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product_id: 3926969
title: "Melissa & Doug Giant German Shepherd - Lifelike Stuffed Animal Dog (Over 2 feet Tall)"
brand: "melissa & doug"
price: "R17463"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Melissa & Doug"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3926969-melissa-and-doug-giant-german-shepherd-lifelike-stuffed-animal-dog
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 31 inches tall - life-sized presence Strong internal frame - upright & stable Easy spot clean - low maintenance Melissa & Doug Giant German Shepherd - Lifelike Stuffed Animal Dog (Over 2 feet Tall)

**Brand:** melissa & doug
**Price:** R17463
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐾 Bring home the giant German Shepherd everyone’s talking about—because real love deserves real size!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Melissa & Doug Giant German Shepherd - Lifelike Stuffed Animal Dog (Over 2 feet Tall) by melissa & doug
- **How much does it cost?** R17463 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3926969-melissa-and-doug-giant-german-shepherd-lifelike-stuffed-animal-dog)

## Best For

- melissa & doug enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted melissa & doug brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Soft-Touch Luxury:** Premium cuddly coat crafted for endless snuggles and tactile delight.
- • **Built to Sit Pretty:** Durable internal frame ensures your furry friend stays perfectly poised—no slouching allowed.
- • **Gift of Timeless Comfort:** A perfect present for dog lovers craving companionship without the cleanup.
- • **Life-Sized Cuddle Companion:** Over 2 feet of plush German Shepherd realism to elevate your space and heart.
- • **Screen-Free Imagination Booster:** Encourages hands-on play and storytelling for ages 3 to 103—because creativity never retires.

## Overview

Melissa & Doug’s Giant German Shepherd is a 31-inch tall, lifelike stuffed animal featuring a soft, cuddly coat and a sturdy internal frame that keeps it sitting upright. Designed for ages 3 and up, it offers a screen-free, imaginative play experience and doubles as a heartfelt gift for dog lovers seeking a realistic, low-maintenance companion.

## Description

Product Description This giant plush German Shepherd dog is almost like having the real thing…without the clean-up! The gorgeous, life-sized Shepherd has life-like features, amazing details, and a soft, cuddly coat. With its cocked head, and adorable expression, the plush dog makes a great companion for animal lovers. It's beautifully constructed of superior materials including soft, furry fabric and a strong internal frame that keeps the dog sitting upright. Measuring 31 inches long, it's approximately two feet high from its paws up to its adorable floppy ears. Kids can snuggle up to the dog during story time and let their imaginations go on wonderful adventures. They can even read a story to their soft and fuzzy friend. You don't have to be a little kid to enjoy the Melissa & Doug German Shepherd Giant Stuffed Animal -- it makes a great companion and delightful gift for kids ages three to 103. (Not intended as a seat or ride-on.) From the Manufacturer From classic wooden toys to crafts, pretend play, and games, Melissa & Doug products provide a launch pad to ignite imagination and a sense of wonder in all children so they can discover themselves, their passions, and their purpose. Since the company’s founding more than 25 years ago, Melissa & Doug has consistently delivered innovative products that inspire open-ended thinking, encourage kids to see new possibilities, and offer Countless Ways to Play. It’s part of a bigger vision to Take Back Childhood. Because by giving children a true childhood with the space and freedom to explore their world, we give them a path to realizing their full potential!

Review: Almost like the Real Deal! Very Sweet Stuffy!! - I lost my beloved German Shepherd Thor to cancer this last February. He was larger than life and filled my days with so much happiness. I wanted to keep his collar and have a token to remember him by and snuggle with until I can muster the courage to be a dog mom again. This stuffy is 100% so impressive. It's soft, sits up on it's own and is quite well made. You can see in the picture that it's wearing my old dogs collar which gives you an idea of size. He was 98lbs so his neck was quite large. The collar fits the doll perfectly. It startled me for the 1st few days when I would see it out of the corner of my eye and thought he was in the house. I wasn't the only one because I heard a friend yell out "Oh- Thor!" and then laughter when she realized she had been punked by a stuffed animal. So I clearly am not the only one. This is a very special stuffy- it is very cuddly. Buy with confidence. It's well made and very attractive.
Review: Very realistic looking; great for dog training - I’m a CPDT-KA dog trainer. I got this along with an extra leash to use as a decoy dog when working with dog-reactive dogs. To this day it has been convincing enough to every single dog I’ve used it around. It is kinda strenuous “hopping” it around on the leash since it can’t move itself (lol), but it really does look real. I even keep the tag on the ear since I bought it so that if I have it in my car, people will see the tag and not break my windows thinking I left a dog in the heat. My boyfriend thinks it’s creepy and so does my cat, lol. Size: Same size as the dog it is mimicking Functionality: Used as a training tool with other dogs Value for money: it feels very sturdy and well made, and has held up well through multiple training sessions both indoors and outside.

## Features

- Gorgeous, life-sized plush German Shepherd dog, sure to be a family favorite for years to come
- Life-like features, details, and a soft cuddly coat
- Strong internal frame keeps dog sitting upright
- Spot clean with a damp cloth
- Makes a great gift for dog lovers, ages 3 to 103, for hands-on, screen-free play

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0006IRT78 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #92,175 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #3,992 in Stuffed Animals & Teddy Bears |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (767) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 5 pounds |
| Item model number | 2114 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Melissa & Doug |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 3 years and up |
| Product Dimensions | 35 x 14 x 33 inches |
| Release date | December 14, 2021 |

## Images

![Melissa & Doug Giant German Shepherd - Lifelike Stuffed Animal Dog (Over 2 feet Tall) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81cHo8qQ7BL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Would this German shepherd be good for a vet to do a cpr and Heimlich demonstration along with how to listen to the heart and lungs with a stethoscop?**
A: I'm no doctor, but I think it would be fine for demonstration purposes.

**Q: What does the toy do ?Why  needs batteries**
A: It doesn’t need batteries it’s a stuffed dog

**Q: Is This German Made?**
A: Hi! Although German Shepherds were originally bred in Germany, our German Shepherd is currently made in China. All of our toys are clearly marked with their country of origin and, regardless of where they are made, they must meet our high standards of quality and safety. If you have any other questions, please give us a call on Monday: 800-284-3948. Talk to you soon!

**Q: Is it all stuffed or does it have hard pieces in it**
A: It is mostly stuffed but does have some harder pieces in the feet and head. It does not change position at all, but it is great! Kids can definitely hug/snuggle it. And it is huge/lifelike as pictured.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Almost like the Real Deal! Very Sweet Stuffy!!
*by G***G on August 2, 2025*

I lost my beloved German Shepherd Thor to cancer this last February. He was larger than life and filled my days with so much happiness. I wanted to keep his collar and have a token to remember him by and snuggle with until I can muster the courage to be a dog mom again. This stuffy is 100% so impressive. It's soft, sits up on it's own and is quite well made. You can see in the picture that it's wearing my old dogs collar which gives you an idea of size. He was 98lbs so his neck was quite large. The collar fits the doll perfectly. It startled me for the 1st few days when I would see it out of the corner of my eye and thought he was in the house. I wasn't the only one because I heard a friend yell out "Oh- Thor!" and then laughter when she realized she had been punked by a stuffed animal. So I clearly am not the only one. This is a very special stuffy- it is very cuddly. Buy with confidence. It's well made and very attractive.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very realistic looking; great for dog training
*by H***R on July 12, 2025*

I’m a CPDT-KA dog trainer. I got this along with an extra leash to use as a decoy dog when working with dog-reactive dogs. To this day it has been convincing enough to every single dog I’ve used it around. It is kinda strenuous “hopping” it around on the leash since it can’t move itself (lol), but it really does look real. I even keep the tag on the ear since I bought it so that if I have it in my car, people will see the tag and not break my windows thinking I left a dog in the heat. My boyfriend thinks it’s creepy and so does my cat, lol. Size: Same size as the dog it is mimicking Functionality: Used as a training tool with other dogs Value for money: it feels very sturdy and well made, and has held up well through multiple training sessions both indoors and outside.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This life like German shepherd dog is beautiful
*by M***Y on December 16, 2022*

Melissa and Doug have a reputation as repping excellent quality items and this plush German shepherd life like dog toy is definitely a quality item. I really don’t know why I purchased it other than it was on sale and I love dogs. I’m really too old to have plush animals however I really really like this beautiful toy. So far I have been looking for the perfect place to put her and she is currently watching over my hallway. The proportions are very close to a real dog and after loosing my k9 companion a couple of months ago I have to admit that it felt good to touch this beautiful plush dog. My remaining real live German shepherd does not have a problem with this toy. I simply introduced them the same asi would if the dog was a real living breathing dog. The sniffing began and then all was good . My real dog doesn’t mind having this life size dog in the house and she has left it alone and hasn’t chewed on it at all. I’m very very happy with this purchase and if I had someone who would love it, I would absolutely give as gifts. I have thought about buying this and some realistic looking plug kitties for my local nursing home as I’m pretty confident that this would be an awesome addition to the memory care patients. I know that my gifting of plush kitties and nice baby dolls have been well received. I would definitely purchase again and this is definitely gift worthy.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-22*