How many pieces are in the Year of the Dog?

Year of the Dog contains 156 pieces.

When was the Year of the Dog released?

Year of the Dog was released in 2018.

🏛 Chinese (Lunar) New Year

Set #40235

Year of the Dog

Year of the Dog is an adorable and culturally relevant LEGO set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 7+ · Beginner build Great for kids and adults who enjoy small, character-based models
Build: 156 pieces · about 1.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $9.99 list price · 6.4¢ per piece
Availability: Retired at LEGO

★★★☆☆ 3.9 community rating from 100 ratings

Fans appreciate the cute design and cultural relevance, but some find the set a bit small for the price. The build is enjoyable and straightforward, making it a good display piece for Lunar New Year celebrations.

$9.99

Best Price

$106.99

📝 Our Take

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Year of the Dog is an adorable and culturally relevant LEGO set. Released in 2018 to celebrate the Lunar New Year, this set captures the charm of the zodiac animal with clever part usage and a delightful color scheme.

This set is perfect for LEGO collectors interested in seasonal or cultural builds. The small piece count makes it a quick and satisfying build, ideal for adding a touch of festive cheer to your display.

Skip this if you prefer larger, more complex models or aren't interested in the Lunar New Year theme. Consider other LEGO animals or larger Chinese New Year sets for a more substantial building experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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156

Pieces

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1.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and fun construction
Uses curved slopes to create a smooth, organic shape
Bright colors enhance the playful design
Compact size makes it easy to display

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⏳ Retired

The Year of the Dog set is a retired seasonal set, which typically tend to appreciate in value due to their limited availability. While not a massive set, its cultural significance and relatively low original price point make it an accessible investment. The stable price trend suggests consistent demand. However, its smaller size and piece count may limit its potential for significant returns compared to larger, more exclusive sets. Keep in mind that the Lunar New Year theme is popular, which could drive up value over time.

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Compared to other Lunar New Year sets, the Year of the Dog is smaller and more affordable, making it a great entry point to the theme. Sets like the Lunar New Year Lion Dance (80104-1) offer a more elaborate and interactive experience but come at a higher price. If you prefer brick-built animals, consider the LEGO Creator 3-in-1 sets for alternative models.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 156
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 46 unique parts, 156 pieces

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 1× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 11211 4× Tan

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 3× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 6× Dark Orange

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14419 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 14704 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 14769pr1003 2× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 3× White

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 15068 11× Dark Orange

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 4× Red

Brick Sloped 45° ...

Part #: 15672 2× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18649 1× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Round Half ...

Part #: 22888 2× Bright Green

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 22890 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2420 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 24201 2× White

Plant, Leaves 4 x 3

Part #: 2423 2× Green

Part #: 3002 1× White

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× Dark Orange

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 2× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 5× Dark Orange

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 3× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 6× Dark Orange

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 2× Blue

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Dark Orange

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 4× White

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Red

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 2× White

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Dark Orange

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 1× White

Plant, Flower, Pl...

Part #: 33291 4× Red

Brick 1 x 3

Part #: 3622 2× White

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Tan

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 3× White

Brick Sloped Inve...

Part #: 3665 2× White

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3679 1× Light Bluish Gray

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3680 1× Red

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3700 1× White

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× White

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 1× Dark Orange

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 2× Tan

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 1× Blue

Wedge Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 51739 1× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 4× Dark Orange

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 2× White

Envelope, 2018 Ye...

Part #: 6197321 1× [No Color/Any Color]

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 63868 2× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 3× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 2× Dark Orange

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 87580 4× Dark Tan

Brick Curved 4 x ...

Part #: 93273 1× White

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 98100 1× White

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 1× Black

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 4× Pearl Gold

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 99206 9× White

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99781 1× White

The set features a good selection of curved slopes in dark orange and white, useful for creating organic shapes in MOCs. The printed eye tiles add character to the model and are valuable for custom character builds.