My Little Pony

My Little Pony is a line of collectible toys from Hasbro, cherished by the children who play with them as well as the adults who remember them from their youth. Unlike many collectibles, these toys are meant for children to enjoy. Most are made of rubber and plastic, although there are also stuffed toys available.My Little Pony first emerged in 1982, and for 10 years, the line continued to grow. There were numerous spin-off products and related lines, including My Pretty Pony, Plush Ponies, a porcelain collection, Petite Ponies, Dream Beauties, PVC figurines--and even My Little Kitty, Puppy, and Bunny. Fans may also remember the TV and movie offerings, including 1986's My Little Pony: The Movie, and two television series from 1986 and 1992. The DVD collection was just released of this cartoon series, which is an option for family-friendly entertainment.If you are collecting My Little Pony, there are a few things you need to know. For example, international Ponies are stamped differently on their hooves, and their hooves are slightly different shapes. There is a rare line of Collector Ponies that came out of Hong Kong in 1982. There are only six types in this particular line, and they all have flat hooves, each with a different stamp.As with many collectibles, there are fake My Little Ponies on the market. If you are looking at a collectible purchase, make sure to check a reputable reference site--many have side-by-side comparison photos of the real Ponies and the knock-offs. If you're just looking for adorable toys to share with your children, you can find new and old My Little Ponies that are sure to provide them with as much delight as you had with your first My Little Pony!