A TY Gingerbread plushie aptly named "Cookie" has become an overnight sensation, all thanks to a now-viral social media post.

"In the 1990s, hysteria over Ty Inc's $5 plush toys fed a wave of theft, fraud and market manipulation. Values soared - then ...

I was dubious that we really needed yet another plush toy, but after Gus (Chihuahua-poodle mix, 18 pounds) loved playing with the Outward Hound Hide A Squirrel at a friend's place, I had to get one.