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Only down side is the indent from the squirrel definitely takes up space inside the mug. So the mug doesn’t hold much liquid. \nIt isn’t practical, but it is cute :)","reviewer_name":"Sarah D."},{"date":"November 7, 2025","title":"Tres beau!","rating":5,"content":"Tres belle tasse pour les amoureux d'ecureuils comme moi. De tres bonne qualiter.","reviewer_name":"viviane l."},{"date":"July 18, 2026","title":"Cutie","rating":5,"content":"As advertised. The lil guy takes a bit of volume out of the mug but it's worth it.","reviewer_name":"Carolyn C."},{"date":"November 22, 2025","title":"Love it","rating":5,"content":"My new favourite mug. Was afraid it would be hard to clean, but it's pretty easy to hand wash.","reviewer_name":"Ling H."},{"date":"November 7, 2025","title":"Best company ever","rating":5,"content":"This order made it to me so quickly!","reviewer_name":"Patricia S."},{"date":"October 23, 2025","title":"Squirrel cup","rating":5,"content":"So cute and great size.","reviewer_name":"Vera T."}],"target_countries":"US","canonical_url":"https://www.simons.ca/en/kitchen-dining/drinking-glasses-mugs/coffee-mugs-teacups/squirrel-in-a-tree-mug--5221-2252100?colourId=0","deep_research":{"dimensions":{"ergonomics_and_hand_feel":{"title":"How the mug feels in your hand","entries":{"4_inch_height":"At 4 inches tall, the mug keeps its center of gravity low when filled, making it stable on uneven surfaces and less prone to tipping during casual use, which is especially valuable around papers or electronics.","3_inch_diameter":"The 3-inch diameter provides a natural, full-hand grip without requiring a tight squeeze and is 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