This ball is my dog, Chloe, all time favorite Ball! I tried to buy different balls, but she wants nothing to do with them. I originally bought this ball for her on her 1st birthday and it lasted for 3 years later. When it eventually ripped, I blame my husband for playing tug a war, she still preferred this ball. I was so thankful when I found it on !!! BEST BALL EVER! (According to Chloe)