Ball toys are a classic toy for interactive play that can provide hours of mental and physical stimulation. While you may think that your options are only limited to games of fetch, there are also the interactive dog toys that contain treats, providing more mental stimulation, while some balls float on water for swimming games. There are even those that have ropes through the middle, giving you a chance to play tug of war. Interactive play helps to build up a bond between pet and owner, as well as helping your dog to socialize and learn what is appropriate and inappropriate behavior. Take a look at our articles on the best dog toys, best chew toys for puppies and best dog treats. If you plan on playing with your dog outdoors, it will make your life easier to choose a ball that has a highly visible color combination. This way, you are going to be able to spot it easier and it is less likely to get lost. If you are in need of a simple and classic yet durable ball for your dog, SportsPet Rubber Balls are perfect. They are always non-toxic and come in an array of bright colours for high visibility. You won’t believe how high these bounce! Also available as the SportsPet tough bounce for dog's that have a strong bite.

This cookie, set by YouTube, registers a unique ID to store data on what videos from YouTube the user has seen. In some ways this links to durability, but it is slightly different at the same time. If your dog is older, a young puppy with developing teeth, or they have dental issues, a softer ball is more appropriate. However, if your dog has a stronger jaw, they need something tougher that they cannot bite through with such ease.

Size is another important feature. Your dog needs to be able to fit the ball comfortably in their mouth. But it can’t be too small as this could pose a choking risk to your four-legged friend. Treat dispensing toys are designed for interactive play with your pooch. They have openings which you can stuff with treats, which they can roll around, lift up, and try and free. These provide both mental and physical stimulation.

As for the game of fetch, it seems to tap into something instinctual in dogs. In the past, they were trained hunters, so running after prey and retrieving it once again would have been essential skills. Balls can act as replicas for rabbits or similar animals, helping your dog to get the satisfaction of the chase in a safe way. This is a must-have for all young pups! The soft puppy rubber is designed to soothe aching gums and promote positive chewing behaviour. The KONG Denta-Ridges allow the ball to become a fun treat dispenser when you sneak goodies inside it. For dogs up to 9 months of age. It comes in a bright range of colours and is surprisingly tough, designed for heavy chewers to build strength in their jaws. But it's not so tough that it doesn't bounce! In fact, there's not a lot that this ball doesn't do!

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A cookie set by YouTube to measure bandwidth that determines whether the user gets the new or old player interface. These aren’t just any tennis balls. These are Doghouse tennis balls, made by the only tennis ball manufacturer in the United Kingdom, J Price of Bath, who also just happen to be based not five miles from us and if they are strong enough to take Andy Murray’s serve, they’re good enough for us.