I bought this tug toy for my 9 month old labradoodle puppy, and it is my new favorite toy! She has had it a week now, and there are no rips, tears, teeth marks...nothing to indicate that we play tug hard with this toy! I have arthritis in my hands, and ropes are difficult to hold, but not this! Thanks a million for making a product that is standing up to my puppy, and easy on my hands!