Real is usually better than copy. A real dollar bill is better than a photocopied dollar bill. A real diamond is better than a cubic zirconia. But allow me to make an exception: A real spider of this size would not be the first thing I'd like to nuzzle. It just wouldn't. I'll stick with the plush version.

• Specs: 8(w) x 7.5(d) x 3.5(h) inches. Polyester fiber, ages 0 and up!