Set Facts
- The set comes with Nova and Dr. Marlon mini-dolls, plus a dog figure and features various accessories such as a dog bath, workbench, brush and soap.
- Dog Rescue Van was designed by LEGO designer Theo Bonner.
Regional Retail Prices (LEGO.com/Store)
Dog Rescue Van Reviews
Jays Brick Blog
“It’s a cute little set that not only explores Animal Rescue themes, which is a big part of the first half Friends 2023 sets, but also introduces new main character Nova, and how she meets her adorable dog, Pickle, which zooms around thanks to a dog wheelchair. On the whole,... More this is a pretty fun LEGO Friends set which prioritized playability. The Dog Rescue Van makes for a great vehicle which also doubles as a “setting” which is quite ingenious.”
Brickset
“I think this is a nice little set. The inclusivity message continues with Pickle, and I really enjoy the story that's unfolding here. The Friends designers had mentioned that there were more stories in this wave, and this is one of them - Nova meeting her pet. I also like... More that this is the first (that I've built) in this wave where we've had a Friend with an alternate expression.”
Full review at brickset.com
Theme Analysis
Lifespan
14 mos (this set 11 mos)
Annual growth
+6.33% (this set +2.71%)
This set's annual growth (CAGR) vs. subtheme
Community Stats
Dog Rescue Van currently ranks #291 out of the top most owned sets in Friends.
About Friends
LEGO Friends sets are designed to appeal to girls and were introduced in 2012. The Friends theme includes mini-doll figures, which are around the same size as minifigures but are more realistic. LEGO Friends pieces are fully compatible with all LEGO System bricks and sets include pieces in pink and purple color schemes and depict scenes from suburban life set in the fictional town of Heartlake City.
Summary
Friends Dog Rescue Van set 41741 was released in January 2023, retailing for $30, but has since been retired. New, unopened Dog Rescue Van sets are valued at $32, while used sets can be found for $25.
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Animal lovers ages 6+ will enjoy rescuing and caring for this adorable pup! The LEGO® Friends Dog Rescue Van (41741) building toy set is made for storytelling. Kids can make the pup’s head stick out of the cardboard box as Nova passes by and then pretend to call the rescue center. The roof of the truck lifts off to reveal the mobile rescue center where kids will find all they need to care for Pickle the dog. Accessories include a dog bath, work bench, brush, soap, trashcan, poop, water and food, plus wheels to help Pickle walk. Kids will love changing Nova’s sad expression to a happy one as she cares for Pickle.
Dog rescue adventures for kids aged 6+ – Let little animal lovers act out pet rescue missions with this LEGO® Friends Dog Rescue Van (41741) building toy set
Pretend play brought to life – This toy set is made for animal role play with a truck that transforms into a mobile rescue center containing everything kids need to care for Pickle the dog
2 mini-dolls – Comes...
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