Outward Hound by Planet Dog Sport Ballz Tennis Ball Treat-Dispensing Fetch Ball Dog Toy

This the best big-dog football on the market. It isn't indestructible, but it comes as close as any useful dog toy. The problem with indestructible dog toys is that one of the reasons most last so long is that the dogs don't play with them. Either they taste bad (how much peanut butter does it take to hide the nasty taste/smell of some rubber toys?) or they are uncomfortable for the dog's mouth, or they don't bounce, so don't engage a dog's drive. Many just aren't any fun to play with. This football is played with constantly in my house, to the point of irritating me. It doesn't smell nasty (and I assume tastes okay), they love to have it in their mouth (my boy carries it hanging out of his mouth like a big fat cigar) and it bounces like crazy, which both of my dogs love. Yes, the little rubber laces come off. Planet Dog should just include the laces in the primary mold. They won't be white, but so what. It is easier to throw the ball with laces, even rubber ones, so they should have something there, but the toy doesn't die when the laces come off, my throws simply don't spiral as nicely -- and let's face it, I wasn't an NFL QB to start with. But the dogs don't care anyway, they just want to chase the ball. Other than the laces, the ball has held up remarkably well. It still bounces like crazy after many months, and the body of the ball is in great shape, despite being in a protection-breed dog's mouth for months, and regularly being used as a tug toy by two of them. There are a few small surface cracks starting to show, but no other dog football I've ever had lasted this long. And it doesn't squeak -- Hooray!!! One final word of caution: this is an outdoor toy, or at least one to be played with in a large empty space. It has some heft, and bounces so much and so unpredictably that, even if you try to be careful, if you throw this ball enough it will eventually hit and possibly break every breakable thing in your room, or the dogs chasing it will. For some of us that's all part of the fun, but if you aren't among that group, just use some common sense, and certainly don't blame the toy or the dog if you don't. Read more

I recently got this amazing ball for my adorable puppy Fire, and let me tell you, it's an absolute hit! Fire is quite the chewer, and finding durable toys that can withstand his playful antics is always a challenge. However, this ball has proven to be a game-changer! Not only is this ball made with exceptional quality, but it's also designed to withstand the most enthusiastic chewers. Fire has put it to the test, and it has passed with flying colors! The construction is sturdy and well-crafted, ensuring it will last for a long time, even with Fire's chewing tendencies. Watching Fire interact with this ball brings me so much joy! He absolutely adores it and spends hours happily chasing, pouncing, and chewing on it. The vibrant colors and interesting texture keep him engaged and entertained, which is a big win for both of us. As a dog owner, finding toys that can keep up with my puppy's energy level is incredibly important. This ball has exceeded my expectations in every way. Not only does it provide Fire with endless fun, but it also gives me peace of mind knowing that it's built to last. If you're searching for a durable and entertaining toy for your furry friend, I highly recommend giving this ball a try. It has become Fire's new favorite, and I'm confident it will bring happiness to your pup too. Trust me, you won't be disappointed! Read more

Harley, our six year old 92 pound Old English Bulldog was born a natural soccer player. It all began when Harley was a puppy he was great at directing most any ball toy with his front paws an head.Pretty soon the neighborhood kids would ring our door bell and ask "can Harley come out and play?"We never refused them and I don't know who adored who more. The kids loved Harley and Harley loved the kids. Soccer was the game of choice and Harley, always playing for both teams became quite good at it. Well, now he's six years old - doing fine but slowing down. One of his great pleasures in life is rolling a ball - any ball, tennis balls, doggie play balls, soft balls around the house or out in the yard. He also has Godzilla strength jaws and is an aggressive chewer - he saws through nylabones and can strip a regulation soccer ball down to nothing in record time. Another constant reminder that supervision with any toy is key. We've had wonderful luck with Orbee dog toys and buy lot's of them. Their ball toys are surprisingly soft and pliable but for some reason they hold up extremely well - this soccer ball is no exception. Like the other Orbee ball toys it's squishy and hollow. So if you want to crank up the crazy just put a cookie or other treat inside. We've noticed Harley's partner in crime - a 50 pound six month old puppy of the same breed isn't half bad at soccer and seems to be just as ball crazy as his big brother. Who knows maybe we'll end up with a winning team this season. For some reason Bulldogs take to these kinds of things. If you haven't seen Tyson or Tillman the skate boarding bulldogs you should look them up on you tube or use google to find their web sites.These dogs skate as well as any teenager. Although Harley never took to skateboarding he has other unusual skills, his prowess as a soccer player being only one of them. I would write more but it's time for his piano lesson. About this toy - it's terrific and your dog will just ADORE it. 5 PAWS UP! Read more

I got this for my heavy chewer (lab mix) and he liked it, but not as well as his other Planet Dog balls. The football shape was a little too big for his mouth around the laces. That said, it had a good bounce, held up well when he did chew it, and was refreshing to not have a squeaker. We lost it and I don't intend to replace it, but I would definitely recommend it to someone that has a dog who can destroy any toy. Read more