Petface Super Tennis Balls For Dogs, Throw and Fetch, Outdoor Exercise, 12 Pack

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The medium was the perfect size for our Pug tester since she could grab the edges. I wouldn’t recommend the small size for anything other than a toy breed. When your dog clamps down on a tennis ball, the fuzz rubs against your dog’s teeth, wearing them down. Over time, this could lead to severe dental issues. StarMark Durafoam Ball was great. It’s soft, not too bouncy and surprisingly durable at a reasonable price. If you only play games of fetch in your living room, then there is a lot to love about this ball. But outside, it can’t be thrown as far and doesn’t bounce as high as our recommendations above. Quality wise, the ball is made from a heavy-duty rubber that bounces high. After hundreds of games of fetch, besides a few scratches, it hardly showed signs of wear. Even so, the only reason to choose this ball over any other on our list is because of its whistling sound. Let me be upfront… I recommend squeaky dog tennis balls with reservations because I noticed a pattern during testing. After chasing down a ball, dogs bit down on it and realized it squeaked. They became more interested in chewing on it than returning it, effectively ending the game.

After hundreds of games of fetch, the Crazy Bounce only had a few teeth marks to show. I was actually impressed by how little damage the ball had. By this time, our larger dogs had seriously damaged the other dog tennis balls.

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Another great feature is that this ball is a little unpredictable. If you look closely, you notice that the Jive Ball isn’t completely round. Instead, it has small sections that protrude out.

It was a long journey, throwing ball after ball until our arms grew tired. But after 100+ hours of testing, we narrowed down the competition to 6 winners – each unique in their own way. This is because, while they are undeniably one of the most beloved dog toys out there, tennis balls can pose health risks for dogs. Choking Hazard The rubber on the outside also held up considerably better when compared to a regular tennis ball. Our hard-chomping Labrador broke three tennis balls throughout our testing. The Ultra Ball fared much better with just a few teeth marks to show.

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Depending on how the ball lands, it can bounce in a completely different direction. Our dogs appeared to love this unexpected surprise because the ball would change directions mid-throw. When it came to random bouncing, no ball compared to the Crazy Bounce by SodaPup. With its six protruding nubs, it’s a lot lumpier than your traditional tennis ball. On one side of the ball is a small tab, but I cut this off with scissors before play. Some have cut-outs that make it easier for your dog to breathe when returning the ball in its mouth… But where this ball really shines is in a wide, open field. When loaded into my ball thrower and launched, I could hear the whistle from over 100 feet away.

SodaPup is another USA-based company that manufacturers its toys right here on American soil. The materials used are FDA-compliant, veterinary-approved and will hold up to a dishwasher cycle once play time is over. Like with the other US brands we reviewed, they offer a replacement guarantee (up to 30 days) in the event the Crazy Bounce breaks. Kong Rubber Ball Extreme was a more durable version of the one above. It has the same problems at a higher price. JW Pet iSqueak was one of the few dog tennis balls to break during our review. The squeaker died within the first fetch session, and then a noticeable split appeared shortly after.

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The Jive is made from an FDA-compliant heavy-duty rubber that is free from nasties like BPA and latex. But the main reason it won this category is because of its durability. The rubber has a very slight give and wears incredibly well. Over the course of testing, our ball only showed slight scuffs and scratches – and our dogs weren’t gentle!

Unfortunately, all this comes at a price. Like the West Paw Jive, this is one of the most expensive tennis ball alternatives on the market. But included in the price is a replacement guarantee. At the time of writing, Planet Dog will replace the toy once in the event it fails. While this makes the price more appealing, you will cringe if you are on a tight budget. Dog tennis balls have been specifically designed for dog use. They can be thrown farther, bounce higher, are easier to clean and hold up to sharp, pointy teeth. We reviewed each tennis ball for durability, quality, ease of throwing and suitability for different breeds. All to answer a simple question…It’s no secret that dogs love tennis balls. The small, flexible shape makes them easy to carry by dogs of all sizes. It’s more common than you think. Every few months, you come across a news report of a dog that was rescued from choking on a tennis ball. This ball is slightly heavier than a tennis ball, allowing it to travel a longer distance when thrown. And being rubber-surfaced instead of green-fuzz, it certainly bounces higher. The higher bounce is much more noticeable on hard surfaces than on grass.