About Us

Welcome to McCuddles, a small company UK company started in 2025 with a big mission: bringing hugs to you when you need them the most. A hug isn’t just a gesture; it’s science. Hugging releases oxytocin, the "love hormone" known to reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and boost immunity.Our toys are thoughtfully designed to replicate this soothing effect using Deep Pressure Stimulation, a proven therapeutic technique that activates the parasympathetic nervous system, helping your body enter a calm, “rest and digest” state.

We’re not just here to sell comfort, we’re here to support your mental health journey. To create a supportive community and build compassionate knowledge for anyone navigating anxiety, stress, fear, worry, and other mental health challenges.Through our blog and newsletter, we share evidence-based techniques, self-care tips, and soothing practices that can help you. Read some of the ways we have helped our clients feel safer, calmer and happier. Or read some of our blogs here.

We hope McCuddles brings you the warmth and support you deserve — whenever you need it most.

With care,
The McCuddles Team

Hey there!

My name is Callum.

I started McCuddles with my partner Shailja. I was told to put this image on here so you know who you are buying from. So hey!

We started McCuddles as I wanted to have a way to provide Shailja with comfort and support when I was not around.

This is also the reason the first animal we produced where cows, (they are her favourite). Highland Cows in particular as I am part Scottish and we travelled to Scotland together and I promised to show her some while we where there. We managed to (although there are harder to see than you would think) and thus our first animal was an easy choice.

We are busy working on a number of different McCuddles animals you should keep an eye out for. Let us know your favourite animals and what you would like to see from us next! We will continue to keep working on bringing cuddles to you.