since the IQ treat ball is plastic will a large dog break it
1019666
Mine have never broken it but they are so wrapped up in rolling it and being rewarded by a piece of kibble that they do not get frustrated and try to break it. My dogs are big dogs,but have been fine with it.I gave this toy to all of my 4 kids' dogs,2 Christmases ago and only one of the 4 broke his. ALL DOGS ARE BIG IN OUR FAMILY---ALL 12 DOGS!
1019667
Please check with the manufacturer. I'm an amazon client, not the seller. Personally, I find this ball too small for a large pet.
1019668
It's pretty sturdy but I could see it cracking. Also, depending on the threat size it may not be a good fit. The opening is ideal for small to medium size kibble.
1019669
I think it depends on the dog. Does your dog tend to break things? If yes, maybe go for the bustercube.
1019670
No, we have a 63 lb lab. He has caught it in his mouth several times. We have thrown it on the driveway, hard as possible. It only comes apart if you take it apart, or don't put it together right. Have fun! Don't make it so complicated.
1019671
It depends on the dog. Mine is a pittweiler and loves to play rough. We have wood floors and he would pick it up, shake it and toss it on the floor. That's what ended up breaking the toy. Also it is plastic so he kept grinding away at it which probably wasn't healthy. Hope that helps!
1019672
I suppose if your dog throws the ball across the room, it could break. Otherwise, I'd say it's pretty sturdy. As I'm sure you know, just keep an eye on your dog while he/she uses it! We love this toy and say it's worth a shot.
1019673
I have 2 black lab and they didn't break it. They quickly learned tat rolling it was the fastest way to get the treats or dog food out of it.
1019674
This ball is too small for a large dog. You would have to contact the manufacturer about breakage questions. I would get something else for a large pet.
1019675
I think a large dog can easily get it opened and then chew on the parts. This really is not a toy for a large dog. I am going to give mine away to someone with a small/medium size dog.
1164677
I would say so, although quite heavier. It is an amazing ball, absolutely indestructible!! It's great in the winter for the dogs to find in the snow. Our largest (110 pound) retriever destroys anything but this ball, amazing!
209944
These are large treats. I doubt a toy dog could eat them without you breaking them up.
2130561
nope. some sort of hi-impact plastic which has so far proven indestructible at the mouth of an anatolian shepherd
1415148
Similar to a tennis ball. But if your pup is a strong chewer the ball comes apart pretty quickly & has small parts inside that could easily be swallowed. I had this ball about 8 years ago and it was much much stronger. Shame that the newer ones aren't as great because my dogs love it.
988864
No it's hard plastic It might split in half though but it won't splinter. I would go with a large black kong ball if you are worried about it.
1475260
Most definitely. It is a great way to challenge and interact with your pet. The plastic is pretty strong so little teeth can't destroy it. My French Bulldog has a very strong grip with her teeth and learned that biting it wasn't going to work so she took her paw at worked at pushing the pieces back and forth until she got the treats. I sit and work with her sometimes and others just set it down for her to play with. I highly recommend it.
1787840
It's pretty hard plastic. But if the dog is a bad chewer you might need another option. Worked great for my cats.
1635414
Probably not. The base is plastic, and I'd guess a big bird like a gull will break it.
400841
You should get the large ball you can put treats into the ball and my dog has fun fun fiun highly recommend this
1618548
Definitely. I have a large pitbull that ate through one of those extreme kongs without hesitation but as longs as there is a treat in the end she was more fixated on the treat than destroying the toy itself. It took her a few hours to eat the treat ends as well
604792
The hard plastic container should be safe, but the turf isn't too tough if they decide to chew on it. Might try zip tying it down.
781636
I have the large so my dog can't really bite it. There are a lot of scratches on it because she tries to bite it when it gets stuck in a corner. She loves the ball and will play with it until she gets tired out. I love it too, it helps to calm her down.
1618551
I got one for my 70# Labrador, a 2-yr-old, who has managed to destroy every toy we've gotten her, the only exception being the large Kong, until this ball. She quickly learned to remove the tasty inserts, so now we put biscuits inside the ball itself (it's made to do that) and she hasn't destroyed it yet, going on 6 months. PS for outside play, if you have some space, the large "Jolly Ball" made for horses holds up well, too.
1153650
I wouldn't think it's breakable. It might be too thick for a dog the size of yours as well. I purchased a medium one for a friend's 60 pound lab and it was a good size for him. My lab is over 80 pounds and the large one is the right thickness and sturdiness for her.
1988779
i think it is more dependent on the intelligence of the dog, rather than the size-will he/ she be able to lift it- yes, but, it's about them being able to figure out how to get the treats- my puppy will play it a few times in a row- i change the location of the treats- he loves it- he gets excited as soon as i pick up the box. he's a chewer still, so i haven't been able to get to the second level yet- he'll eat the plastic bones- but it is challenging & fun for him.
1696029
I have a toy poodle puppy and he has already taken a sizeable chunk out on one Kong...he only gets the new one with a treat and as soon as the treat is eaten the Kong it's put up...I'd be wary when making a purchase ...possible that the really big ones are stronger?