This miniature sized tug is made from retired ultra-durable, Michigan municipal fire hose. Perfect size to fit in your cargo pocket for easy carry. It doesn’t protrude outward as much as a ball does so sitting in your vehicle with it in your pocket is much more comfortable. In temperamental environments, when rewarding your K-9, it won’t bounce around like a ball will and cause a disturbance. Triple stitched on each end. The handle is on one side only, and has dual-ply layers near the attachment points to resist being prematurely severed. Handle extends out 5” and is shorter than a full sized tug’s would be, and is meant for retrieval and tugging. Not recommended to hold the handle when your dog comes in for the bite.