There are a great many rocking horses in the world and rather fewer rocking llamas. This one is finished in long rolling plush over a padded body, with a face designed to be hugged as much as ridden, and it gives a child something different to name and talk to.The construction is conventional in the ways that matter. A sturdy wood base carries a reinforced steel frame under the soft cover, rated for riders up to 66 lbs, and the wooden bottom is lined with two curved rails so the rocking stays smooth and controlled. An easy-grip handlebar sits at the front for small hands. The llama measures 24.5 in long by 13 in wide by 23.5 in tall with the seat 13.5 in off the floor, low enough for a three year old to board on their own. The gentle motion and soft fabric make it as good for calming down as for playing.