Is there a plug or something similar that the dog can bite? Or is the ball completely smooth? Tried customer service from Varsity Ball but no response
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Hello Colleen, the ball has no plug. It is completely smooth, and our Varsity Ball weighs 2.9 pounds out of the box, 3.2 pounds in the box. Varsity Ball is 12" in diameter. Varsity Ball is composed of linear low density polyethylene plastic, a kind of "hard plastic." It is not malleable and it is not soft. Individual Varsity Balls ship in 12" cube cartons and orders of four or more Varsity Balls ship in 24" x 24" x 14" corrugated boxes, along with custom display packages. Varsity Ball is very buoyant. Varsity Ball is completely indestructible - we've tested it out with police K-9 units, military working dogs, and even adult lions and tigers. No one has busted one. If a dog destroys a Varsity Ball, we'll replace it and refund 10% of the original purchase price. That's our 110% Guarantee. Varsity Ball is best enjoyed by large, able-bodied, high-energy dogs. Dogs under 50 pounds may be too small to enjoy a Varsity Ball, though many have found a way. And low-energy or limited-mobility dogs would probably be better off with another toy.
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that ball is kinda like silicone ... it is soft to a certain degree but INDESTRUCTABLE !!!!! The core with the light may come out at some point but the ball never breaks orwears out .. it mostly gets scuffed up and sorta dirty ... usually it gets lost and that is why I have a supply of them. they are my dogs entire life. She sleeps with thedang thing in her mouth. Worth every penney. She gets beside herself when I get a new one out of the closet. Better yet when I turn it on to throw it at night. She LOVES that and has learned to chew and press on it, mouthing it and rolling it around in her mouth til she gets it turned on !! Long answer to your ? but worth it, your dog will love it ! that ball is kinda like silicone ... it is soft to a certain degree but INDESTRUCTABLE !!!!! The core with the light may come out at some point but the ball never breaks orwears out .. it mostly gets scuffed up and sorta dirty ... usually it gets lost and that is why I have a supply of them. they are my dogs entire life. She sleeps with thedang thing in her mouth. Worth every penney. She gets beside herself when I get a new one out of the closet. Better yet when I turn it on to throw it at night. She LOVES that and has learned to chew and press on it, mouthing it and rolling it... » Read More that ball is kinda like silicone ... it is soft to a certain degree but INDESTRUCTABLE !!!!! The core with the light may come out at some point but the ball never breaks orwears out .. it mostly gets scuffed up and sorta dirty ... usually it gets lost and that is why I have a supply of them. they are my dogs entire life. She sleeps with thedang thing in her mouth. Worth every penney. She gets beside herself when I get a new one out of the closet. Better yet when I turn it on to throw it at night. She LOVES that and has learned to chew and press on it, mouthing it and rolling it around in her mouth til she gets it turned on !! Long answer to your ? but worth it, your dog will love it ! « Show Less
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I have had mine for 4 months and have had NO problems..It sound like you need to add a lot more air to your ball.
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The ball is extremely durable. It can withstand bouncing off any surface no problem. We have played fetch with it about 10 times already and there isn't a single scuff on the ball. I won't leave my dog alone to chew on it though. I'm not sure that she would do any damage but, I don't want to take that chance.
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I had a ball several years ago that kept going flat. My daughter kept it in her room and insisted that the cats had not poked holes in it. Finally, I took it and looked at it carefully. There were quite a few pinprick holes in it from the cats. So, while I don't think cat claws will burst it, they will definitely poke holes in it and deflate it. (If anyone knows of a brand that is immune to cats sharpening their claws on it, I would love to know about it.)Edited to add: If and when I get another ball, I will definitely not allow it outside of my room (which is a cat/dog free zone).
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Ball is a very hard plastic ( 50 gallon storage bin thick). Ball has a plug in the top that is recessed into the ball. Our forty five pound pit/beagle has tried to bite and paw at this, and has only scratched the surface around this plug. Not sure on lifetime guarantee coverage. Ball is very hard and will break a fragile object though. Small indent in our wall from him running and pushing ball into the wall.
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sorry for delay on your response. This ball is a strange toy the first one broke when it fell of my bed onto the hard wood floor and now the second one does work when my dog starts to chew on it or when you walk by it. You may have a dud return it and get a new one.
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Hey Tyler, it is a hard rigid that you should file down before giving back to your dog before each use. I called it my dogs "crack" ball but I tired of it leaving him bloody and filthy dirty every time.
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It will not pop. It's rather heavy for its size. It's indestructible. Although it doesn't bounce like the football I got for my Puppy but my Puppy enjoy chasing after the soccer ball. Yeah, it's good deal and fun ball!
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That sounds truly strange as these balls are very sturdy. Is it possible it was defective in some way? I did, however, purchase a bigger ball. So far, it has held up pretty well. Check how long you've had it to see if it is still covered under their warranty, and let Gaiam know about your experience.
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Absolutely. It is hollowed out and is not as big as a regular soccer ball, so it is definitely easy to kick without pain. Our dog loves it. The only problem is that he's so good, it's hard to keep it away from him.
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The Varsity ball is very heavy. I paid $50 for it and it is just sitting out in the yard. They certainly can't pop it but my 56 lb. Aussie does not play with it. Bad purchase.
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While I do believe the anti burst exercises ball is very sturdy, I really don't think there are any out there that would be able to withstand a puncture from a sharp object, i.e. cat claws, knife, etc. I used to have cats and could never imaging them getting anywhere near mine. If that's a potential issue you could always spray it with Febreze or something that the cats would not like to keep them away from it.
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I am going to be honest with you, my dog would not stop chasing the ball till I stop him, doing so he rip the skin close to the bone off! Since they cant bite the ball, they are forced to use there legs and lean into the ball, doing so it will remove skin. By the way he still has problems with his leg today. Anyways I keep looking for something that wont hurt your dog.. Merry Christmas to all. Tom
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the ball is hollow but it keeps it's shape even after being punctured multiple times. My dog has chewed half the handle off and it still bounces and keeps the round shape. He loves it!
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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.
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Yes,My dog's nose became raw from it. Once the ball is played with on concrete alot it becomes rough and has to be sanded. She loves the ball even though.