We gave Cutter (6 yr old swiss mtn mutt) S-S-Stretch for Christmas this past year. He LOVES it. We play tug-of-war almost daily, and S-S-Stretch still squeaks and is still perfectly intact. I didn't think it was possible to find a toy that was made in America by a great company, that he would love so much, and that would withstand so much vigorous play. "Snake" is Cutter's best Christmas gift ever! Thanks!