Calico Critters List
Table of Contents
1. Rabbits
2. Dogs 3. Cats 4. Bears 5. Mice |
6. Hooved Animals
7. Rodents 8. Carnivorans 9. Others 10. (Long-Discontinued Varieties) |
Guide
- Click on the family titles for links to sellers. I have used Amazon.com when possible, followed by Toys R Us or Amazon.co.uk. For rarer varieties I have linked to Sylvanian Families-focused seller websites. I recommend shopping around for the best price.
- This list is not interested in expensive ($50+) or extremely obscure varieties. You would have to scour Google and Ebay for those.
- Pay attention to my comments in green, as sometimes they contain useful information.
Rabbits
The Hopscotches seem to be the main face of Calico Critters, which is perhaps why there have been so many rabbit varieties.
Hopscotch Family
"The Hopscotch family enjoys a very active lifestyle. Mother Heidi is a gym teacher at the Cloverleaf Corners high school and Father Harlin is a sports reporter for the local paper. Brother Skip and Sister Bell play high school soccer and pursue outdoor hobbies such as hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter."
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Cottontail Family
"Down to earth and loved by all, the rabbit family takes great pride in their skilled work. The set includes Mother Sorrel, Father Aaron, Brother Gromwell and Sister Willow."
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Champagne Family
This family has not been adapted for the US market.
"The Hopkins are a very bubbly bunch of bunnies! Father Don has a favourite saying which is 'don't put off till tomorrow what you can do today.' Mother Adrianne has a very effervescent personality and her enthusisastic approach to everyday tasks makes her household one of the happiest in the village! Brother Roger has an intoxicating laugh and funny jokes always cheers everyone up. Sister Rosa is rather shy, blushing at the slightest attention paid to her." Buttermilk / Periwinkle Family
This is just like the Champagne Family, but lacks the white on the face. Seems to be sold through unofficial vendors even on the UK side. A solid tan rabbit family is currently available on the official Japanese site.
"Father Alex Periwinkle, the Sylvanian sign writer, has to be incredibly patient when he is working, because one mistake and he has to start all over again. Mother Kate Periwinkle helps her husband, Alex, with the design and use of colour in his work as well as looking after the family. Brother Oliver Periwinkle is very good at tennis. Sister Rebecca Periwinkle is an all-round athlete playing rounders and hockey for the school and tennis with her brother, whom she just loves to beat." |
Wildwood Family
Seems to be discontinued, but is still easy to find cheap. Often just listed as "Brown Rabbit Family." The Dappledawn Fawn Family looks very similar.
"Father Herb Wildwood is a real party animal who loves to throw parties. Mother Ginger Wildwood is a great hostess full of chat, amusing stories and charm. Ginger is also a great cook famous for her legendary party food and especially for her spicy carrot bake. Brother Rusty Wildwood is very, very musical. He can play most instruments well but likes the trumpet, drums and electric guitar best because they are loud and brash. Sister Hollie Wildwood is like her father and just loves parties, her favourite occasions being Christmas and her birthday because she has a great party and presents!" |
Dogs
Dogs are the most popular pet in Japan: in 2011, there were 18% dogs to 12% cats (JPFA). And with so many real-life breeds to choose from, it's no surprise that Calico Critter dog varieties are incredibly abundant.
Beagle Family
"The Beagle family owns and runs the bakery in Cloverleaf Corners. Father Percy bakes all kinds of bread, while Mother Prunella is famous for her delicious desserts. Sister Antonia helps her parents and loves to decorate Mother's cakes with icing and berries. Her brother Harold, however, is more often seen outside playing and running with his friends."
Border Collie Family
"Mother Janice always makes sure her family eats healthy, nutritious food. Father Samuel teaches Science at the Cloverleaf Elementary School. Brother Patrick is a runner for his school’s track team. Sister Jenny likes to spend her time indoors watching movies."
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Chihuahua Family
"The Lopez family just moved from Beverly Hill and is looking for a more quiet life in Cloverleaf. Mother Carmen is Cloverleaf Corners’ top wedding planner. Father Cesar is the best wedding photographer in town. Sister Eva loves to read and is incredibly smart. Brother Pablo loves playing sports, especially football."
King Charles Spaniel Family
Seems to be discontinued in the US, but still widely sold.
"Father Gordon Doughty is a preschool director. Mother Delia is a teacher, and very popular with the babies." Brother David and Sister Karen -- who knows. |
Yellow Lab Family
"Mother Lucy teaches math at the Cloverleaf Corners Elementary School. Father Barker runs his own business as a photographer. Brother Buddy loves camping in the great outdoors. Sister Sadie loves amusement parks and carnivals."
Dalmatian Family
"Mother, Dorothy (Dotty) Dalmatian believes in keeping up appearances. She even has a special voice for answering the telephone! Father, Daniel Dalmatian is so incredibly fussy, neat and tidy, that he drives everyone mad. Brother, Spot Dalmatian is very sporty - in fact, he loves any game where he can get dirty. Sister, Patty Dalmatian is a tomboy and wants to be a firefighter when she grows up."
Corgi Family
Cheap on Amazon.co.uk but expensive from the non-official US sellers.
"Father Duke de Pembroke is charming and very debonair but does have a tendency to put his foot in things. Mother Queenie is very much the head of the family and rules the roost, she is lovely and kind but if you make her cross then you will get one of the famous stares! Brother Earl is cheeky as he is charming. Sister Duchess is a little miss goody two shoes." |
Chocolate Lab Family
Not currently being sold for the US market.
"Father Charles Hunter-Smyth is a very hard working farmer, who is up at six o’clock every morning, out in the fields tending his crops. Mother Camilla Hunter-Smyth is the perfect farmer’s wife. As well as making jams and preserves during the fruit picking month, she also makes the most wonderful relishes with the vegetables as they are harvested. Brother Hector Hunter-Smyth likes to get up at six o’clock with his father so they can have breakfast together. Sister Isabella Hunter-Smyth loves nothing better than to invite as many of her friends as her mother will allow to stay, for a sleepover. " Chocolate Dalmatian Family
Also not US-marketed, but still readily available.
" Father Ben Henry-Lloyd is a great sailor and fisherman. Mother Pippa Henry-Lloyd also learned how to sail with her parents. Brother Zac Henry-Lloyd is very enthusiastic about rowing and also about music, as well as being an accomplished sailor. Sister Sarah Henry-Lloyd is very competitive and well organised. She enjoys regattas in the summer, in particular she enjoys the evening parties after the races are finished and the social side takes over." Huckleberry Hound Family
Non-US.
"Father Hubert Alan Huckleberry is a 'wordsmith' who loves finding out the meaning of names and new words. He was especially pleased to discover his name means 'bright minded.' Mother Hatty is a very level headed and practical lady who knows what she wants. Hatty means 'house ruler' which is just what she is! Brother Dennis is strong minded about what he will and will not eat; his diet consists of five things and five things only! Dennis means 'belonging to the god of wine,' but his parents think it should have been 'the god of whine.' Sister Esme Huckleberry name means 'beloved', a suitable name for her daddy's little sweetheart. Her love of words is only matched by her father's." |
Cats
Just as in real-life Japan, Calico Critter cats are only a little less plentiful than the dogs.
Tuxedo Family
"Mother Natalie is very cheerful and active. She loves teaching ballroom dancing to all of the wonderful Critter couples. Father Mason is very giving and kind. He teaches tennis at the Cloverleaf Corners Youth Center. Sister Lily loves to shop for pretty dresses and loves to go to school dances. Sister Rose is very athletic and especially loves to play tennis with her dad."
Silk Family
"Mother Holly runs the Cloverleaf Corners Dance Studio with her husband. She teaches ballet and tap to young critters. Father Johnny is an amazing ballroom dancer, and has won several competitions with his wife. Sister Susie loves to go camping and often swims in the nearby lake. Brother Samuel spends most of his time playing tennis with his friends."
Persian Family
It seems this was a 2010 limited edition.
"Mother Betty is a successful jewelry designer. Father Blitz is a weather anchor for Cloverleaf Corners morning news at 5. Brother Orion loves learning everything about the different planets, stars, and moon. Sister Lily loves shopping for dresses, shoes, and purses." Willow & Carly at the Horse Show
This strangely-colored remnant from some discontinued cat family comes with another distinguishing element: a Calico Critters non-anthropomorphic animal. It only could be better if it came with an anthropomorphic horse...
"Who is going to win the 1st annual Cloverleaf Corners Horse Show? Carly Whiskers and her pony Willow have practiced jumps all summer, but they are up against tough competition." |
Fisher Family
"Mother Isabel Fisher can often be seen and heard tending to her luscious garden. Father Schroeder is the finest house builder in all of Cloverleaf Corners. Brother Linus is known in Cloverleaf Corners for his playful disposition and his many friends. Sister Lauren loves to run through the meadow, climb trees and jump rope with her friends."
Caramel Family
Strangely, listed on the US company site but not available from official sellers. Slightly more expensive than other current US Critters.
"Father Carter runs the Cloverleaf Candy Shop with his wife, Carla, who loves creating new candy flavors. Sister Camryn is on the school gymnastics team and Brother Chris is on the track team." Ginger Family
The only Amazon.com reviewer says they received a poorly packaged potential knock-off, but the Ginger Family itself is a real Calico Critters variety available outside the US. See it here.
"Father Larry Beaman likes to keep active and enjoys playing rugby, but he is also partial to a bit of cake from the Blackcurrant Café. Mother Geraldine is has good manners and is very well turned out. She likes to make sure her children are always polite and presentable. Sister Lucille is calm and relaxed. Brother Boris is a very shy and quiet cat." Keats Cream Family
Seems discontinued.
"Father Rossetti Longfellow Keats, his delicate puff pastry is a special treat. Mother Bronte runs the Patisserie like clockwork, hard graft she's never known to shirk! T.S. Eliot Keats, a name no one beats. Sister Shelley, the apple of her father's eye, works with him and makes him sigh." |
Bears
Oddly enough, there are no basic bears being produced at present. Officially available "bear" varieties include pandas and koalas.
Panda Family
"Mother Penelope is a nurse at the Calico Critters Children's Hospital tending to broken bones and nasty colds. Father Percival owns his own bamboo fence business. In his free time, he helps his kids Phillip and Priscilla with their next big performance."
Polar Bear Family
Though not US-marketed anymore, these attractive bears are still easy to find online.
"Father Sven Beaufort loves pushing his pink and blue ice cream cart all over Sylvania. Mother Vania makes her husband's lollies and ice creams using only the very best ingredients. Brother Valentine Beaufort might hate ice cream but he does love ice skating. He goes to the Sylvanian ice rink every weekend with his sister Verity, and they glide together around the ice pretending to be Torvill and Dean. Sister Verity wants to be a famous figure skater just like her brother." |
Koala Family
"Mother Sheila owns her own eco-friendly shop. Father Bruce is the leader of the Cloverleaf Corners Environmental Awareness Society. Sister Adelaide wants to start her own eco-fashion company when she grows up. Baby Brother Joey is very attached to his Mother and loves playing outside."
Honey Bear Family
Not being officially sold in the US. Look up the Porridge Family for a darker brown.
" Father Bertie Honey Bear is the miller of Sylvania making lots of different flour. Mother Tamsie Honey Bear makes the most of her husband's skill as a miller, baking the most wonderful cakes and puddings in her kitchen. Brother Diggory Honey Bear always helps his father deliver the sacks of flour around the village of Sylvania on Saturdays. Sister Katy Honey Bear loves collecting fruit and berries from the hedgerows for her mother's pies." |
Mice
Why are there so many Calico Critters mice? I have no clue.
Norwood Family
"Mother Brie Norwood works for the family's business. She can always be found sitting at her desk in the back office keeping the business records. Father Chester-Cheddar, known as "CC" to his friends, owns the local newspaper, book and stationery shop in town. Brother Colby is the newspaper delivery boy for his father's and mother's shop. Sister Nibbles is unlike her early rising brother. She's not a morning person at all!"
Fielding Field Mouse Family
Discontinued.
"Father Darcy Fielding is a cobbler and makes everything from clogs and boots to slippers and sandals. He is a very skilled craftsman, but he is also very shy and rarely says more than ''Thank you, madam'' or ''Ready next week, sir''. Mother Bridget Fielding is a great help to her husband. She not only buys all the shiny materials and colourful laces that he needs to make his fine shoes, but she also assists him with his many customers. The only problem with this is that she is very shy too and rarely speaks above a whisper. Brother Daniel Fielding is as intelligent as can be. But is took his teachers a long time to discover this as he never says more than two words in class. It was only when he got top marks in every subject that they realised just how clever he was. Sister Helen Fielding is as quiet as the rest of her family, except when it comes to netball. She walks out onto the netball court and begins to order everyone around as loudly as possible." |
Milky Family
Officially being sold in the US, but stocks seem low.
"Father Matthew is the soccer coach at the Cloverleaf Elementary School. Mother Rikki is the swim coach at the same school. Sister Mindy is a fantastic tennis player and is really quick on her feet. Brother Ryan is one of the best baseball players on his team and can pitch the ball really fast." Hazelnut Dormouse Family
Non-US.
"Father Sidney Hazelnut is a bed maker and a very good one too! Mother Mona complements her husband’s work perfectly by making bed linen, quilts, pillows and bed covers. Brother Otto, like his father, loves his bed. His mother has to call him at least three times every morning to get up for school. Sister Odette Hazelnut is a very quiet, softly spoken, shy young lady. All her schoolfriends make a point to look after her, making sure she is alright! Whether in the classroom or on the school bus, they take it in turns to check that she has not fallen asleep." |
Hooved Animals
(Although these seem to technically have feet.)
Buckley Red Deer Family
"Mother Tabitha is a famous artist in Cloverleaf Corners, and even has her own Art Studio. Father Devin runs the Cloverleaf Corners Art Studio with his wife and enjoys bowling with his friends. Baby brother Oscar likes to color and make mini clay cars. Sister Fawna loves painting pictures of flowers and playing the piano."
Fresian Cow Family
"Mother Daisy spends most of her day tending to her beautiful garden. Father Leo is a carpenter for Cloverleaf Corners. Brother Patch plays the drums in his school's marching band. Sister Betsy likes to spend time with her friends."
Ellwoods Elephant Family
"Mother Ella is a famous children's book author. Father Edwin is a doctor specializing in children's medicine. He likes to spend a lot of his time with his family. Brother Elliot enjoys playing football and soccer and is a great athlete. Sister Eliza loves to compete in beauty pageants and wants to be a super famous model."
Truffle Boar Family
Only a little hard to find.
"Eustace Barrington Truffle is the Sylvanian dentist. Mother Victoria like her darling husband is also a dentist and possibly the strongest lady in Sylvania. Daughter Felicity eats her food much too quickly, as she fears if she doesn’t her greedy little brother will eat it! Son Charlie 'Chocolate' has been given the nickname ‘Chocolate’ for a very good reason. He adores it. Charlie’s face is always covered in it! Daughter Susan-Mary is a dentist’s dream come true! She has perfect teeth, a huge dazzling smile and no fillings. Susan wants to be a dentist like her daddy but without the truffles!" |
Lambrook Sheep Family
"Everyone in the Lambrook family loves nothing better than fresh fruit! This is not surprising, as father Danny is in charge of the orchards in Cloverleaf Corners where he grows delicious apples and pears. Mother Barbara helps him take care of the trees, while sister Iona and brother Winton help with smaller jobs after school."
Oinks Pig Family
These seem to have been recently discontinued. Still in stock everywhere.
"Mother Hannah likes to keep the house very tidy and clean. Father Nathan runs the Cloverleaf Corners Corn Farm. He loves to play with his children. Sister Molly likes to make yummy desserts, especially strawberry parfaits. Brother Noah is full of energy and loves playing outside with his friends." Nettlefield Goat Family
These are not readily available; I just wanted to add them to show that they (relatively cheaply) exist.
"William and Nanette Nettlefield, known as Billy and Nanny, will eat almost anything, although their favourites are Brussels sprouts and spinach. They even ate flowers that their father, Ramsey, bought as a surprise for their mother, Caprina." Moss Reindeer Family
About as slightly rare as the Truffles.
"Father Cameron Moss is a journalist on the ‘Forest Telegraph’, Sylvania’s biggest newspaper. Mother Rowena is Editor of the ‘Forest Telegraph’, which means she is Cameron’s boss! Sister Juniper is very artistic and is always doing drawings to illustrate Buck’s magazine features and stories. Brother Buck is known as ‘Scoop’ at school, because he runs the school magazine called ‘The Pupil’, which he fills with tips on how to do your homework and who did what!" |
Rodents
Most rodent species have been discontinued. Right now, only the squirrels and hedgehogs are being marketed in the US.
Furbanks Squirrel Family
" The new Furbanks Squirrel Family loves acting and directing. Mother Emma is always rehearsing her lines, while Father Kenneth is known for directing with a big booming voice and dramatic gestures. Brother Douglas is in his own imaginary world of pirates, knights and dragons. His sister Greta is the exact opposite of him - she is quiet and a perfectionist, especially with her acting."
Waters Beaver Family
Non-US.
"Father Wade Waters is the best house builder and carpenter in the Sylvanian woods. Mother Nancy is a great gardener who grows the most beautiful flowers and delicious vegetables in the whole of Sylvania. Brother Roger Waters is very friendly and sporty, making him so popular that he was voted head-boy of his school, a job he takes very seriously. Sister Misty daydreams all the time. Her favorite daydream is of being a famous dancer." McBurrows Mole Family
Presumably discontinued.
"Father Digger McBurrows is an expert at making tunnels and underground chambers. Mother Heidi McBurrows is very house-proud and no matter when you visit, you’ll always find her cleaning. Brother Muddy drives his mother up the wall. He just cannot keep his clothes clean - he’s always covered in mud. Sister Molly is very clever with her hands. She uses her artistic talents to create beautiful presents and gifts for all her family and friends." |
Pickleweeds Hedgehog Family
"Mother Heloise is the lead singer of the family's band called 'Sonic Six'. Father Harold runs the Cloverleaf Post office and also plays the drums in the family's band. When brother Harry isn't playing the piano, you will find him playing outside with his sister Haley, who plays the recorder and tambourine."
Hamilton Hamster Family
Discontinued.
"Father Huckleberry Hamilton is the blacksmith. He enjoys nothing better than hammering the shoes for the Sylvanian ponies into shape on his anvil. Mother Hilda Hamilton is the riding instructor. Brother George Hamilton is officially the apprentice blacksmith, but he'd much rather join Douglas Furbanks in his latest stage production. Sister Jane Hamilton is very hard working and helps her mother, Hilda, at the riding school, brushing and cleaning to earn some pocket money." Pettyfur Guinea Pig Family
Widely available as the mother with a stroller and babies. Discontinued as a family.
"Father Peter Pettyfur is a great ideas man when it comes to saving money. Mother Penny is a very caring person who sorts out everyone’s troubles and problems. Brother Andrew is the hardworking member of the family; he has to be because he aims to keep the peace by implementing his father’s money saving ideas. Sister Nicola is the ‘saleswoman’ of the family which is why she loves her father, Peter’s, ideas...she sells them to her friends in the school playground. 'Give me 50p and I’ll tell you how to save £8.75 a year,' gets them every time!" |
Carnivorans
Spotter Meerkat Family
Only the triplets are sold in the US.
"Father Harry Spotter is the most alert and watchful creature in Sylvania - and it's a good job as he has to check there are no wildfires in the forest. Mother Beatrix, on the other hand, is always warm and friendly. Brother Alfie always has his head in a book. Sister Gail would much rather go for a long walk in the Sylvanian forest than read a book." Robinson Red Panda Family
Non-US.
"Father Wilbur Robinson grows some of the best grapes and berries in Sylvania on the sunny slopes, just south of the village. Mother Fliss is the one who turns her husband Wilbur's juicy plumped grapes and berries, not only into excellent fruit juices, but also into scrumptious fruit smoothies. Sister Frances wants to be famous for a special drink like her mother, so she spends a lot of time helping her mother, in order to learn as much as possible about how the different drinks are made. Baby Cali loves the seedless grapes her father grows for fruit salad. Neptune Sea Otter Family
Non-US.
"Father Caspian Neptune spends as much time as he can with his family swimming in the sea even during those cold, windswept winter days. Mother Narrisa likes everything neat and tidy in her family home and her husband and daughter's 'treasure' collection makes for a lot of extra dusting and cleaning! Sister Shelly is a beachcomber like her father. Baby Sandy loves building and knocking down sandcastles and like the rest of her family is also a beach collector: she collects sand! In her clothes, in her hair, between her toes, everywhere!" Underwood Badger Family
Still available often as a Celebration family, but fading.
"Father Benjamin Underwood and his family are nomads wandering Sylvania in their caravan. Mother Beatrix is a very capable badger indeed. Brother Byron takes after his grandfather who was the Sylvanian society photographer of his day. Sister Bess is known for her striking features, and her beauty is the talk of Sylvania." |
Slydale Fox Family
Non-US. Also known as the Honey Fox family, which is weird because their name is Slydale and there is no such thing as a honey fox...
"Father Slick Slydale works hard as an electrician. Mother Velvette adores her family, and loves to take strolls with Slick and her children. Brother Buster is very proud of his father and hopes to be just like him when he grows up. He often invites his friends over to play miniature golf in the backyard. Sister Scarlet is full of wit and charm. Her favourite times are spent sipping tea like a grown up and baking cookies with her mother." Mulberry Raccoon Family
A little hard to find. Available in the US as a sidecar set.
"Father Elma Mulberry is a very jovial chap, who just loves telling funny stories and jokes. Mother Mae's motto is 'waste not want not'. Sister Candy is a gentle, softly spoken little girl who loves writing. Brother Ike has 'wanderlust'. The problem is that he has absolutely no sense of direction!" Vandyke Otter Family
Non-US.
"Father Ebb Vandyke lives with the rest of the family on the 'Rose of Sylvania' travelling up and down the river chatting to everyone he meets. Mother Flo helps to navigate the 'Rose of Sylvania', but her main job is teaching everybody, no matter how old, how to swim. Brother Brook is forever in trouble, not because he's naughty, but just plain nosey. Spring Vandyke is very artistic and is responsible for all the decorations on the 'Rose of Sylvania'." Bouquet Skunk Family
Discontinued.
"Father Stilton Bouquet and his wife Rosemary run a pampering business. It does very well because he has a wonderful, soft French accent that the ladies think is ‘ever so romantic’. Mother Rosemary is the business brains behind the pampering service, making sure all the clientele are being looked after. Brother Sage also works in the family business cleaning and tidying, but only at weekends and after he has finished all his homework. Sister Jasmin Bouquet loves perfume and is always trying out all the different brands at the shops. Her dream is to create one of her own perfumes." |
Others
There have been many kinds of Calico Critters beyond those listed here, including ducks and frogs, but they have been discontinued for a long time.
Hopper Kangaroo Family
"Father Bruce Springer runs the Sylvanian Cricket Club and is also the captain of the team. Mother Shelia is a great all round sportswoman and is especially good at netball. Sister Joanne, like the rest of her family, is sports mad. Her favourite activity is running; to be precise, long distance running. Baby Joey loves to play bat and ball with his father, Bruce. He usually misses the ball with the bat, which makes both him and his daddy laugh."
De Burg Penguin Family
Hard to find. Currently only being sold officially as triplets.
"Father Louis de Burg runs a specialist catering company providing all your needs. Mother Perma is the maitradee in the family catering business, taking the bookings and ensuring the customers enjoy their meal. Brother Frost is the waiter in the family business, when he is not working hard at school or playing football with his friends. Sister Storm is top of her class at mathematics, lucky, because she runs the company accounts in her spare time after school." |
Darwin Monkey Family
Non-US.
"Father Geoff Darwin knows more about nature than anyone in Sylvania. He is a famous botanist and spends his days in the forest searching for flowers and plants. Mother Shirley carefully draws the plants and flowers her husband brings home each day. Brother Simion Darwin is far too energetic to be interested in plants or drawing. Sister Katie is almost as active as her brother. As one of the best gymnasts in Sylvania she spends her days swinging on bars, balancing on beams and somersaulting over the floor. " |
Long-Discontinued Varieties
If you're interested in seeing past Calico Critters that are no longer readily available, visit Sylvanian Families.net. To tell the truth, though, Sylvanian Families have only been around since 1985; the above list of available species pretty much covers it. The only other species, as far as I know, have been ducks, frogs, and owls. (And fairies, if you can count them, but uh... :/ )