Littlest Pet Shop Production Evolution

Main 5 Popular Molds: The Littlest Pet Shop (LPS) line features several popular molds that are beloved by collectors and fans alike. Among the top favorites is the short-haired cat , known for its sleek body, wide eyes, and charming sitting pose. This mold’s versatility makes it highly sought after, especially for custom designs. Another fan-favorite is the Collie , which stands out with its fluffy fur, elegant posture, and large expressive eyes, often paired with vibrant or unique color patterns. The Great Dane is also a collector’s favorite, recognizable by its large head, floppy ears, and strong, upright stance, making it a distinctive addition to any collection. The Dachshund , with its long, slim body and sweet face, is adored for its simplicity and charm, often complemented by adorable accessories. Finally, the Cocker Spaniel , with its long, flowing ears and gentle sitting pose, is an iconic mold that exudes both style and nostalgia, frequently featured in popular sets. Each of...

Generation 7 KX and ES Pets: With modern production and Basic Fun taking over the brand, more experimental ideas and pet production styles have emerged. On the series blind boxes, you can look for codes typically ending in ES or Kx and the quality of the pets will greatly vary. On the Left-hand side is the Kx pet as you can see it looks clearer and has brighter colors. Kx pets are typically a bit taller than ES pets because of the peg mechanism for its bobbling.  The plastics are also different with the Kx pets being made of harder and cheaper plastic. Though on camera it may appear better in a real-life setting you can see that it was produced in a cheaper (or more cost-efficient) manner. Though ES pets generally come out with more pixelated eyes they look more appealing and feel of higher quality they also have a glossy finish over the eyes emphasizing the pet's adorability, as well as having an overall more appealing mold. ES pets have slightly more exaggerated features like a l...

My Favorite Generation of LPS  (+Poodle Analysis)  My favorite Generation of LPS is Generation 2/3 these were the best quality and also in my opinion were my favorite molds of the pets before they went down in quality. As they continued to release pets they started using more saturated colors and unique color pallets. In a prior post, I mentioned the mold of the poodle, in this, you can see it went from the sitting position to the more recent version of it standing. Though with the model change the bobble of the poodle is less functional. 

My Discoveries  (Early Gen 2004 - Mid Recent Gen 2017) In this photo, I'm showcasing two of the earlier-generation pets. Unlike the newer ones, these both feature magnets and have a more muted color palette, which I actually prefer for its simplicity. I find these softer, understated colors really charming. Later on, they also change the poodle mold, which I'll point out in upcoming posts. In this picture, this is one of the fairly newer pets where the heads were removable and the new feature of swappable bodies and heads was introduced. This is when I started to stray away from collecting them because it was a severe drop in quality. They were more show-accurate but it was basically the fact that what I grew up with was changed drastically and not for the best.   

  Introduction Hey! My name is Tailor Miles, and I wanted to take a moment to talk about one of my favorite hobbies—collecting. I first got into it back in the 5th grade, and I was immediately drawn to these items because they were both adorable and perfect for collecting. Like most kids, I loved having a collection, whether it was Pokémon cards, Yu-Gi-Oh! cards, Beyblades, Barbies, or Cabbage Patch dolls. One of the best parts was trading with friends; it was always exciting to see what you could get in return for your items. As I grew older, I noticed changes in the quality of these collectibles, and not always for the better. The toys that were once famous for their signature bobblehead design shifted to having swivel heads as new generations were released, which took away part of their charm. Recently, however, they’ve made a comeback with the return of their classic bobblehead feature. I’ve been keeping track of these changes over time and thought it would be fun to share my o...

Littlest Pet Shop (commonly abbreviated as LPS) is a popular line of collectible toys featuring miniature, bobble-headed animal figures. Originally launched in 1992 by Kenner, the brand was later acquired by Hasbro, which revitalized the line and introduced numerous updates and variations over the decades. This comprehensive documentation will explore the evolution of LPS, detailing how these changes have reflected broader trends in the toy industry and consumer preferences. Origin and Early Years (1992-2005) The original Littlest Pet Shop toys, produced by Kenner, were simple in design and included various animal characters with movable features. These early figures were smaller and typically came with playsets such as pet salons, cozy homes, and mini shops that enhanced imaginative play. When Hasbro acquired Kenner in 1991, it took over the LPS brand and released its first collection in 1992. Revitalization and Redesigns (2005-2012) In 2005, Hasbro significantly revamped the LPS line...