This animal looked exactly like the description. Absolutely feels amazing to my daughter. She’s in so much more comfort than what she was before and honestly, I thank you.
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Brave Border Collie | Little Paws Plushies | Big Paws
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Description
Meet Brave — your new beautifully detailed, deeply devoted Border Collie companion and the very first plushie in the Little Paws Plushies own brand range. Brave is not just any plushie — he was born from the pages of Brave The ESSA, the beloved Little Paws picture book, and he carries all of that wonderful story with him. That gorgeous black and white coat with beautifully realistic markings, those bright, intelligent eyes that seem to take in absolutely everything at once, those soft floppy ears, those beautifully embroidered paw pads that are a signature Little Paws detail you won't find anywhere else — and tummy beans that give Brave a wonderfully grounded, satisfying weight that makes him feel genuinely real to hold. At 665 grams and 60cm long, Big Paws Brave is a seriously substantial and deeply impressive ESSA — one of the heaviest and most present plushies in the entire range.
This is the ESSA that started it all. The first Little Paws own-brand plushie, designed with the ESSA community at heart, made to the highest possible standard and already loved by hundreds of families across Australia and beyond. Border Collies are famously the most intelligent breed in the world — deeply intuitive, fiercely loyal and completely devoted to the people they love. Brave brings all of that wonderful, watchful, completely dedicated Border Collie energy wherever he goes.
Meet Brave in the book — shop Brave The ESSA here.
Looking for a smaller Brave? Shop the Little Paws size here.
- Size: 60cm / 23" long — one of the largest and most substantial plushies in the range
- Weight: 665 grams
- Features: embroidered paw pads, tummy beans for extra grounding weight
- Brand: Little Paws Plushies — our very own brand, designed with the ESSA community
- Age range: 24 months+
- ESSA ready: Add a vest, boots or collar and leash to make Brave a fully equipped Emotional Support Stuffed Animal (sold separately)
Size guide — compatible accessories
- Vest/Harness: Small — Shop Vests
- Boots: Large — Shop Boots
- Clothing: Large — Shop Clothes
- Collar & Leash: One size — Shop Collars & Leashes
Shipping
We ship from Adelaide, South Australia with love. We aim for orders to be processed within 1-3 business days.
Australia
- Standard shipping — 2-6 business days
- Express shipping — 1-3 business days
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.
- UK orders under £135 are duty-free
- USA orders — tariffs are calculated and charged at checkout
Returns
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:
- Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer
- Original shipping fees are non-refundable
- Refunds or exchanges are processed once we receive the returned item
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
1. What is an Emotional Support Stuffed Animal (ESSA)?
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.
2. What size accessories fit this plushie?
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.
3. Do you ship internationally?
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.
4. What is your returns policy?
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.
5. How do I wash my plushie?
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.
More questions? See our full FAQ