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Hasbro FurReal Chatty Charlie The Barkin’ Beagle Review

amomentwithfranca · 27 September 2017 · 120 Comments

We were given a FurReal Chatty Charlie The Barkin’ Beagle to keep and review which I mentioned previously in a blog post about our “Morning at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home with Hasbro“. Bella and I learnt a lot about what they do there and what happens when a new dog arrives. It was such an interesting morning and we loved every minute of it!

Hasbro FurReal Chatty Charlie The Barkin’ Beagle Review

Hasbro has partnered with Battersea Dogs & Cats Home to help people better understand the rehoming process and ‘paws’ for thought around welcoming a rescue dog into their home. I think this is a lovely partnership.

Bella made a short video for you guys to show you how the FurReal Chatty Charlie works. Please see below:

Hasbro has partnered with Battersea Dogs & Cats Home to help people better understand the rehoming process and ‘paws’ for thought around welcoming a rescue dog into their home. I think this is a lovely partnership.

Bella is desperate to get a dog and is always asking for one. She really enjoyed the morning we spent at Battersea and kept asking if we could get one while we were there. Unfortunately, getting a dog is not part of our foreseeable plans so at least Bella has Chattie Charly for now!

She got the chance to have a good play with him that day and thought he was very cool! He is definitely a fun dog to have and be around! When we brought him home, Sienna was desperate to get her hands on him! I was surprised as she is a little bit cautious of dogs at the moment. She likes them and she would tell you that, but if she sees one near her, she can get a little bit nervous. She is getting better now though.

So, as she was so enthusiastic about it, Bella and I decided that we would let her help me with the review. She was so happy and asked me to get him out of the box straight away, LOL!

ABOUT FURREAL CHATTY CHARLIE

Unlike other plush toys, FurReal pets aren’t intended to be merely watched or collected; they’re designed to be played with, lived with, and loved. Their exciting and engaging play can help create unforgettable childhood memories. And this is the case with FurReal Chatty Charlie.

Chatty Charlie is one funny dog. This cuddly pup’s collar translates his barks into phrases so you can understand him. And with 80+ barks to phrases, he has a lot to say! His barks can mean anything from a friendly greeting (“Hello!”) to a little bit of attitude (“Are you talkin’ to me?”).

The way that he works is that his collar will light-up when he is translating his barks so then your little ones can understand him better. They won’t have a proper conversation though as he will say different things that will not be as a result of a direct interaction from your child.

This talkative puppy is such fun to play with! He responds to sounds and touch and loves to be cuddled. This is something that Sienna particularly loves doing: giving him lots of cuddles! It is so sweet to watch!

If your child waves his/her hand in front of him, he may move his ears as he tries to hide his face. This is perhaps a shy moment for him! And if your kids pet his back, he will wag his tail. It is very cute!

Chatty Charlie is definitely a pup with personality. Here are some examples of the phrases that he might say:

  • “Yum! Something smells delicious!” – Perhaps he is revealing a healthy appetite
  • “Who did that? Wasn’t me!” – perhaps here he is showing a mischievous nature
  • “Do you like my singing? I’m getting ready for my big audition!” – And here, interestingly enough, he perhaps has plans for a show business career!
  • “Let’s play” – he is having a playful moment
  • “I need a hug” – if your little ones hug him he will then say that they are awesome.

Please note that Chatty Charlie requires batteries to make him interact with you, He needs 4 x 1.5v AA alkaline batteries. Demo batteries are included. He comes with an on/off button so you can stop him from interacting and turn him off. However, if you have it on, he will stop interacting after realising that there is no touch or sound around him.

FurReal Chatty Charlie is recommended for ages 4 years old and over. He has an RRP of £59.99.  You can buy Chatty Charlie from Smyths or Amazon. Please see Amazon details below:

OUR THOUGHTS

Chatty Charlie is adorable. Both my girls have played with him. Lately it is more Sienna than Bella so I think it must be even more appealing for younger kids. We love his gorgeous big green eyes. He has so many different phrases to say that you will never get bored. He is a fantastic addition to any family, so I am sure he will be very popular around Christmas!

Have you heard of the Hasbro FurReal range? What do you think of FurReal Chatty Charlie? Will you get one? Will he be on your children’s Christmas or birthday lists?

*Disclaimer: We were given a FurReal Chatty Charlie as part of our role at the Hasbro Toy Tribe. Contains affiliate links.

Thanks for stopping by,

Love you all ❤️

Franca  💋

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  1. cassandra mayers says

    18 October 2017 at

    I have seen them, seen them at the store, think they are great!

    Reply
  2. becki gates says

    18 October 2017 at

    my son loves furreal pets, he has a few. charlie is already on his christmas list to add to his brood

    Reply
  3. gemma hendry says

    18 October 2017 at

    i think hasbro have good quality range, my daughter would love this

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  4. nikki easton says

    18 October 2017 at

    my daughter has already circled Charlie in the smyths catalogue, shes 3 and thinks hes fab. I love Hasbro toys, a trusted brand. my children love it to, top quality.

    Reply
  5. Carly Belsey says

    18 October 2017 at

    My daughter would love this, she loves dogs and her brother is called Charlie too so perfect. Hasbro games are great. Thank you

    Reply
  6. Marktee says

    18 October 2017 at

    Gorgeous toy, my grand daughter is desperate for one

    Reply
  7. Edward Guerreiro says

    18 October 2017 at

    Hasbro make really great toys. I used to love playing Operation as a child. I have never heard of the FurReal range however. My niece is absolutely obsessed with dogs. So I am actually considering getting something from this range.

    Reply
  8. Diana says

    18 October 2017 at

    I love them! We heard a lot and would love to get Charlie for my daughters 🙂

    Reply
  9. Jennifer Baker says

    18 October 2017 at

    My girls would absolutely love this yes we’ve heard of the range but never own a proper one! this would be amazing x x x

    Reply
  10. Tee Simpson says

    18 October 2017 at

    I love Hasbro and the furreal range. The kids have had their eye on charlie

    Reply
  11. Gill Mitchell says

    18 October 2017 at

    I love Hasbro products. I’ve heard of the Fur Real range and think they’re amazing. I’m very envious of this generation having such amazing toys! I think Charlie is fab and my daughter would adore him.

    Reply
  12. Naomi Williams says

    18 October 2017 at

    Love it, yes its on the xmas list

    Reply
  13. laura milton says

    23 October 2017 at

    Aw gutted I miss this, my daughter has been asking for this on her xmas list! 😀

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