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I own 6 of these rugs and absolutely LOVE them. I have had them over a year and wash them numerous times a week due to a large number of active dogs. Even with the numerous washes the brown color has not faded. I recently ordered two more rugs and was soooo disappointed with the changes the manufacturer has made. The rugs now have a rubber backing and are considerably less weight. In addition, they recommend HANG DRYING the rug! I contacted Dog Gone Smart Customer Service and was told rubber backing was added due to complaints the rug slides around. Yes the rug can move but simply placing a small piece of non-slip rug gripper under the rug works great. Although I am not aware of a rug that will not move when you have dogs playing or running across them. My thoughts.....the rubber backing will eventually wear and start crumbling because I do not have time to hang dry the rugs therefore I am returning them. My hope is the manufacturer comes to their senses and goes back to making the best ever rug with the same quality heavy weight and no rubber backing! In the mean time I am scouring local stores for the original quality rugs and stocking up:)