This cute doggy stress toy is so fun to manipulate. This dachshund is filled with a fine granular almost sand-like filling surrounded by a soft and stretchy silicone shell. The dog is super soft and slightly weighted and has a sand filling inside that add to the sensory experience. The little balls make a quiet crunch like sound when they are squeezed. This makes the puppy irresistible since you can squeeze, poke, pull, stretch and bend it! Smash it flat and bring it back to its original shape. Each pup can be squeezed and stretched! This soft hound is 5.5" long x 2.75" tall and 1" thick when unstretched. (it can easily stretch up to 15"). These soft toys can be stretched far because they are thick. (within moderation of course). Fidgets are a self-regulation tool used with children who have a difficult time sitting still or focusing. Fidgets help promote focus and concentration, and keep the body (fingers) busy so they can still sit and focus! Fidget toys are also great for strengthening hand muscles and building fine motor and finger dexterity.