You know, I can't understand why the manufacturers even bother to make stuffed animals for dogs. Leslie, that little spider dude would have lasted about 20 minutes at our house. You can't know how many of my beloved stuffed animals from my growing up years are now at the bottom of the landfill somewhere because the poochies had their way with them. Good luck with the house hunting...it can be a lot of fun, but REALLY frustrating...I remember when we moved about a year and a half ago. Good luck and keep us posted. Btw....great pictures!!