Are the viral highland cow and chubby seal plushies legit or scams?

This is a real concern flagged across r/Scams, r/IsItBullshit, and r/mildlyinfuriating: many viral cow and seal plush listings are bootlegs or come from sketchy storefronts with tracking problems. Buyers are advised to order from major retailers with strong return policies rather than unfamiliar standalone sites.