Do you love adorable animals do you follow every hippopotamus account on instagram then this palm-sized felted friend is exactly what you didn’t know you needed. This felted baby hippo is a beautiful collectible that will brighten up your home or office décor. It is also a fun and thoughtful gift for the animal-lover in your life. This toy is needle felted by hand using natural, eco-certified sheep’s wool from new zealand complete with handmade felted and knitted accessories. It is constructed around a sturdy wire carcass. I strive to keep my carbon footprint at a minimum and use animal-friendly materials i never use animal leather or fur in any of my toys. Height 17 cm/ 6.7 in. This toy is not intended for children under 5. Order a custom-made sculpture of your beloved pet your fluffy friend would probably prefer some treats but you (or your friend who won’t stop showing you pictures of their cat) will love this keepsake. These custom sculptures are available in two styles. See this listing for reference. I can also create replicas of any existing toy you see in my shop and can change colors of the accessories upon request. Timelines for made-to-order items. Small toys: 1-5 days. Medium toys: 1-2 weeks. Large toys or complex orders: 2-3 weeks. Brush away dust with a soft-bristle brush as needed. Keep away from water and humidity. Each toy is carefully packaged in eco craft paper and hand-sealed with a lyntoys stamp. Each toy includes a card with the character’s name, height, weight, materials, and care instructions. Include a personalized gift message write your text in the notes section of your order and i will include a hand-written note in the package. This item is made of wool and carded, glass eyes, dry pastel.