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manga/manhwa about human(ish) characters that are part-time animals, transformed pets, reincarnated beasts (magical or otherwise), or mysterious creatures! either a protagonist, sidekick, or love interest, they temporarily disguise themselves as, were, or become an animal that is perceived (initially or throughout) as a separate creature to their humanoid form by a protagonist, side character, or the general public.

for regular non-human supernatural pets manga protagonists have been keeping in their homes, please see my other stack!

(updating!!)

Not on MAL:
I Was Supposed to Be Reincarnated as Fenrir, but No Matter How You Look At It, I'm a Shiba Inu by Saku & Rokusho Rokurota
'Tarou, an office worker, saves a wolf-like creature from being run over by a truck and loses his life. When he arrives in another world, a capricious goddess reincarnates him as Fenrir, the strongest holy wolf on the inside and a Shiba Inu on the outside. Taro meets Princess Sophia, who has been praying to Fenrir, believing him to be the messenger of salvation, and sets off on an adventurous journey...?!'

The Magical Cat Ghee by Daitaro NISHIHARA & Stren Japamanga
'In Durhein, known as the "Country of Beauty," magicians governed under the peaceful rule of King Al-Aktha. One day, a strange light fell from the heavens, turning all the magicians into cats. From thenceforth, magic was oppressed. No one knows why such a terrible thing happened. The world's only hope is one once known as the "Magician of the East;" now just a cat called Ghee. Ghee and his companions set out on a long, tireless journey to bring back a world filled with hope...'

Emperor's Dog by Nam Do-gyeom
'I was reincarnated into another world after an unexpected accident. Am I the emperor's daughter? Or the duke's daughter? When I opened my eyes with a pounding heart, what I saw before my eyes was a white, soft puppy's paw. Since this is how I came to be, I had to find a way to live. There was only one thing this small, insignificant puppy could do. That was... "If you just raise me, I will definitely repay the favor, Your Majesty!" "Very well, I will take you with me." "What a wonderful choice, Your Majesty. It is a choice you will never regret!" The path of a traitor who clings to those in power. That is my path! I will boil the emperor and give him a comfortable and cozy life as a puppy, and I will also find a way to become a human!'

Don't Mess With the Puppy! by AKEO STUDIO, Duuhaem, Marine Code & Ilju
'After being abandoned by his parents when young, Gyun Heesung grew up in a casino. For the sake of his hyung who took him in, he doesn't hesitate to put himself in harm's way. However, after an ambush, he finds himself injured and transformed back into his dog form; a small white bichon frise. And upon waking up, Gyun Heesung suddenly became the pet dog of a predatory wolf; Yoon Chi Young, head of the infamous wolf clan, who has taken him thinking he's a stray. Though he now lives being showered with wholehearted care and affection, their cohabitation is somewhat unsettling; a story about a doggy that wants to run away from a carnivorous wolf, and a wolf who's completely smitten by said dog.'

titles that feature animated dolls, toys, golems, androids, AIs, magical constructs, or robots as characters either imitating humans, becoming humans, or learning how to understand the complexities of human emotions. characters must be main cast or feature predominantly in the story. humans masquerading as dolls or robots may also be considered!

(updating!!)

not on MAL:
Puppet by YinFu
'After having lost his son many years ago, an elderly carpenter seeks to reunite with him by reviving him as a wooden puppet. While they live happily together in a peaceful village, their newfound lives would all be disrupted when news of a serial killer erupts. What challenges will they face now?'

Sounashi no Ningyou by Fuyujima Kure
'Dolls, similar to robots, are an essential part of everyday life in this world. Dolls shaped like horses pull carriages, while others are pets. Doll doctors are in short supply, and though she is young, Mercia is one of the best. When her master asks her to visit a friend's house, she meets a doll who looks like a child, another that is a murderous warrior, and a man who covers his burns with doll parts. Together, they begin a quest to recover the 76 dolls of the mysterious Nimo, in order to create the ultimate, original doll.'

Android Box Oneshot by Ike Junko
'An heiress and an emotion-capable android try to escape her father's guards.'

manga and manhwa featuring plushies, stuffed animals, sewing, knitting, and other related crafts as a major theme and/or character (and the occasional doll too)!

Not on MAL, untranslated:
Oneuldo Handmade!
Gal ga Sylvanian Family wo Dekiai Shitara
Oimo-san no Sutenai Seikatsu
Doll Master by Ihara Yuji
Hina Dolly Collection by Watanabe Yoshitomo
Kekkon Dekinai ni wa Wake ga Aru by Murasaki (邑咲奇) [has a J-Drama]

Not on MAL, translated:
Nuigurumi no Oisha-sama
The Abandoned Toy by HANEUL

Notes:
Wakaba no Rhapsody is an anthology series featuring Hoshi no Ohariko, a gorgeously illustrated short story about star seamstresses.

Koisuru Teddy Boy's first three chapters contains a short story that features a plush character.

‼️Fukigen na Doudou is 18+!

⚠️⚠️⚠️ Sekine-kun no Koi features knitting as a theme, but be aware of TW’s! Manga covers very serious topics regarding the MC. Take care of yourselves, folks!