my Lab peels tennis balls like an orange... is this more sturdy since its a Kong?
1637118
absolutely!! Our dogs do the same thing and actually try to bite the sq-eek out!! We have had these balls now for at least a month and we still have all three and they have not chewed them up at all!! Fantastic ball fantastic price!!
1637119
I gave them to my daughter for her 55-lb Rhodie-pit mix, because I thought they presented a choking hazard for my 95-lb lab mix. My daughter's dog also peels them. She has not yet peeled these, and she's had them for a few days, so I think they might be a bit tougher.
1637120
No, the outer covering peels off of these just like a tennis ball, maybe even easier. My 1 year old pup does the same thing, but it's still his favorite ball to play with.
1637121
These have been much harder for my spaniel to peel than regular tennis balls. It's taken him about 3 months to peel a patch about the size of 2 or 3 quarters. It takes him anywhere from an hour-to-a week to totally shred a regular tennis ball, depending on how destructive he feels like being.
58078
My dog outgrew the kong without destroying it, and she's quite a chewer. I took it out of her toy collection (she loves toys) because I was afraid she would swallow it whole. I found another one out in the yard recently that was sort of cracked and dried out from having been out there for a few months but overall they're really sturdy.
960494
Absolutely. Our dog loves her and hasn't come anywhere close to destroying it. She'll play fetch with it or simply lay on the floor chewing it. One of the best toys if not the best toy we've bought for our dog. She is about a 50 pound yellow lab, 2 years old.
1520810
This one is pretty sturdy, but I would recommend the orange one(http://www.amazon.com/Kyjen-Slo-Bowl-Feeder-Interactive-Supplies/dp/B00II73DE2/ref=sr_1_23?ie=UTF8&qid;=1395336390&sr;=8-23&keywords;=slow+feed+bowl). The orange version seems to have greater depth and present a better challenge. I purchased both if these and they have been Lab approved. THe plastic is fairly heavy duty but I also have Mastiffs and if left outside with them, this would be mangled, but might still withstand.
1618551
I got one for my 70# Labrador, a 2-yr-old, who has managed to destroy every toy we've gotten her, the only exception being the large Kong, until this ball. She quickly learned to remove the tasty inserts, so now we put biscuits inside the ball itself (it's made to do that) and she hasn't destroyed it yet, going on 6 months. PS for outside play, if you have some space, the large "Jolly Ball" made for horses holds up well, too.
1702479
It stands up pretty well if you zig zag it , however it is not chew resistant my puppy has chewed, the stain comes off easily but no other issues
1496628
We have used it with a Golden Retriever. She also likes tennis balls. No problem with either.
1586914
Stop wasting your money on toys for the Pit Bulls. If they are anything like mine nothing holds up. I have found a tennis ball is good for awhile but if they get some time with it it's gone. Like the others said a Nylabone is a good choice and I have found the marrow bones from the grocery store are good but my male can crush right through them if he can't reach the marrow. Just watch them if you give them the marrow bones. I have spent so much on toys and they destroy them all. Nylabone, tennis ball, marrow bones for the pitters. They love them.
1674618
My lab is the same way. This kong holds food treats and makes a squeak when Dudley tosses it. It is very sturdy and it takes about 8 months for Duds to split the rubber. Duds is 6 and I think this one may be his 4th. It is a bargain and it is my dog's favorite toy/food dispenser. Very few toys hold up this well!
1046954
Yes. One of my dogs (rottie/lab mix 65lbs) chewed on this like a tennis ball. It is the greatest ball of all time. I've had mine for several months. I'm surprised at the abuse this ball can take and it doesn't deflate. You and your dog will love this ball.
1582759
It's a very durable tough, thick plastic. You most definitly dont want to mistake it for a kickball. Its such a tough plastic I dont recommend it for indoor use. Could bang up nice furniture and makes loud noises when it bangs against the wall. I will say this was the best canine purchase I have made. I have a blue nose pitbull and this is the FIRST thing that she has not been able to destroy. She has pinpointed the point of weakness on the ball but cannot break the seal. She's very persistent and will work on this ball for 45-60 mins at a time trying to deflate/destroy it and comes up short everytime.
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The Varsity Ball is hard plastic & depending on the size of the ball you purchase, I do not think it would be possible for your dog to shred any of the plastic off. I bought the large Varsity Ball for my 60lb pitbull who is a strong, aggressive chewer and he's not been able to make any dents in this ball. It's just too big for them to get their mouths around it and the plastic is too hard. My dog loves it and would chase it forever if we'd let him!
323728
It is just a tiny bit smaller than a tennis ball.It's made from rubber but is very hard and durable. My dog chews on it constantly and it still looks new a month later.
1589253
It is layers of what appears to be pressed wood. We have a very active dog and she has managed to lift some of the edges on some of the layers. She enjoys it and the knobs that she has to move to reveal the treats are solid wood and very sturdy. I would buy it again but the description of the toy probably should be more specific. Baby Coker
1978709
They are a little heavier than tennis balls but are really pliable. The are not solid but filled with air and squishy. The dogs can chew without breaking them because the rubber is very thick. His teeth will be fine :)
1154966
My shepherd loves tennis balls and "skins" them when a piece gets loose. This has no layer to peel off...he enjoys this ball and it is solid, heavier than a tennis ball and durable..
1164677
I would say so, although quite heavier. It is an amazing ball, absolutely indestructible!! It's great in the winter for the dogs to find in the snow. Our largest (110 pound) retriever destroys anything but this ball, amazing!