August 19, 2021
I think the ball on a strap that I have is too hard and/or too small for my 13 month old German Shepherd, do you have a recommendation?
Full Question:
Hi, I have a 13-month-old German shepherd and I purchased the: Roni Ball with Leather Strap Handle Option1: 2.25 inch. I think the ball might be too hard and/or small for her right now, so is there a different one you would recommend? I recall seeing a video that mentioned getting the appropriate toy, so I want to make sure I get the right one, so I don't lose engagement with this type of toy. 
Cindy's Answer:
Good afternoon,
for my German Shepherds and Malinois, I start with the larger foam ball and then the squish ball, both of those seem to be easy for them to grip and they are durable. Once they are doing well with those I find that my dogs love the erratic ball which is harder but because of its shape it's easy to hold on to.
You can stay with the foam ball if your dog likes it, I just like to offer different toys into my training so I mix it up a bit.
for my German Shepherds and Malinois, I start with the larger foam ball and then the squish ball, both of those seem to be easy for them to grip and they are durable. Once they are doing well with those I find that my dogs love the erratic ball which is harder but because of its shape it's easy to hold on to.
You can stay with the foam ball if your dog likes it, I just like to offer different toys into my training so I mix it up a bit.
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