The first surgical procedure he had ever performed had been sewing up the torn leg of Kukalaka, his favorite plush bear, at the age of five.

Large rabbit-like creatures with huge ears and flowers on their heads, they were sold as plush 'teddy bears.'

Travelodge used to give out free toy plush "sleepy bears" to any guest staying in the Sleepy Bear Den.

The line of plush bears and rabbits was a hugely popular success, and in 1993 Boyds introduced the first resin bears.

Because most of those competitors, even the teenagers, are living quasi-adult lives away from home, they don't have much use for bagsful of plush bears.

At the shrine, a purple plush snake is wrapped around the lamppost, with six plastic bouquets and two plush bears.

Featuring a canopy with enchanting plush bears and a comforting Baby Module, nap time is sure to be peaceful, no matter what time of day.

Donald's plush bear and henchman.

One step behind his captain, he headed for the turbolift, the confused Klingon right behind him saying in bewilderment, "A plush yellow bear?"

Sparkler (Pillow Pal), a plush bear made by Ty, Inc.