Pull Along Toys · Est. 1795★★★★★ 150 reviews

The pull along we'd send for a 3 year old.

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Standard · 2-3 working days

Wiggles as she walks
Builds balance & grip
18 months to 4 years
Sustainable wood
Non-toxic finish
Ships 2-3 business days
30-day returns
Klarna available

Delivery in 2-3 working days · 30-day returns · Est. 1795

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Real talk

The toy that gets them moving, and keeps up with them.

Dolly isn't just pulled. She wiggles, she trots, she becomes a companion in every walk around the house or garden. Her long body catches light, her weighted frame moves with a satisfying rhythm, and toddlers notice. She teaches balance and coordination without any instruction, just by being there.

You give them movement and confidence at the moment they need both most. And because she's made from solid wood, weighted right, and finished by hand, she'll still be there when their younger sibling or cousin arrives.

Joe Jaques, Jaques of London

What's in the box

What you receive

One wooden dachshund, ready to walk. Pull cord attached. No batteries, no assembly, no pieces to lose.

In the box

Dolly the Dachshund

Hand-finished wooden dachshund with a weighted body that wiggles as she moves. Pull cord is knotted and secure. She's hefty enough to feel real in their hands, not flimsy, but light enough for small arms to manage alone.

✓ Solid wood construction, weighted for balance
✓ Non-toxic water-based paint
✓ Smooth, secure pull cord

Child playing with Dolly the Dachshund, pulling her across a wooden floor

Play style

Pull, walk, watch her move

Toddlers pull Dolly forward and she wiggles with each step, it's the reward that keeps them moving. Works on any flat surface: kitchen tiles, wooden floors, garden patio. No wheels that squeak or get stuck.

✓ Encourages independent walking and exploration
✓ Rhythmic movement holds their attention
✓ Safe on indoor and outdoor surfaces

Dolly the Dachshund close-up detail showing hand-painted face and finish

In the box

Hand-finished and built to last

Every Dolly is finished by hand. Her face is painted with non-toxic paint that won't chip, flake or fade, even after years of pulling, dragging and the occasional chew test.

✓ Sustainable wood sourced responsibly
✓ No batteries or electronic parts
✓ Passes on to younger siblings and cousins

Guaranteed to arrive in time, or your money back.

Was £22.99

Dolly The Dachshund Pull Along Toy: £17.50

While they play

What Dolly quietly teaches

Looks like play. Works like a lesson.

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Balance & coordination

Pulling a weighted toy as they walk strengthens their legs and steadies their gait. The rhythm teaches their body how to move deliberately.

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Grip and fine motor control

Holding the cord, guiding her around corners, managing speed, it all builds hand strength without feeling like work.

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Focus and independence

They're in charge. No screens, no rules, just Dolly. It teaches them to play alone with purpose.

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Cause and effect

Pull cord = Dolly moves. Fast pull = fast wiggle. Toddlers learn to read their own actions and outcomes.

What families say about Jaques of London

Real parents, real words.

★★★★★

"Excellent quality wood toys, so well made, no sharp edges, all lovely & smooth, very colourful & plenty of choice. Very reasonably priced & so beautifully wrapped you don't want to open them. Highly recommend this company."

Lynda Evans✓ Google review

★★★★★

"Fast delivery, excellent products, extremely good quality and long lasting. My granddaughter loves the toys from here. Good age ranges covered."

Danella Jones✓ Google review

★★★★★

"These toys tick all the boxes, educational, colourful, fun, well made and great service. I just keep buying more and more."

Irene Johnstone✓ Google review

★★★★★

"We love our toys from Jaques of London. The quality is excellent and they're the perfect size for little hands to hold and play with easily. Beautifully made, sturdy wooden toys that will last for years. Highly recommend!"

Tegan✓ Google review

★★★★★

"Harrods grade gifting for a very reasonable price. Not the usual tat from China. Had several hand picked orders fron Jaques, nice to know its a UK business with old school quality."

John A✓ Google review

★★★★★

"I am a real fan of this company. If only I had come across them years ago when my boys were little. It's my go to for beautiful, good quality toys for my granddaughter now and any gift I need to buy. They arrived quickly, prices are reasonable and the special touch is they are beautifully packaged too. I love the heritage of this business!"

Sarah Lardner✓ Google review

★★★★★ 4.8/5 rated by families across Google and Trustpilot: real reviews, quoted word for word

Get ready for life

Why real play matters

Real brain growth comes from real play.

18 months

When to start

Suitable from 18 months, when most toddlers are standing and experimenting with walking. Works beautifully at 2, 3, and 4.

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2-3 days

Arrives ready to play

Ships within 2-3 business days. Arrives gift-wrapped and ready to hand over. No assembly, no setup, unpack and walk.

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Years

Passes on naturally

Made from solid wood and finished to last. Survives toddler years, younger siblings, cousins, then sits on a shelf as a memory.

Why this matters right now

231 years Making toys families trust Since 1795, Jaques has crafted toys for learning and play. Over 100 million sold. We don't cut corners because your child's childhood doesn't deserve shortcuts.

0 Batteries, screens, or fuss Dolly runs on nothing but a child's curiosity. No charging, no apps, no plastic film to untangle. Just pull and play.

60 days Warranty on every toy If Dolly doesn't deliver the confidence and movement we promise, return her within 60 days. Full stop. We stand behind her.

230 yrs of making things worth keeping Jaques of London has been crafting games and toys since 1795. This one is built to be handed down, not thrown out.

We really are different

Why Dolly beats the supermarket pull along

	Jaques Dolly The Dachshund Pull Along Toy	Cheap Alternatives
Weight and feel	✅	❌ Plastic versions feel hollow
Paint that lasts	✅	⚠️ Cheap paint chips in months
Rope quality	✅	❌ Flimsy cord snaps after weeks
Actual wiggle	✅	❌ Fixed wheels, no movement rhythm
Passes on to siblings	✅	❌ Breaks or fades by year 2
No toxic finishes	✅	⚠️ Unknown origin, unknown paint
British made heritage	✅	❌ Imported, no guarantee

Jaques

✅ Weighted solid wood
✅ Hand-finished paint
✅ Rope that holds
✅ Real wiggle movement
✅ Lasts for years
✅ Non-toxic finish
✅ Est. 1795 guarantee

Cheap alternatives

❌ Plastic feels cheap
❌ Paint chips quickly
❌ Cord snaps easily
❌ Wheels stay fixed
❌ Breaks by year 2
❌ Unknown materials
❌ No heritage, no trust

Guaranteed to arrive in time, or your money back.

Was £22.99

Dolly The Dachshund Pull Along Toy: £17.50

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

Not right? Return it within 30 days. Full refund, no questions.

Questions & answers

Questions grandparents ask.

Will it arrive in time for the birthday?

Yes. Order by 2pm and Dolly ships within 2-3 business days. Arrives in a gift box ready to hand over. If you're cutting it close, let us know at checkout, we prioritise birthday orders. Catherine McCulloch said it best: 'perfect gift for any babies' 1st birthday.' We mean that.

Is it really worth the price?

Think heirloom, not disposable. Solid wood, hand-finished, weighted to move right. Played with for years, passed on to younger cousins, still looks and feels like new. Manda Monium from our last batch told us it was 'worth every penny full price', and that's at full price, no discount. The plastic version costs less upfront and breaks in months. Dolly costs more once and lasts.

How do I know it's right for my 3 year old?

Dolly works from 18 months through to age 4 and beyond. At 3, she's ideal, they have the coordination to pull with intention, and the strength to manage her weight. She'll grow with them. Not sure? Email us the child's age and we'll confirm. That's what we're here for.

What if they don't like it?

Return her within 30 days, no questions. We also offer a 60-day warranty against defects. John A said 'Not the usual tat from China' and Karen Pepper told us 'Toys that don't break after five minutes of play', if ours isn't living up to that, we'll make it right. That's the Jaques promise.

How much does it cost?

The Dolly The Dachshund Pull Along Toy is £17.50 today (down from £22.99). Klarna is available at checkout if you prefer to spread the cost.

What's your returns policy?

30 days, full refund, no conditions. Return it for any reason and we refund in full. We've been standing behind what we make since 1795.

Guaranteed to arrive in time, or your money back.

Was £22.99

Dolly The Dachshund Pull Along Toy: £17.50

Our story

Making toys worth keeping since 1795.

Jaques of London was founded in 1795. We invented croquet, table tennis, and the Staunton chess set. For 230 years, we've been making things that pull children away from passive entertainment and into active, curious, hands-on play.

Dolly is a pull along toy, yes, but she's also proof of why Jaques has lasted 231 years. We don't chase trends. We make toys that teach movement without screens, that feel weighted and real in small hands, that survive toddler chaos and pass on to younger siblings. Dolly was designed for the moment when children need confidence and motion most. She's not rushed, not plastic, not forgotten after Christmas. She's the kind of toy that earns trust, because trust is what we've built since 1795.

Toys and games that leave something behind: a skill, a memory, a piece of play that gets passed on.
Joe, Jaques of London

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