LeMieux Dakota Appaloosa Hobby Horse with Wooden Stick
Description
LeMieux Dakota Appaloosa Hobby Horse
The LeMieux Dakota Hobby Horse is a soft, stick-mounted toy horse with a black-spotted Appaloosa coat, a dual-coloured plaitable mane and a detachable wooden stick. It is designed for children aged 3 and over who want their own horse for active, imaginative play at home, in the garden or around the yard.
Dakota is best for young riders who love Western styling and want a hobby horse they can groom, plait and tack up. The hook and loop mouth accepts the LeMieux range of Hobby Horse accessories, so the look can be changed again and again as your child's collection grows.
Key Features
- Black-spotted Appaloosa coat with a distinctive dual-coloured mane
- Plaitable mane for grooming, plaiting and practising real yard skills
- Hook and loop mouth that holds LeMieux Hobby Horse bridles and accessories
- Realistic head shape for convincing in-hand and ridden-style play
- Detachable wooden stick at a length suited to hobby horsing, easy to remove for storage
- Matching Western accessories available separately to complete the look
- Suitable for ages 3 and over
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Specifications
| Brand | LeMieux |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Hobby Horse |
| Name | Dakota |
| Colour | Black-spotted Appaloosa, dual-coloured mane |
| Mane | Plaitable |
| Mouth | Hook and loop fastening |
| Stick | Detachable wooden stick |
| Age Suitability | 3 years and over |
| Accessories | Western range available separately |
| Country of Origin | China |
How to Use
- Slide the wooden stick into the body of the hobby horse and check it is seated securely before play.
- Attach a LeMieux Hobby Horse bridle or accessory to the hook and loop mouth if you are using one.
- Groom and plait the mane, then let your rider hold the stick with both hands to walk, trot and canter.
- Set out poles or low obstacles on flat ground for a simple hobby horsing course.
- After play, detach the stick and store Dakota indoors, away from damp.
FAQ
What age is the LeMieux Dakota Hobby Horse suitable for?
It is suitable for children aged 3 years and over. Adult supervision is recommended for younger riders and play is safest on flat, open ground.
Can the mane be plaited?
Yes. The dual-coloured mane is plaitable, so children can groom, plait and restyle it as often as they like, just as they would at the yard.
Does it come with a stick?
Yes. A detachable wooden stick is included and is cut to a length suited to hobby horsing. It can be removed for easier storage and transport.
Will LeMieux Hobby Horse accessories fit Dakota?
Yes. Dakota has a hook and loop mouth designed to hold the LeMieux range of Hobby Horse accessories. Matching Western accessories are available separately.
How do I clean the hobby horse?
Spot clean the coat and mane as needed and allow to dry naturally. Avoid soaking, and check the stick and fixings regularly.
About LeMieux
LeMieux is a British equestrian brand known for horse and rider equipment used at yards and competitions across the UK. Alongside its schooling and competition ranges, LeMieux produces hobby horses and accessories that let young riders enjoy the sport before they are in the saddle.