For the past year and a half, Olivetti (yes, named after the famous Italian typewriter) has been the official mascot of EYMER DESIGN Laboratories + Think Tank. A high-spirited, energetic, and too often mischievous German Shorthaired Pointer – Olivetti has taken us on many misadventures and near disasters. By now, FedEx and UPS drivers know not to leave unattended packages by our front door. One too many packages has ended up in the front yard, chewed to pieces with the contents strewn hither and yon!

In order to keep her occupied, our challenge has been to find her the perfect and virtually indestructible dog toy. After nearly a year working with our client and Portland Maine's, online dog supply leader, Fetchdog – we had almost given up on finding a dog toy that had a shelf-life of over 6 hours – before being destroyed.

Last weekend, while shopping at Whole Foods, we discovered ABO Gear's, Jute Shaker. Check out these specs:

• 8 Layers - 96 oz. of Jute Fabric
• Sealed bamboo wood with dried beans inside (Bamboo is the fastest growing plant on Earth)
• 100% Natural
• 100% Renewable, Biodegradable & Recyclable
• Inspired & Designed in Australia | Hand crafted in India

It has been nearly a week of regular play and Olivetti has yet to tear it apart! The ABO Gear website sells the toy for $15. We paid $9.99 at Whole Foods.

That's the mascot report from EYMER DESIGN!

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