Slight damage on the tags. The Ty Beanie Baby - POUNCE the Cat is a plush toy that was released by Ty in 1997. This particular plush toy is from the Original Beanie Babies collection and is now considered a retired item. It is in fair condition and still has its original tags from 1997. Made in China, this collectible piece is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts of Ty Beanie Babies.