I bought this toy as a gift for a beekeeper, since I think it's so adorable.However, his German Shepherd decided that it was HIS dog toy, and has been chewing on it & playing with it ever since. My friend tells me it's held up very well to all the chewing.He says he just puts the toy in the washer & dryer when it gets dirty, and it comes out looking like new. Until his dog gets hold of it again, of course...Recommended as a dog gift or beekeeper gift!