Rico’s Roughnecks The Only Good Mouse Is A Dead Mouse Service Guarantees Catnip Tee
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Funny military cat parody tee for Starship Troopers fans and cat lovers. Vintage distressed design with ‘Service Guarantees Catnip’ slogan.
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Fabric Material:
- 100% Certified Organic Cotton ring-spun jersey
- Light fabric (5.3 oz/yd² (180 g/m²))
- Runs true to size
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It takes 1-3 days to fulfill an order, after which it’s shipped out. The shipping time depends on your location, but can be estimated as follows: USA: 2-7 business days International: 10-20 business days. Available Size: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL Available Color: Black, Cardinal Red, Forest Green, Gold, Navy, Royal, Sport Grey, White…STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:
Do not use detergent containing chlorine, Do not use detergent, Drying, normal temperature, low heat. Regular ironing can be done by steam or dry ironing, and ironing cannot be more than 110 degrees Celsius. Delivery Your order will be printed exclusively for you within a few days. If you are in the US, Canada or Europe, you will receive your order within 3-7 business days after printing is complete. For all other countries, please allow between 10-14 business days. And you wanna design your own shirt by yourself for your team, your group or your family, you can sent us your design to gmal address [email protected].. We will make it for you. This shirt the official design from Hulktee.com. Available for T-shirt, hoodie, tank top, long sleeve, sweater, youth tee, onesie for men and women. Have a nice day!| SHIPMENT METHOD | PROCESSING TIME | ESTIMATED DELIVERY TIME | SHIPMENT COST |
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| Domestic US | 1-3 business days | 2-5 business day | USA First Hoodie or Sweat: $8 Additional Hoodie or Sweat: $2 First Shirt: $5 Additional Shirts: $2 |
| International | 2-5 business days | 10-20 business day | International Hoodie or Sweat: $10 Shirt: $8 |
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| Domestic UK | 1-3 business days | 2-5 business day | UK First Hoodie or Sweat: $8 Additional Hoodie or Sweat: $2 First Shirt: $5 Additional Shirts: $2 |
| Europe | 1-3 business days | 10-20 business day | Europe First Hoodie or Sweat: $8 Additional Hoodie or Sweat: $2 First Shirt: $5 Additional Shirts: $2 |
Rico’s Roughnecks Military Cat Parody Tee
This black crew-neck tee is a humorous twist on the classic “The only good bug is a dead bug” slogan from Rico’s Roughnecks: The Starship Troopers Chronicles. The design features a cartoon-style armed cat in military gear against an orange desert sunset, surrounded by mice in uniform. It replaces bugs with mice and adds the tagline “Service Guarantees Catnip,” making it a standout piece of military cat apparel for fans who enjoy niche pop-culture references.
Design Details and Audience Fit
This shirt targets fans of the animated series who appreciate dark humor and specific lore details. The visual elements include a vintage distressed layout with cream, red, orange, green, gray, and yellow print colors that create a retro Americana aesthetic. It fits well for Comic-Con events or casual wear where you want to signal your knowledge of the Arachnid War and Federation history without saying a word. This fan merch appeals to those who prefer the animated sequel over the live-action films.
Product Specifications
This tee is made from black cotton-style fabric with a multi-color screen print. It has a standard crew-neck cut and unisex sizing. Care instructions are simple: machine wash cold and tumble dry low to preserve the vintage look of the graphic.
Is this shirt related to the original Starship Troopers movie?
No, this design specifically references Rico’s Roughnecks: The Starship Troopers Chronicles, the animated series sequel to the 1997 film. The slogan “The Only Good Mouse Is A Dead Mouse” is a parody of the show’s famous line about Arachnids, tailored for cat lovers rather than human soldiers.
What does ‘Service Guarantees Catnip’ mean in this context?
It is a humorous subversion of the military phrase “Service Guarantees Citizenship” often associated with the Roughnecks lore. Here, it implies that enlisting in the “Mouse Hunting” campaign comes with a reward of catnip, appealing to cat owners and fans of dark humor who enjoy puns on military recruitment slogans.
Where can I watch Rico’s Roughnecks?
Fans looking for the source material can find Rico’s Roughnecks: The Starship Troopers Chronicles available on DVD and occasionally streaming platforms like Netflix, depending on regional licensing. This tee celebrates the loyal fanbase that considers the show superior to the live-action movies and keeps the series relevant through merchandise.
Who is this funny cat graphic tee for?
This tee is ideal for cat owners, military humor enthusiasts, and fans of niche sci-fi animation. It serves as a unique gift for birthdays, Comic-Con events, or holidays for anyone who appreciates vintage cartoon styles and dark comedy. If you know someone who loves both cats and the Roughnecks universe, this shirt bridges those interests perfectly.
Available styles (select at checkout)
This listing may offer multiple blanks under one design. Choose your style and size on the product page:
- Men’s / unisex T-shirt
- Women’s T-shirt
- Sweatshirt
- Hoodie
- Tank top
- V-neck
- Youth tee
- Toddler tee
- Tote bag
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Material & print
Design is printed with durable DTG (or equivalent) methods suited to each blank. Fabric weight and brand can differ by style and color — the images and option labels describe what you are ordering.
Fit & sizing
Each blank has its own size chart in the gallery or size guide. Adult tees are typically true to size; youth and toddler follow kids charts; totes are one-size. Always check the chart for the style you select.
Care instructions
- Apparel: Machine wash cold, inside out; tumble dry low; do not iron on the print; no bleach
- Tote: Spot clean or gentle hand wash; air dry
Shipping & returns
Made to order per selected blank. Production time applies before shipping. Returns follow the store’s published policy for unused items in original condition.
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- Length from the highest point of the collar to the bottom hem.
- Chest straight across, armpit to armpit, with the shirt laid flat.
- Sleeve from the center back of the collar to the cuff.
| Size | Length | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| S | 2871 | 1846 |
| M | 2974 | 2051 |
| L | 3076 | 2256 |
| XL | 3179 | 2461 |
| 2XL | 3281 | 2666 |
| 3XL | 3384 | 2871 |
| 4XL | 3486 | 3076 |
| 5XL | 3589 | 3281 |
| Size | Length | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| S | 2564 | 1641 |
| M | 2666 | 1743 |
| L | 26.567 | 1846 |
| XL | 2769 | 19.750 |
| 2XL | 27.971 | 21.655 |
| 3XL | 28.572 | 22.758 |
| Size | Length | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| S | 2871 | 1846 |
| M | 2974 | 2051 |
| L | 3076 | 2256 |
| XL | 3179 | 2461 |
| 2XL | 3281 | 2666 |
| 3XL | 3384 | 2871 |
| Size | Length | Chest | Sleeve |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 2666 | 2051 | 33.585 |
| M | 2769 | 2256 | 34.588 |
| L | 2871 | 2461 | 35.590 |
| XL | 2974 | 2666 | 36.593 |
| 2XL | 3076 | 2871 | 37.595 |
| 3XL | 3179 | 3076 | 38.598 |
| 4XL | 3281 | 3281 | 38.598 |
| 5XL | 3486 | 3384 | 38.598 |
| Size | Length | Chest | Sleeve |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 2769 | 2051 | 34.588 |
| M | 2871 | 2256 | 35.590 |
| L | 2974 | 2461 | 36.593 |
| XL | 3076 | 2666 | 37.595 |
| 2XL | 3179 | 2871 | 38.598 |
| 3XL | 3281 | 3076 | 3999 |
| 4XL | 3384 | 3281 | 39.5100 |
| 5XL | 3486 | 3486 | 40102 |
| Size | Length | Chest | Sleeve |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 2871 | 1846 | 33.585 |
| M | 2974 | 2051 | 3589 |
| L | 3076 | 2358 | 36.593 |
| XL | 3179 | 2461 | 3897 |
| 2XL | 3281 | 2666 | 39.5100 |
| 3XL | 3384 | 2871 | 39.5100 |
| Size | Length | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| S | 2769 | 1846 |
| M | 2871 | 2051 |
| L | 2974 | 2256 |
| XL | 3076 | 2461 |
| 2XL | 3179 | 2666 |
| Size | Youth size | Length | Chest |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 6-8 | 20.552 | 1641 |
| M | 10-12 | 2256 | 1743 |
| L | 14-16 | 23.560 | 1846 |
| XL | 18-20 | 2564 | 1948 |
| Size | Youth size | Length | Chest |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 6-8 | 2153 | 1743 |
| M | 10-12 | 22.557 | 1846 |
| L | 14-16 | 2461 | 1948 |
| XL | 18-20 | 25.565 | 2051 |


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