Lladro Dogs
Starting any collection can seem overwhelming. Do you focus on the rarer, harder to find, and more expensive pieces? Do you start with pieces that are easier to find and avoid the large investments at first? Really the first thing to do is to spend some time thinking about what you want to collect. If you are considering figurines, look at Lladro figurines. These are very popular and have stood the test of time. Many Lladro collectors focus their collections around a particular topic or subject. There are many styles and types of figurines. One possibility is focusing on Lladro dogs. Now that you have narrowed your search, it is time to collect. Ask for specific pieces as gifts and do not focus on rarity or eventual value in the beginning.
Like any collection, it is best to just start by finding what you like. Do you want Lladro dogs only? Or do you want to be a little more general and buy figurines that feature dogs with cats or even people? Remember it is your collection and nobody else’s. If you want to collect Lladro dogs but are interested in including figurines that have dogs with cats, dogs with people, or dogs with cats and people that is your choice. Just decide what you like and go with that.
When starting a collection it may be an expensive initial investment. After all, you will want a few pieces right away. One or two just does not feel like a collection, right? If buying several Lladro dogs is out of your initial price range, then ask for them for gifts. They can make great Christmas, birthday, Mother’s Day, graduation, or even wedding gifts. Some people hate asking for gifts but anyone interested in buying you a present will appreciate having an idea, especially if you are one of those “impossible to shop for” people. It is always more enjoyable to give a gift that is more creative and appreciated than money or gift cards.
After you have started your collection one of the temptations is to research too much information regarding rarity or eventual resale value. If you are collecting Lladro dogs purely to collect them, do not worry about this. Just focus on what you like and whether or not it is worth the price to you. Rarer pieces that will turn out to be a good investment are nice, but in the beginning just focus on finding figurines that you like and that will fit in well with your collection. Also at first you will not “know” what the figurines are worth as well so it is better to avoid the rarer, more expensive ones unless you are willing to research and watch auction websites like eBay.
Lladro dogs or any of their figurines can make great collectibles. Just remember that this is a hobby and is your collection. Collect what you like, ask for figurines as gifts, and do not worry about rarity at first. In time this may be a great collection that looks good for years to come. You can always focus on resale value later if you are interested in selling your figurines. With these suggestions you can start your collection with minimal stress.
Current Lladro Dogs Items on Ebay:
LLadro NAO Girl & Dog A Big Hug Figurine No Box
 | US $29.99 (0 Bid) End Date: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 18:08:07 PST Bid now | Add to watch list |
LLadro Nao Daisa 1977 Girl with Dog Worrying Nightgown Handmade in Spain
 | US $24.99 (0 Bid) End Date: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 17:33:44 PST Buy It Now for only: US $50.00 Bid now | Buy it now | Add to watch list |
Lladro's" PALS FOREVER" (For the LOVE of DOGS) Collector's Society Piece
 | US $200.00 (0 Bid) End Date: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 15:57:53 PST Buy It Now for only: US $250.00 Bid now | Buy it now | Add to watch list |
LLADRO GLAZED FIGURINE # 4957 Attentive Dogs S91 SR
 | US $112.50 (5 Bids) End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 15:30:22 PST Bid now | Add to watch list |
Lady and Dog with Umbrella, Lladro
 | US $125.00 (0 Bid) End Date: Tuesday Feb-07-2012 14:54:20 PST Buy It Now for only: US $175.00 Bid now | Buy it now | Add to watch list |
Lladro Zaphir "Girl with Dog" (#563G/M) Glazed porcelain dated 1982
 | US $58.00 (0 Bid) End Date: Sunday Feb-05-2012 10:59:07 PST Buy It Now for only: US $75.00 Bid now | Buy it now | Add to watch list |