Parents were effusive with their praise of Pawz The Calming Pup. From the Pawz name to the concept behind it and the execution, every aspect drew raves. Mindfulness and developing your emotional IQ are just as important as any other skill. Parents were more than thrilled to discover this toy to help their children better understand their feelings and harness the ability to regulate and calm themselves when feeling disturbed. The instructions are exceptionally clear and share the type of breathing each Pawz color indicates. The shades of color are relaxing, and the puppy’s face simply makes you smile. However, the most impactful aspect of Pawz is how strong the calming element is. Multiple breathing modes teach your child to take a breath in as the light gets brighter, then hold it for a few seconds before breathing out as the color fades. Even though PAWZ himself is made of plastic rather than something plush and snuggly, the plastic is soft and smooth and feels like a stress reliever ball. Pawz is a perfect size for a child’s hands and is easy to transport if you want to take it in the car or on a trip. It also serves as a night light which comes in handy while traveling. The rechargeable battery was seen as icing on the cake.