Sam (and I ) thank you for the lovely compliments. For the record he matched his ball himself - I had nothing to do with that part, although I did put on the striped collar.
JAileen and delurked, Sam has killed other toys. They are like prey to him - after all - he is a terrier. But the ball is somewhat indestructible.
Michelle, Sam would love to go out with Revie on a chicken jerky date.