First off, let me just say – this Shiba Inu plush family is ADORABLE overload! The moment I unboxed them (yes, they come vacuum-packed and a bit flat), I knew I was in for a treat. After some fluffing (pro tip: toss them in the dryer for 10 mins!), the whole corgi family puffed up into the most huggable squad.

The momma dog's secret zipper pouch revealing four tiny puppies? Absolute genius. My niece squealed when she discovered them – it's like a never-ending cute surprise. The gray and brown color variation makes each pup unique, and their expressions are so anime-kawaii it hurts.

Quality-wise, these plushies are winners. The synthetic polyester fiber feels luxuriously soft – like petting an actual fluffy corgi butt. PP cotton filling gives them perfect squish without losing shape (important for pillow mode!). Though fair warning – one reviewer mentioned a tail needing reinforcement, so maybe avoid overly enthusiastic tail-pulling sessions.

Functionality? 10/10. We've used the big one as: a couch pillow during movie nights, a lumbar support during WFH sessions, and my personal favorite – an impromptu nap pillow that miraculously survived drool stains. The pups? Perfect hand-sized stress relievers that mysteriously migrate to every room in the house.

Minor gripe: The 15.8" momma size is great for hugging but slightly small as a full-body pillow for adults. Kids however can easily carry her around like the proud parent of four very well-behaved plush puppies.

Final verdict: Whether you're buying for kids, pet lovers, or yourself (no judgment), this set delivers absurd amounts of joy per square inch of fluff. Just be prepared for everyone fighting over who gets to cuddle the brown puppy with the extra derpy face!