Slinky Dog
The oldest loyal dog doll
Dog doll with a spring body, the oldest and most loyal to friends character in Toy Story.
Quotes
- “Don't worry too much, Woody.”
- “I'll do what I can for everyone.”
- “It's okay because we have friends.”
Trivia
- Slinky Dog's spring part was inspired by a real spring.
- In the English version, beloved for its distinctive Southern accent.
- Set as a long-existing toy, thus considered the oldest in age.
Alternate names
Slinky Dog
Slinky
Old Man Slinky Dog
Profile
- Species
- toy dog
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Brown and beige dog doll made with a metal spring body. Features a gentle facial expression and large ears.
- Height
- About 30cm (toy size)
- Weight
- lightweight
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Brown
- Distinguishing features
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- Stretchable spring body
- Pullable tail
- Brown base with beige face
- Iconic items
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- Spring body
- Stretchable tail
- Large ears
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- kind
- Detailed personality
- Caring like the oldest member, always considerate of friends. Gentle and patient, but straightforward with opinions when needed.
- Keywords
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- loyal to friends
- kind
- reliable
- patient
- helpful
- Motto
- Taking care of friends is the most important
- Talents
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- Stretching utilizing spring properties
- Presence that calms friends
- Excellent observation skills
- Skills
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- Problem solving despite being clumsy
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Motivation
- Protecting friends' safety and happiness
- Habits
- The spring sometimes creaks when emotions fluctuate
- Hobbies
- Pretend walks, Conversations with friends
- Favorite foods
- Bone-shaped treats (imagined)
- Disliked situations
- Friends being in danger, Conflicts
- Disliked insects
- Bees
History
- Backstory
- Veteran dog doll among the toys from long ago. Stretchable spring body allows it to support friends.
- Debut date
- November 22, 1995
- Work title
- Toy Story
- Media type
- Movie
First appearance in Toy Story
- Significant event
- First appearance in Toy Story
- Description
- Adventured with Woody and others, playing an important role in deepening friends' bonds.
Crisis avoidance using spring body
- Significant event
- Crisis avoidance using spring body
- Description
- In pinches, used the body's stretchability to help friends.
Relationships
Woody
Best friend
Acted together to save friends
Buzz Lightyear
Teammate
Overcame numerous adventures together
Andy's toys
Andy's toys: mascot
Media appearances
Toy Story (1995)
Movie / Supporting
1995 theatrical release
Toy Story 2
Movie / Supporting
1999 theatrical release
Toy Story 3
Movie / Supporting
2010 theatrical release
Toy Story 4
Movie / Supporting
2019 theatrical release
Toy Story game series
Game / Supporting
Voice cast and creators
Yusaku Yara
- Voice actor
- Yusaku Yara
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Theatrical versions
Jim Varney / Blake Clark
- Voice actor
- Jim Varney / Blake Clark
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Theatrical versions
- Notes
- Jim Varney for original, Blake Clark for sequels
John Lasseter
- Creator name
- John Lasseter
- Role
- Original author
Pixar Animation Studios
- Creator name
- Pixar Animation Studios
- Role
- Animation studio
Disney
- Creator name
- Disney
- Role
- Publisher
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