I have been ordering these for my Cane Corso since he was a baby. He's almost 6 now and has never once destroyed a Mr Bill. He carries, cuddles and loves them like a best friend. They do wear out from his slobber though. He also uses them to talk as well. If my husband and I kiss or hug he always grabs his Mr Bill and squeezes it to say OH NO !!! It's the funniest thing. Sadly though, the last 2 we've opened for him have been duds. No talking. He still loves his bud Bill but gets upset when he won't talk. I will continue to order and hope that whoever fills orders does check to make sure they works