My son loves robots. My kids all want a pet. I can deal with robot but not a pet.

Today, as I was surfing the net, looking to fill my holiday shopping list I came across this robot pet. Hasbro FurReal Friends Squawkers McCaw Parrot may be the next best thing to a real live pet.

On the video at Amazon.com this toy bird really rocks! He talks, repeats what you say, and moves in realistic ways. The reviews are good, too. I may take the plunge and get this one for my son. It seems that the novelty should last into the new year.