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Devices are provided that can be positioned on a user's lap and, when so positioned, provide a stable, comfortable surface to support a pet. The devices include a resilient body configured to be positioned around the user's thighs and having a central supporting surface.

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1. A device comprising: a body, formed of a resilient material, the body comprising a central support portion having an upper surface that includes a generally planar region, and a lower surface;a wedge-shaped element removably mounted on the lower surface; and a pair of wing portions, disposed on o

1. A device comprising: a body, formed of a resilient material, the body comprising a central support portion having an upper surface that includes a generally planar region, and a lower surface;a wedge-shaped element removably mounted on the lower surface; and a pair of wing portions, disposed on opposite sides of the central supporting portion;wherein the lower surface of the central support portion and inner surfaces of the wing portions define a generally U-shaped cavity dimensioned to be positioned over a user's thighs. 2. The device of claim 1 wherein the body further comprises a rim extending around a circumference of the central support portion. 3. The device of claim 2 wherein the rim extends at least 10 mm from the upper surface. 4. The device of claim 2 wherein the rim defines a recessed area. 5. The device of claim 4 further comprising a topper configured to be removably received in the recessed area. 6. The device of claim 5 wherein the topper is formed of a flexible material. 7. The device of claim 5 wherein the topper is formed of a rigid material. 8. The device of claim 4 wherein the rim has a height of from about 10 to 30 mm. 9. The device of claim 1 wherein the resilient material comprises a foam. 10. The device of claim 9 wherein the foam has a foam density of from about 3 to 4 pounds per cubic foot. 11. The device of claim 9 wherein the foam has a firmness of from about 40 to 60 IFD. 12. The device of claim 9 wherein the foam comprises a polyurethane. 13. The device of claim 1 wherein the wing portions have a length of at least 5 cm. 14. The device of claim 1 wherein the upper surface of the central support portion includes a curved edge. 15. The device of claim 1 wherein the central support portion has a thickness, measured from the upper surface to the lower surface, of at least 25 mm. 16. The device of claim 1 wherein the body further includes a plurality of heat-dissipating channels. 17. The device of claim 16 wherein the heat dissipating channels are positioned to align with the tops of a user's thighs when the device is in use. 18. A method comprising: positioning a device on the lap of a human, the device comprising a body, formed of a resilient material, the body comprising (a) a central support portion having an upper surface that includes a generally planar region, and a lower surface; and (b) a pair of wing portions, disposed on opposite sides of the central supporting portion; wherein the lower surface of the central support portion and inner surfaces of the wing portions define a generally U-shaped cavity that us positioned over the human's thighs;positioning a removable wedge-shaped element, mounted on the lower surface, between the human's thighs; andpositioning an animal on the upper surface of the central support portion. 19. The method of claim 18, further comprising placing a topper in a recessed area of the upper surface prior to positioning the animal on the upper surface. 20. The device of claim 1 wherein the wedge element is formed of a foam. 21. The device of claim 1 wherein the wedge element is mounted on the lower surface using hook and loop fasteners.