{"product_id":"race-herd-18-inch-herding-ball-gold-complete-set-with-cover-and-pump","title":"Race\u0026Herd 18-Inch Herding Ball, Gold – Complete Set with Cover and Pump","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRace\u0026amp;Herd Original Herding Ball is an 18-inch (45.7 cm) ball designed for supervised herding play, with a protective cover and replaceable inner ball.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToo large to carry and weighted to roll and stop like livestock — encourages dogs to push, chase and steer with their shoulders and nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18-inch Small size — made for small breeds and puppies starting herding play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover, inner ball, hand pump, repair patches and IACP-approved training guide — a complete set for getting started.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-layer construction with a replaceable inner ball — lets you repair a puncture instead of discarding the whole ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInflates to 2–3 PSI (13.8–20.7 kPa) — gives you a clear pressure range for setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerding breeds are built to chase and direct movement, but an ordinary fetch ball is made to be picked up and carried. This ball is designed for pushing and steering during supervised herding play, giving dogs an activity shaped around those instincts. The gold cover protects the inner ball as dogs work it across the play area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the Race\u0026amp;Herd ball designed for herding play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts size and weighted roll make it difficult to carry, so dogs can move it with their shoulders and nose instead. The ball is intended for supervised herding play, not chewing; keep it away from direct heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse it for pushing, chasing and steering practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep play supervised and do not use it as a chew toy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size should I choose for my dog?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18-inch Small is the starter size for small breeds and puppies beginning herding play. For dogs over about 20 lb (9.1 kg), choose the 22-inch (55.9 cm) or 25-inch (63.5 cm) size instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall: 18 inches (45.7 cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize up for dogs above the approximate 20 lb guideline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat comes with the ball, and how do I set it up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes a zip cover, inner ball, hand pump, repair patches and an IACP-approved herding training guide. Inflate the inner ball until firm, using the recommended 2–3 PSI range, then place it in the protective cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cover takes the pushing during play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner ball is replaceable, and repair patches are included for punctures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the ball out of direct heat during use and storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set suits owners of small herding breeds and puppies who want an activity focused on pushing and steering rather than carrying or chewing. Its cover, replaceable inner ball, hand pump, patches and training guide make it a ready-to-use option for supervised herding play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What size Race\u0026amp;Herd Original Herding Ball is right for my dog?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The Race\u0026amp;Herd Original Herding Ball in 18-inch Small is for small breeds and puppies starting herding play. Dogs over about 20 lb should use the 22-inch or 25-inch size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is included with the Race\u0026amp;Herd Original Herding Ball?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The Race\u0026amp;Herd Original Herding Ball set includes a zip cover, inner ball, hand pump, repair patches and an IACP-approved herding training guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Race\u0026Herd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55680640123223,"sku":"B09MVWQSZ4","price":79.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/race-herd-herding-ball-gold-front.jpg?v=1793434040","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/race-herd-18-inch-herding-ball-gold-complete-set-with-cover-and-pump","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}