So, years ago, when my dog was a puppy, I bought the Freedom Harness. Kippy wore the harness until it wore out and began to fray. Along the line, I bought a collar or two. I still have the original collar. Kippy's original collar had fabulous Chinese embroidery on it, and eventually some of the stitching loosened. I mean, he wore it 24/7 for 4 years. It was time to replace it, and I bought the Squirrel collar. It is perfect for Kippy. Who doesn't like a good squirrel chase? And the colors are wonderful, and the jewel tone of the lining sets off the whole thing.... Well, 3 years of 24/7 wear and tear, and the ribbon is beginning to be a bit thread bare. I just bought 2 more Squirrel collars - just in case the pattern is discontinued (the horror!), and a leash. We want to be fashionable occasionally. I bought ID tags in the same jewel toned colors.... On our walks here in NYC, it is not unusual for another dog owner to ask me where I got such a great collar, and I always tell them!