Ty Beanie Baby “STRUT” “DOODLE” The Rooster 4th Generation 3rd Tush Tag PVC 1996

"Strut the Rooster" Ty Beanie Baby, which was first released as "Doodle" in May 1997 but was quickly renamed due to a trademark conflict with Chick-fil-A. Strut's birthday is March 8, 1996, and it was retired on March 31, 1999. This Beanie Baby is characterized by its tie-dyed shades of orange, pink, yellow, and a touch of green, with velvety soft orange tail and wing feathers, and yellow legs, feet, and beak. Name Variations: Initially named "Doodle," it was changed to "Strut" shortly after release. Material and Appearance: Made with super soft plush fabric, featuring a tie-dye pattern of orange, pink, yellows, and green. It has a velvety soft orange tail and wing feathers, along with yellow legs, feet, and beak. Hang Tag Information: The Beanie Baby has a heart-shaped swing tag with the Ty logo and the name "Strut". The tag also indicates it is part of the "Original Beanie Babies" collection. Rarity and Value: Certain versions of Strut, especially those with errors or specific tag variations, can be quite valuable. For example, versions with PVC pellets, or those with a Canadian tush tag and made in Indonesia, may be more sought after by collectors. Errors and Variations: Collectors often look for errors such as misspellings on the tags, tag generations, or the presence of PVC pellets, which can increase the value of the Beanie Baby. Collectibility: "Strut" is a popular and sought-after Beanie Baby, making it a valuable addition to any collection.