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Which size ball on a string should I order for my 8 month old Malinois? He isn’t good at gripping the hard rubber ball I have.

January 18, 2021

Hi,

I would like to order a ball on string. Just had a few questions.

I saw Michael Ellis's video on ball play and he said the ball should be right in size and squishier for inexperienced dogs so they can get a good grip.

I have an 8 month belgian malinois. Which one of your balls on string would you recommend (he isn't good at gripping my hard rubber ball) and which size?

Thanks in advance

I like the foam ball with the leather strap, it's light and much easier to grip. I use this ball with all of my Malinois and German Shepherds.

The size is dependent on the dog, for many young Malinois and GSDs I use the medium but for a really big dog, I'll use the larger size. If the ball is too big the dog will have a hard time grabbing it.

Later on, when the dog is really doing well I will also use the erratic ball on a leather strap. It's a harder material and more durable but I don't use this one until the dog is feeling really empowered and gripping the foam ball with a lot of confidence.

Thanks for reading!

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