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- This invention relates to toy animals. More particularly, the present invention relates to an interactive toy animal capable of safely receiving and holding a child.
- the present invention solves many of the interaction deficiencies with conventional animal toys.
- the present invention provides a toy animal that is mountable on the upper leg or knee of an adult such that a child may sit or ride on the animal.
- the motion of the animal is substantially facilitated by the generally horizontal and vertical motion of the adult's leg.
- the present invention generally includes an animal body, a seating portion, and a plurality of securing straps.
- a myriad of animal bodies can be used, with one preferred embodiment being a small horse or pony.
- the animal body includes an internal support structure limiting movement of a head portion such that a child consistently has something to grasp or hold onto.
- the animal body has a preformed body portion designed to accommodate an adult's upper leg and/or knee.
- the preformed body portion includes a grasping surface to interface with the adult's knee and upper leg such that the body is positioned properly on the adult.
- the seating portion is designed to comfortably receive the child.
- the securing straps are of a length and functional design that enables a person to wrap a measurable portion of the strap around the upper leg and/or knee of the person to secure the animal.
- the level of securement is dependent upon the level of desired motion to be applied to the secured animal through motion of the person's leg.
- the interactive toy animal can also include various interactive sounds such as animal sounds, voice recordings, nature sounds, and the like. The sounds are generally activated by pulling, pushing, pressing, and the like, on a part or portion of the animal body. Additionally, various body parts of the animal can be configured to move based on a triggering event.
- the mountable, interactive toy animal is adapted for secure attachment to the leg of an adult.
- the mountable, interactive toy animal includes an animal body with an arcuate lower surface.
- the arcuate lower surface allows the toy animal to move in a forward and back, rocking manner when placed on a generally flat surface, such as on the ground or floor.
- FIG. 1 is a side view of an embodiment of a stuffed animal of the present invention
- FIG. 2 is a sectional, side view of a body of the present invention
- FIG. 3 is a perspective of an internal support structure of the present invention.
- FIG. 4 is an end view of the internal support structure of FIG. 3 ;
- FIG. 5 is an end view of the body of the present invention.
- FIG. 6 is a side view of the stuffed animal of the present invention strapped to an adult's leg
- FIG. 7 is a side view of the stuffed animal of the present invention strapped to an adult's leg with a child seated on the stuffed animal;
- FIG. 8 is a side view of an embodiment of a stuffed animal of the present invention.
- FIG. 9 is a side view of an embodiment of a stuffed animal of the present invention.
- an interactive toy animal 100 of the present invention generally includes a body 102 , a seating portion 104 , and at least one securing strap 106 .
- seating portion 104 and the at least one securing strap 106 are stitched to body 102 , though other appropriate attachment devices and means could be used as well.
- the securing strap 106 can be of varying lengths and materials depending on the functional and aesthetic requirements of the manufacturer and/or user. Securing strap 106 can be configured as a single securing member sufficiently long enough to wrap from one side of body 102 , around a user's leg and to the other side of body 102 .
- securing strap 106 can comprise a pair of securing members, one on each side of body 102 designed to attach underneath a user's leg.
- securing strap 106 is designed to substantially wrap around the upper leg and/or knee. The securing strap 106 is then secured to prevent undesirable movement of the toy animal 100 .
- the strap is preferably secured using a hook and loop fastener, though other fastener technologies such as hooks, buttons, snaps and other fastening technologies known to those skilled in the art could be utilized.
- body 102 has an exterior likeness resembling an animal or character that is visually appealing to young children.
- body 102 resembles a horse including a harness 108 , reins 110 , legs 112 , tail 114 , mane 116 , and facial features including eyes 118 , ears 120 and nose 122 .
- seating portion 104 takes the form of a saddle 124 .
- body 102 and seating portion 104 are made of a plush exterior fabric 126 .
- body 102 can include a manual or automatic audio device 125 for providing realistic animal noises, such as galloping or neighing in the preferred embodiment, or other character, nature or recorded/recordable sounds. Audio device 125 can be selectively placed in or on the body 102 . Examples of suitable locations include in or on the ear, in or on the reigns, in or on the tail and in or on the seat.
- audio device 125 incorporates a manual switch arrangement to activate playback of a prerecorded audio track stored on a microchip.
- Audio device 125 may take the form of other alternative configurations, for example those shown in U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,249,338; 5,679,049; 5,975,982 and 6,196,893, all of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.
- Audio device 125 will typically include an external visual indicator directing where a child should push, press or pull to activate playback of the prerecorded audio track.
- audio device 125 may be activated simply by sitting on or moving the toy animal 100 .
- body 102 can include various pins, hinges, power-based driving mechanisms, and other known devices and techniques that facilitate movement of components such as legs 112 , tail 114 , mane 116 , and the various facial features.
- animal body 102 comprises a body section 127 and a head section 128 .
- Body section 127 and head section 128 are generally formed by stitching fabric 126 into the desired shape and appearance.
- Body section 127 has a top portion 129 , a bottom portion 130 , a front end 131 , a rear end 132 and a pair of visually similar sides 133 a , 133 b , as shown in FIG. 5 .
- an internal support structure 134 within animal body 102 is an internal support structure 134 , more clearly depicted in FIGS. 3 and 4 , generally comprising a body support member 136 and a neck support member 138 .
- Body support member 136 can comprise a length of relatively rigid material 140 formed to have a substantially half-circle cross-section 142 .
- the relatively rigid material 140 can be constructed of cardboard, plastic and other similar materials.
- Cross-section 142 is generally consistent from a rear end 144 to a front end 146 of rigid material 140 .
- Body support member 136 also includes a top surface 148 and a bottom surface 150 .
- securing strap 106 may be fixedly attached to body support member 136 .
- Neck support member 138 can comprise a length of relatively rigid material 152 formed in a cylindrical or tubular orientation though other suitable shapes and designs are envisioned as well.
- body support member 136 and neck support member 138 are comprised of the same relatively rigid material.
- neck support member 138 is operably attached to the top surface 148 of body support member 136 proximate the front end 146 . Attachment of neck support member 138 to body support member 136 can be accomplished with suitable attachment means such as adhesive, pressure fitting, fastening devices and other know methods such that neck support member 138 projects into or proximate head section 128 .
- a padding material 154 is generally stuffed into body section 127 and head section 128 to give toy animal 100 a soft, cushiony feel while at the same time providing a protective layer over body support member 136 .
- Bottom surface 150 can be covered by fabric 126 to make bottom portion 132 .
- the bottom portion 130 of animal body 102 defines a preformed engagement surface or portion 156 generally conforming to cross-section 142 of body support member 136 .
- the engagement surface 156 is depicted as having an open end proximate the rear end 144 of body support member 136 while fabric 126 defines a closure or abutment surface or portion 158 positioned generally perpendicular or extending downward from the engagement surface 156 near the front end 146 of body support member 136 .
- the interactive toy animal 100 of the present invention is used as depicted in FIGS. 6 and 7 .
- a seated adult or larger child orients the interactive toy animal 100 such that head section 128 is facing away from the adult.
- the adult places the preformed engagement surface 156 over the top of his or her leg.
- the adult slides the toy animal 100 toward him or her such that the closure surface 158 comes into abuttable contact with the adult's knee.
- the perpendicular orientation of closure surface 158 to engagement surface 156 prevents toy animal 100 from sliding closer to the adult.
- a pair of securing straps 106 a , 106 b are securely wrapped around the leg and fastened.
- the combination of the preformed engagement surface 156 , closure surface 158 and securing straps 106 a , 106 b ensure a tight, secure fit between the bottom portion 131 and the adults leg resulting in increased safety to small children seated on toy animal 100 . If securing straps 106 a , 106 b have been attached to body support member 136 , securely wrapping the securing straps 106 a , 106 b leads to a further constriction of preformed engagement surface 156 around the leg.
- closure surface 158 prevents toy animal 100 from being placed backwards on an adult's leg and increases the degree of shroudable securement of the engagement surface 156 around the leg.
- the shrouding effect of the shape and design of the engagement surface 156 stabilizes the toy animal 100 during lateral movements as well.
- the combination of engagement surface 156 and closure surface 158 eliminate the possibility that a child could tumble backwards from toy animal 100 as the adult's body is always located at the rear of toy animal 100 .
- body 102 could also be constructed such that closure surface 158 is proximate rear end 144 allowing front end 146 to be open.
- closure surface 158 is positioned accordingly to increase safety through improved security of the toy animal 100 to the adult's leg.
- the adult begins to move his or her leg in a preferably up and down direction to simulate the type of movement one might experience when riding a horse or similar animal. As this movement may be quick and sudden, it is necessary to provide the child with something they can grasp onto such that they can remain within the seating portion 104 .
- the internal support structure 134 especially neck support member 138 , prevents the child from falling from the toy animal 100 by limiting movement of the head section 128 .
- FIG. 8 An alternative embodiment of an interactive toy animal 200 is illustrated in FIG. 8 .
- Interactive toy animal 200 includes the features and benefits previously described with respect to interactive toy animal 100 with the further inclusion of a rockable body section 202 .
- Rockable body section 202 is defined by a top portion 204 , a bottom portion 206 , a front end 208 and a rear end 210 .
- rockable body section 202 includes an engagement portion (not shown) similar to engagement surface 156 such that rockable body section 202 is capable of securement to an adult's leg as previously described.
- Bottom portion 206 is configured to have one or more generally convex arcuate surfaces 212 generally extending between the front end 208 and the rear end 210 .
- a front stop 214 such as legs 112 , and/or a rear stop 216 can be included or modified to limit the range of rocking travel associated with arcuate surface 212 .
- Arcuate surface 212 can further include transition areas wherein the degree of arcing is reduced or eliminated to further promote an effective rocking range.
- interactive toy animal 200 can also include saddle 124 and at least one securing strap 106 .
- interactive toy animal 200 can be placed on a generally flat surface such as the ground or a floor.
- a child can seat itself on the rockable body section 202 whereby the child can bias the interactive toy animal 200 in a forward and back rocking motion along arcuate surface 212 .
- front stop 214 and/or rear stop 216 are employed along arcuate surface 212 , the available rocking range of the interactive toy animal 200 can be limited so as to prevent the child from rocking too far forward or backward and subsequently falling off of the interactive toy animal 200 .
- legs 112 , rear stop 216 , variations in the shape of surface 212 , and similar techniques and structures can be employed to control and vary the rockable motion of toy animal 200 .
Abstract
The present invention is directed to an interactive toy generally including a body having a body section and a head section. Generally, the body resembles an animal, such as a horse, or popular fictional characters. The body section includes a preformed engagement surface that can be secured to a wearer. The body section further includes an arcuate lower surface whereby the interactive toy can be rocked forward and back when placed on a generally flat surface. The toy can also include an internal support structure helping to define the engagement surface as well as limiting movement of the head section. The interactive toy can also include an audio device for replaying recorded sounds such as animal sounds, voice recordings, nature sounds, and the like. Preferably, the sounds are manually initiated by a child by pulling, pushing, pressing, and the like, on a part or portion of the animal body.
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- The present application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/872,330, filed Jun. 18, 2004, entitled, “MOUNTABLE INTERACTIVE TOY ANIMAL,” which is a Continuation-In-Part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/424,540, filed Apr. 28, 2003, entitled, “MOUNTABLE INTERACTIVE TOY ANIMAL” which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/375,696 filed Apr. 26, 2002, each of which are herein incorporated by reference in their entirety.
- This invention relates to toy animals. More particularly, the present invention relates to an interactive toy animal capable of safely receiving and holding a child.
- Conventional toy stuffed animals have long been a source of entertainment for children of all ages. However, the interaction between a child and the toy animal is primarily solitary in nature. Adult interaction and participation with the child seldom takes place with the child during this time. Instead, adults, and parents in particular, are generally forced to resort to other toys and recreational activities in order to obtain a more involved quality interaction with the child.
- An example of one stuffed animal designed to promote such interaction is U.S. Pat. No. 5,000,712 to Curry, Sr., herein incorporated by reference in its entirety, disclosing a riding toy. While Curry, Sr. discloses a riding toy seeking to improve the interaction between an adult and a child, it lacks features that create a safe playing environment.
- As a result, there is a need for a toy animal that is aesthetically and functionally designed to appeal to, and entertain, a child while at the same time permitting safe and secure interpersonal interaction between the child and an adult.
- The present invention solves many of the interaction deficiencies with conventional animal toys. The present invention provides a toy animal that is mountable on the upper leg or knee of an adult such that a child may sit or ride on the animal. The motion of the animal is substantially facilitated by the generally horizontal and vertical motion of the adult's leg.
- The present invention generally includes an animal body, a seating portion, and a plurality of securing straps. A myriad of animal bodies can be used, with one preferred embodiment being a small horse or pony. The animal body includes an internal support structure limiting movement of a head portion such that a child consistently has something to grasp or hold onto. In addition, the animal body has a preformed body portion designed to accommodate an adult's upper leg and/or knee. The preformed body portion includes a grasping surface to interface with the adult's knee and upper leg such that the body is positioned properly on the adult. The seating portion is designed to comfortably receive the child. The securing straps are of a length and functional design that enables a person to wrap a measurable portion of the strap around the upper leg and/or knee of the person to secure the animal. The level of securement is dependent upon the level of desired motion to be applied to the secured animal through motion of the person's leg. The interactive toy animal can also include various interactive sounds such as animal sounds, voice recordings, nature sounds, and the like. The sounds are generally activated by pulling, pushing, pressing, and the like, on a part or portion of the animal body. Additionally, various body parts of the animal can be configured to move based on a triggering event.
- In one aspect of the present invention, the mountable, interactive toy animal is adapted for secure attachment to the leg of an adult.
- In another aspect of the present invention, the mountable, interactive toy animal includes an animal body with an arcuate lower surface. The arcuate lower surface allows the toy animal to move in a forward and back, rocking manner when placed on a generally flat surface, such as on the ground or floor.
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FIG. 1 is a side view of an embodiment of a stuffed animal of the present invention; -
FIG. 2 is a sectional, side view of a body of the present invention; -
FIG. 3 is a perspective of an internal support structure of the present invention; -
FIG. 4 is an end view of the internal support structure ofFIG. 3 ; -
FIG. 5 is an end view of the body of the present invention; -
FIG. 6 is a side view of the stuffed animal of the present invention strapped to an adult's leg; -
FIG. 7 is a side view of the stuffed animal of the present invention strapped to an adult's leg with a child seated on the stuffed animal; -
FIG. 8 is a side view of an embodiment of a stuffed animal of the present invention; and -
FIG. 9 is a side view of an embodiment of a stuffed animal of the present invention. - As depicted in
FIG. 1 , aninteractive toy animal 100 of the present invention generally includes abody 102, aseating portion 104, and at least one securingstrap 106. Preferably,seating portion 104 and the at least one securingstrap 106 are stitched tobody 102, though other appropriate attachment devices and means could be used as well. The securingstrap 106 can be of varying lengths and materials depending on the functional and aesthetic requirements of the manufacturer and/or user. Securingstrap 106 can be configured as a single securing member sufficiently long enough to wrap from one side ofbody 102, around a user's leg and to the other side ofbody 102. Alternatively, securingstrap 106 can comprise a pair of securing members, one on each side ofbody 102 designed to attach underneath a user's leg. In one embodiment, securingstrap 106 is designed to substantially wrap around the upper leg and/or knee. The securingstrap 106 is then secured to prevent undesirable movement of thetoy animal 100. The strap is preferably secured using a hook and loop fastener, though other fastener technologies such as hooks, buttons, snaps and other fastening technologies known to those skilled in the art could be utilized. - Preferably,
body 102 has an exterior likeness resembling an animal or character that is visually appealing to young children. A myriad of animals, characters and visual configurations are available for implementation with the present invention. In one embodiment,body 102 resembles a horse including aharness 108,reins 110,legs 112,tail 114,mane 116, and facialfeatures including eyes 118,ears 120 andnose 122. In such an embodiment,seating portion 104 takes the form of asaddle 124. Generally,body 102 andseating portion 104 are made of a plushexterior fabric 126. The appearance offabric 126 can be altered from one embodiment to the next to provide visually appealing colors or to create differing horse breeds, for example, a palomino, a pinto or even a fictional character such as a unicorn. In addition to external features,body 102 can include a manual orautomatic audio device 125 for providing realistic animal noises, such as galloping or neighing in the preferred embodiment, or other character, nature or recorded/recordable sounds.Audio device 125 can be selectively placed in or on thebody 102. Examples of suitable locations include in or on the ear, in or on the reigns, in or on the tail and in or on the seat. Typically,audio device 125 incorporates a manual switch arrangement to activate playback of a prerecorded audio track stored on a microchip.Audio device 125 may take the form of other alternative configurations, for example those shown in U.S. Pat. Nos. 4,249,338; 5,679,049; 5,975,982 and 6,196,893, all of which are hereby incorporated by reference in their entirety.Audio device 125 will typically include an external visual indicator directing where a child should push, press or pull to activate playback of the prerecorded audio track. In other embodiments,audio device 125 may be activated simply by sitting on or moving thetoy animal 100. In alternative embodiments,body 102 can include various pins, hinges, power-based driving mechanisms, and other known devices and techniques that facilitate movement of components such aslegs 112,tail 114,mane 116, and the various facial features. - Depicted in
FIG. 2 is a sectional view ofanimal body 102. In a basic form,animal body 102 comprises abody section 127 and ahead section 128.Body section 127 andhead section 128 are generally formed by stitchingfabric 126 into the desired shape and appearance.Body section 127 has atop portion 129, abottom portion 130, afront end 131, arear end 132 and a pair of visuallysimilar sides FIG. 5 . Withinanimal body 102 is aninternal support structure 134, more clearly depicted inFIGS. 3 and 4 , generally comprising abody support member 136 and aneck support member 138.Body support member 136 can comprise a length of relativelyrigid material 140 formed to have a substantially half-circle cross-section 142. The relativelyrigid material 140 can be constructed of cardboard, plastic and other similar materials.Cross-section 142 is generally consistent from arear end 144 to afront end 146 ofrigid material 140.Body support member 136 also includes atop surface 148 and abottom surface 150. Depending on its length, securingstrap 106 may be fixedly attached tobody support member 136.Neck support member 138 can comprise a length of relativelyrigid material 152 formed in a cylindrical or tubular orientation though other suitable shapes and designs are envisioned as well. In a preferred embodiment,body support member 136 andneck support member 138 are comprised of the same relatively rigid material. Generally,neck support member 138 is operably attached to thetop surface 148 ofbody support member 136 proximate thefront end 146. Attachment ofneck support member 138 tobody support member 136 can be accomplished with suitable attachment means such as adhesive, pressure fitting, fastening devices and other know methods such thatneck support member 138 projects into orproximate head section 128. In constructinganimal body 102, apadding material 154 is generally stuffed intobody section 127 andhead section 128 to give toy animal 100 a soft, cushiony feel while at the same time providing a protective layer overbody support member 136.Bottom surface 150 can be covered byfabric 126 to makebottom portion 132. - As depicted in
FIG. 5 , thebottom portion 130 ofanimal body 102 defines a preformed engagement surface orportion 156 generally conforming tocross-section 142 ofbody support member 136. Theengagement surface 156 is depicted as having an open end proximate therear end 144 ofbody support member 136 whilefabric 126 defines a closure or abutment surface orportion 158 positioned generally perpendicular or extending downward from theengagement surface 156 near thefront end 146 ofbody support member 136. - Generally, the
interactive toy animal 100 of the present invention is used as depicted inFIGS. 6 and 7 . Generally, a seated adult or larger child orients theinteractive toy animal 100 such thathead section 128 is facing away from the adult. The adult places the preformedengagement surface 156 over the top of his or her leg. The adult slides thetoy animal 100 toward him or her such that theclosure surface 158 comes into abuttable contact with the adult's knee. The perpendicular orientation ofclosure surface 158 toengagement surface 156 preventstoy animal 100 from sliding closer to the adult. Once thetoy animal 100 is properly positioned, a pair of securingstraps engagement surface 156,closure surface 158 and securingstraps bottom portion 131 and the adults leg resulting in increased safety to small children seated ontoy animal 100. If securing straps 106 a, 106 b have been attached tobody support member 136, securely wrapping the securingstraps engagement surface 156 around the leg. The presence ofclosure surface 158 preventstoy animal 100 from being placed backwards on an adult's leg and increases the degree of shroudable securement of theengagement surface 156 around the leg. The shrouding effect of the shape and design of theengagement surface 156 stabilizes thetoy animal 100 during lateral movements as well. The combination ofengagement surface 156 andclosure surface 158 eliminate the possibility that a child could tumble backwards fromtoy animal 100 as the adult's body is always located at the rear oftoy animal 100. It will be obvious to one skilled in the art thatbody 102 could also be constructed such thatclosure surface 158 is proximaterear end 144 allowingfront end 146 to be open. Such an alternative design would permit the reversal oftoy animal 100 on an adult's leg such that thehead section 128 faces toward the adult. Regardless, theclosure surface 158 is positioned accordingly to increase safety through improved security of thetoy animal 100 to the adult's leg. - Once a child is seated on
seating portion 104, the adult begins to move his or her leg in a preferably up and down direction to simulate the type of movement one might experience when riding a horse or similar animal. As this movement may be quick and sudden, it is necessary to provide the child with something they can grasp onto such that they can remain within theseating portion 104. Theinternal support structure 134, especiallyneck support member 138, prevents the child from falling from thetoy animal 100 by limiting movement of thehead section 128. Through the use of a relatively rigid material in the construction of thebody support member 136 and theneck support member 138, forward, backward and lateral movements of thehead section 128 are limited such that the child can consistently grasp, hold or lean on thehead section 128 without fear of falling forward or to the sides due to sudden movement of thehead section 128. - An alternative embodiment of an
interactive toy animal 200 is illustrated inFIG. 8 .Interactive toy animal 200 includes the features and benefits previously described with respect tointeractive toy animal 100 with the further inclusion of arockable body section 202.Rockable body section 202 is defined by atop portion 204, abottom portion 206, afront end 208 and arear end 210. Similar tobody section 127,rockable body section 202 includes an engagement portion (not shown) similar toengagement surface 156 such thatrockable body section 202 is capable of securement to an adult's leg as previously described.Bottom portion 206 is configured to have one or more generally convexarcuate surfaces 212 generally extending between thefront end 208 and therear end 210. Afront stop 214 such aslegs 112, and/or arear stop 216 can be included or modified to limit the range of rocking travel associated witharcuate surface 212.Arcuate surface 212 can further include transition areas wherein the degree of arcing is reduced or eliminated to further promote an effective rocking range. As shown inFIG. 9 ,interactive toy animal 200 can also includesaddle 124 and at least one securingstrap 106. - In use,
interactive toy animal 200 can be placed on a generally flat surface such as the ground or a floor. A child can seat itself on therockable body section 202 whereby the child can bias theinteractive toy animal 200 in a forward and back rocking motion alongarcuate surface 212. Iffront stop 214 and/orrear stop 216 are employed alongarcuate surface 212, the available rocking range of theinteractive toy animal 200 can be limited so as to prevent the child from rocking too far forward or backward and subsequently falling off of theinteractive toy animal 200. Again,legs 112,rear stop 216, variations in the shape ofsurface 212, and similar techniques and structures can be employed to control and vary the rockable motion oftoy animal 200. - The present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit of the essential attributes thereof, therefore, the illustrated embodiments should be considered in all respects as illustrative and not restrictive.
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1. A mountable toy for riding by a child comprising:
a body having a riding section, a neck and head section and a generally rigid internal support, the riding section having a top arcuate riding surface and a bottom arcuate engagement surface generally defined by the generally rigid internal support, the bottom arcuate engagement surface adapted for shroudable placement over a wearer's upper leg.
2. The mountable toy of claim 1 , wherein the generally rigid internal support comprises a generally rigid riding support and a generally rigid neck support, wherein the generally rigid neck support limits movement of the head and neck section with respect to the riding section.
3. The mountable toy of claim 1 , wherein the body comprises a front abutment surface in a generally transverse orientation to the bottom arcuate engagement surface such that the front abutment surface and the bottom arcuate surface cooperatively define an engagement region for shroudable placement over the wearer's upper leg.
4. The mountable toy of claim 1 , wherein the body resembles an animal shape.
5. The mountable toy of claim 4 , wherein, the animal shape comprise a horse shape.
6. The mountable toy of claim 1 , wherein the riding section comprises a bottom rocking surface.
7. The mountable toy of claim 1 , wherein the neck and head section comprises a grasping member, said grasping member allowing the child to retainably maintain a seating position on the riding section.
8. The mountable toy of claim 1 , wherein the riding section comprises a saddle on a top riding surface.
9. The mountable toy of claim 8 wherein the saddle comprises stirrups.
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