Slinky Dog is a wooden toy dachshund who speaks with a graveled Southern accent. Slinky acts very much so like an actual dog. He is nice, playful, likes to be petted, growls or barks at something he doesn't like, hides when afraid, and is very loyal to Woody, who is shown to reciprocate his feelings and is often seen petting him, comforting him, and playing checkers with him. This sometimes leads to him looking like a kiss-up toward Woody. Due to his older-looking appearance, he is seen to be very relaxed and calm.