An article for supporting a pet in the lap area of a caregiver includes a cushion specially adapted to conform to the abdominal torso of a caregiver and a strap specially adapted to maintain the cushion in conforming position about the abdominal torso of the caregiver. In use, the provided article is positioned about the abdominal torso of the caregiver, the strap is placed about the lumbar region of the caregiver and tightened in place and a pet, such as a dog or cat, is placed atop the cushion.
