Pogo will spotlight its licensed Backyard Kids collection with an event feature for Dog Man™, continued promotion of The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, and an early look ahead to its upcoming Sanrio collaboration.
AMHERST, N.Y. — Pogo Bounce House is proud to announce that it will attend Sweet Suite 2026, where the company will showcase its licensed Dog Man™ Bounce House as part of its expanding Backyard Kids inflatable collection.
The appearance marks an exciting step in Pogo’s continued growth in the licensed children’s product space. Built around active play, family connection, and recognizable storytelling, Pogo’s Backyard Kids line brings beloved characters into the backyard through inflatables designed for birthdays, playdates, weekend fun, and everyday movement.
At Sweet Suite 2026, Pogo will feature its Dog Man™ Bounce House, inspired by Dav Pilkey’s bestselling series. The design captures the bold, high-energy spirit of the property while delivering the quality, safety, and reliability families expect from Pogo.
“Licensing gives us the opportunity to turn the stories kids love into real moments of play,” said Melissa Friedler-Parker, Director of Licensing at Pogo. “At Sweet Suite, we are excited to spotlight our Dog Man™ Bounce House and show how Pogo is bringing character-driven fun into the backyard in a way that feels active, imaginative, and family-friendly.”
In addition to showcasing Dog Man at the event, Pogo will continue promoting its licensed designs inspired by Eric Carle’s, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The collection reflects the warmth, color, and early childhood appeal of the classic story, aligning closely with Pogo’s mission to create products that encourage joyful, screen-free play.
Pogo will also use Sweet Suite as an opportunity to tease its upcoming collaboration with Sanrio, featuring Hello Kitty and Friends. The forthcoming designs will build on Pogo’s family-first approach while bringing one of the world’s most beloved character universes into the inflatable play category.
“Our Backyard Kids licensing program is about choosing properties with real emotional connection,” Friedler-Parker added. “Dog Man, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and Hello Kitty and Friends each speak to children and families in a distinct way. Together, they represent the kind of imaginative, trusted, and joyful play experiences we want Pogo to be known for.”
Pogo’s Backyard Kids inflatables are made with ripstop nylon, intended for children under age 10, and designed to meet or exceed U.S. consumer safety standards. The line reflects Pogo’s broader commitment to safe, durable, and accessible backyard play for families.
As Pogo expands its licensed portfolio, the company remains focused on thoughtful design, trusted character partnerships, and products that help families create meaningful moments at home.
For more information about Pogo Bounce House and its Backyard Kids collection, visit pogobouncehouse.com.