Chuck it. Don't let your dog chew it. My little Maltese chewed this ball into pieces within minutes. She loves balls and playing fetch but, she also enjoys chewing on the balls. I thought this would be better to throw inside then the other brand that I purchase (made of rubber). It's hard to play ball outside right now due to the foot and half of snow. She goes outside and I can't see her..she's covered in snow and with her being white. Well, it's best to throw the ball inside right now. I guess I'll stick with the rubber balls.