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Meet this wonderfully hairy, magnificently many-legged and completely fascinating Tarantula — your new Wild Republic Cuddlekins companion for anyone who has always known that spiders deserve far more love than they get. The tarantula is one of the most misunderstood and genuinely extraordinary animals in the world — those eight beautifully detailed legs covered in the most wonderfully tactile soft fur, that gorgeous colouring in rich black, warm orange and earthy brown, that broad and surprisingly endearing body — and this beautifully detailed 12" Cuddlekins version captures all of that wonderful tarantula energy in the most surprisingly soft and huggable form. At 173 grams and 12 inches from leg to leg, this is a tarantula with genuine presence — big enough to be impressive, soft enough to be completely irresistible.
Perfect for neurodivergent children and adults, anxious kids, or anyone who has always felt a deep, genuine connection with the animals that the rest of the world overlooks, misunderstands, or unfairly fears. The tarantula is patient, precise, extraordinarily capable, and deeply misunderstood — it moves through the world quietly and independently, entirely on its own terms, with a fascinating complexity that most people never take the time to appreciate. This is the ESSA for the spider lover, the bug enthusiast, the person who has always rooted for the underdog and the one who knows that the most interesting creatures are often the most misunderstood. Harmless but hairy, and absolutely perfect.
Did you know? Despite their fearsome reputation, most tarantulas are remarkably docile, and their venom is generally no more harmful to humans than a bee sting. They are also surprisingly long-lived — female tarantulas can live for up to 30 years, making them one of the longest-living spiders on earth.
We ship from Adelaide, South Australia with love. We aim for orders to be processed within 1-3 business days.
Australia
Metro areas are generally faster. Regional and remote locations may take a little longer.
International
We ship to most countries internationally. Shipping times vary by destination and carrier.
Please note: international orders may be subject to import duties or taxes charged by your country's customs authority. These charges are the responsibility of the recipient and are not included in your order total.
Returns & Exchanges
We want you to love your Little Paws order. If something isn't right, we are here to help.
Change of mind returns
We accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Items must be in their original packaging and in the same condition as received. Please email hello@littlepawsplushies.com to begin your return.
Please note:
International returns
International customers are responsible for all return shipping costs. Please note that if a parcel is returned to us due to unpaid customs duties or taxes, we will refund the product cost only — original shipping fees are non-refundable.
Faulty or damaged items
Please email us hello@littlepawsplushies.com
Frequently Asked Questions
An Emotional Support Stuffed Animal is a plushie that provides genuine comfort, emotional regulation and sensory support for neurodivergent children and adults, anxious kids and anyone who needs something soft to hold onto. Our ESSAs come with optional vests and accessories that signal their important role. Similar to how an assistance dog wears a vest. They are for anyone carrying big feelings, of any age.
Every product page includes a sizing guide in the description with direct links to the right size vest, boots, clothing and collar and leash for that specific plushie. Check the Accessory Size Guide section above. If you are still unsure, email us at hello@littlepawsplushies.com and we will help you choose.
Yes — we ship internationally to most countries from Adelaide, South Australia. Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your order's weight. Please note that international orders may be subject to import duties or taxes charged by your country. UK orders under £135 are duty-free. USA tariffs are charged at checkout. We are unable to ship to Russia or Ukraine.
We accept returns and exchanges within 30 days of delivery. Items must be in their original packaging and in the same condition as received. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer and original shipping fees are non-refundable. If your item arrives faulty or damaged, we will cover all return shipping costs. Email hello@littlepawsplushies.com to begin a return.
Most plushies in our range are surface wash only — wipe gently with a damp cloth and allow to air dry. Do not machine wash or immerse in water. Warmies should never be immersed in water — surface clean only with a lightly damp cloth. Check the product description for specific care instructions for your plushie.
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