Rocking Horses
Rocking horses 
are a great gift, even for a newborn. Unlike baby toys that will quickly become useless as the newborn grows, a rocking horse will last for years and years. Plus, kids will ride for hours on a rocking horse and they look great in a child's playroom. Some plush rocking horses require batteries to make horsey sounds; if you want your child to play quietly, leave out the batteries or opt for a classic wooden rocking horse . If your child is not so keen on horses, plenty of other rocking animals are available.
Things to Consider
When shopping for a rocking horse, consider the look and quality of the toy.
- It should be built well so that it will hold up to abuse. Cheap construction can lead to accidents.
- Check the wooden parts of the toy, feeling for rough spots, or portions that might give a child a splinter.
- The rocking horse should be comfortable for your child to sit on. Wooden rocking horses may require a blanket or cushion .
- Make sure that the saddle and reins are securely attached to the body of the horse.
- Choose a size that you feel will be suitable for your child's height and maturity level.
- Finally, choose the horse that suits your tastes and pleases the child. This toy will become a long-lasting friend.
The only other thing that might come into your mind when shopping for a rocking horse is the cost, which might come as a shock. Many rocking horses cost upwards of $100. That's because they are built to last and look great. Just consider that a rocking horse is something that will ultimately last longer than any other toy a child gets, and may even be passed on to his or her children someday.
Wooden Rocking Horses
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Derby Rocking Horse - Comes in Honey, White Natural, Cherry and Black.
- 40 x 13 x 7 inches ; 20 pounds.
- Suitable for children 36 months to 8 years.
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Eco-Friendly Rocking Horse - Hand-made with hard woods and painted with kid- and eco-friendly materials.
- 14 pounds.
- Color vegetable dye finish.
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Rody Rocking Horse - Made in Italy by Lucio Londero of quality Scandinavian Birch wood.
- 28 x 18 x 22 inches ; 11 pounds.
- For children ages 3 years and up.
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Pastel Pony Rocking Horse - Pink and purple pastel colored yarn mane and tail.
- 10 pounds.
- Perfect for girls.
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Chocolate Riding Horse - Designed by Italian tricycle expert Italtrike.
- Smooth, painted wood.
- 17 x 23 x 13 inches; 15 pounds.
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Plush Rocking Horses
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Melissa and Doug Plush Rocking Horse - Made with huggable materials and wooden handles.
- Makes galloping sound when you press its ear.
- 13.2 x 34 x 22.8 inches; 19.7 pounds.
- Suitable for children 2 years and up.
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Curly Rocking Horse For Toddlers - Makes three sounds: squeeze ear for snort, squeeze other ear for whinny, tap brand on rear for gallop/trot.
- 30 x 11 x 25 inches.
- Minor assemble required. Tools included.
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Plush Pinto Rocking Horse - Soft beige and white plush fabric.
- 19-inch seat to floor height is perfect for children ages 3 to 4 years.
- Squeeze its ears to hear it whinny and gallop.
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Brown Plush Rocking Horse - Brown with black mane and tail.
- 28 x 15 x 25 inches; 15 pounds.
- Makes horse sounds.
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Mechanical Rocking Horse - Red leatherette saddle trimmed in white plush.
- Brown leatherette hooves.
- Head moves up and down and tail wags back and forth.
- 32.5 x 13 x 22.5 inches; 15 pounds.
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