Q: My very first stuffed animal was an Eeyore. He was given to me at the hospital and has been a constant companion ever since. I am told he belonged to my aunt before me. He is made of furry cloth and has felt features. Interestingly, he is stuffed with ground nutshells and shredded clippings. I’m wondering if you had any idea as to when he may have been manufactured? It would be nice to know more about my Eeyore that spurred my love of Disney.
Jodi, Gainesville, Florida
A: There have been many different plush versions of Eeyore; without knowing the name of the manufacturer and approximate date, it would be hard to find information about yours. The character first appeared in a Disney film in Winnie the Pooh and the Honey Tree in 1966.
Dave Smith