A dog-shaped pillow cut in tailored plaid, an object with a sense of humor that keeps a straight face.

Silhouette first, personality second. In tan plaid or black plaid, it sits on the library chair, the end of the bed or the shelf where the dogs already live in spirit.

For the friend whose dog runs the household, a housewarming with a wink, or a stocking for someone who owns every dog book already. Or for you, and the dog.