My newly-adopted pit bull is being treated for heartworm &amp; has to stay pretty still for 6 weeks- does this toy require a lot of physical activity?
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No it doesn't. It's all mental. There's instructions on how to properly teach them how to solve the toy so it would be great mental stimulation since your pittie won't be able to physically exercise.
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Yes!! I have three pit bulls and they love it! I stuff them with peanut butter and freeze. Will keep them busy for a long time
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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!
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Our 7 week old lab seems to like the constant heartbeat we put a reg pillow in his crate and he sleeps fine I would suggest try rice bag and see how puppy responds
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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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My pit terrier is about 42 pounds. Nothing else seem to calm her excitability either. She gets excited and lunges and makes an awful high pitched yelp, but she's just super friendly. The only thing that calms her is the lead. It acts sort of like a horse bridle. If you have a really big strong dog like 60 + or really strong head, may not work...
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Try not to force, as its new and the dog is scared. Assure he or she its okay. Speak gently and just place on nose for a few seconds. My dog didn't like it, but I believe realized it was doing some good. She somewhat relaxed about it an allowed me to, but when she backed away, I let her. Didn't want to force her. My dog had chronic bronchitis and heart disease. She fought for three months and passed. I wish u luck.
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It takes time to train your dog to use it. Ours (IG - 15 lbs) took almost a year to be totally accident free from a bigger box. We have her when she was 5 months old, and trainned her to use the box ever since. This box is a replacement of what we originally had. She used it right away without any issue. This box is a few inches smaller than what we had before. It works if you are willing to train your dog, and it does not happen over night. However, because of the box size, I would not recommend it to any dog over 15 lbs. They seem to have a bigger version, but I have not seen it in person.
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This does give. The toy is rubber, so r hey bounce also. I have the little ring and the stick, neither one of my pits have caused them any damage!
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I currently am using it for a puppy mill rescue that has no physical issues but cannot be touched due to anxiety. After two days of her wearing it I already see a SLIGHT improvement when I approach her and also she seems to be more relaxed when resting. She usually sleeps curled up in a tight little ball and with the collar on she stretches out. When I approach her to pet her she usually looks at me like an axe murderer and pulls back, but with the collar on she just stays still and lets me pet her. So minor improvement in her anxiety level. I have had her for a year and this is the first improvement I have seen. I plan to replace it every month for at least 6 months. I currently am using it for a puppy mill rescue that has no physical issues but cannot be touched due to anxiety. After two days of her wearing it I already see a SLIGHT improvement when I approach her and also she seems to be more relaxed when resting. She usually sleeps curled up in a tight little ball and with the collar on she stretches out. When I approach her to pet her she usually looks at me like an axe murderer and pulls back, but with the collar on she just stays still and lets me pet her. So minor improvement in her anxiety level. I have had her for a year and this is the first... » Read More I currently am using it for a puppy mill rescue that has no physical issues but cannot be touched due to anxiety. After two days of her wearing it I already see a SLIGHT improvement when I approach her and also she seems to be more relaxed when resting. She usually sleeps curled up in a tight little ball and with the collar on she stretches out. When I approach her to pet her she usually looks at me like an axe murderer and pulls back, but with the collar on she just stays still and lets me pet her. So minor improvement in her anxiety level. I have had her for a year and this is the first improvement I have seen. I plan to replace it every month for at least 6 months. « Show Less
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Yes! I own a pitbull and she chews it for hours. She leaves little teeth marks on it but it's strong enough that she can't tear it apart. We have had it for 2 weeks now and still no damage to the ball
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We bought it for our four month old Pitbull and I think it's fantastic! The sooner you start training your puppy on the walk the better! You want to enjoy the walks with your dog, and not having them dragging you down the streets.
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Buy a horse toy called Jolly Ball, they are great. Our giant breed puppy loves it.
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My puppy is 6 months, 30 lbs, and I would classify her as a moderate chewer. She's had it for a little while now. I got her the "giant" one. It's not all that easy for her to bring around, but she learned how, and it is standing the test of a puppy who is growing molars. She mostly only uses it when she gets into really aggressive chewing spurts. She mostly uses stuffed animals (they don't last long, but she loves 'em), a rope, and a red Kong bone.
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no problem as of yet had it for 4 days. i have a husky a corgi mix and a shibu inu and they all use it as well as play and jump all over it.
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I don't know. You can give it a try. The heartbeat sound may sooth the puppy. FYI- he chew it .
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I have a 30 lb terrier who can destroy any toy in very short order. After 6 weeks the Goughnut is still alive! He does seem a bit frustrated that he has been unable to rip it to bits.