Since when do snakes bounce on there tail and jump really far? At least frogs can actually jump. The animal buddies in dkc2 and 3 are way to cartoony. Winky for sure.
Definately Rattly. He's easier to control, and he's cute... I really do like winky, and always went out of my way to get him when I knew I could, but i prefer Rattly. He's awesome.