{"product_id":"race-herd-25-inch-herding-ball-gold-with-cover-inner-ball-pump","title":"Race\u0026Herd 25-Inch Herding Ball, Gold, with Cover, Inner Ball \u0026 Pump","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRace\u0026amp;Herd 25-inch Original Herding Ball is designed for supervised herding play, with a weighted, roll-and-stop shape and a protective cover over a replaceable inner ball.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25-inch (63.5 cm) herding ball — gives herding breeds a ball to push and steer rather than carry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighted to roll and stop like livestock — encourages dogs to chase and guide it with their shoulders and nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete play set — includes a zip cover, inner ball, hand pump, repair patches and an IACP-approved herding training guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-layer, repairable design — the cover takes the pushing, while the replaceable inner ball and included patches offer repair options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize guidance and use limits — the 25-inch size suits dogs about 18–40 lb (8.2–18.1 kg); inflate to 2–3 PSI (14–21 kPa), supervise play and keep it out of direct heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDogs bred to herd often enjoy pushing, chasing and steering moving objects. This ball is made for that kind of active play, giving them a large target to guide with their body instead of a toy designed to be picked up and carried. Use it for supervised herding play; it is not a chew toy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Race\u0026amp;Herd ball support herding play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts size and weighted construction make the ball too large to carry and help it roll and stop like livestock. Dogs can push, chase and steer it using their shoulders and nose, bringing herding-style movement into play. The ball is intended for herding, not fetch, and play should be supervised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade for pushing and steering, rather than carrying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse only for supervised play; it is not designed as a chew toy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich dogs fit the 25-inch size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 25-inch Large size is intended for dogs about 18–40 lb (8.2–18.1 kg), including Border Collies and Blue Heelers. For high-drive dogs or dogs weighing 35 lb (15.9 kg) or more, choose the 30-inch size (76.2 cm). Compare your dog's weight and activity level with this guidance when choosing a size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25-inch Large: about 18–40 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-inch size: suggested for high-drive dogs or dogs 35 lb and up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat comes with the ball, and how do you prepare it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set contains the protective zip cover, inner ball, hand pump, repair patches and an IACP-approved herding training guide. Inflate the ball until firm, at 2–3 PSI (14–21 kPa), and keep it away from direct heat. The cover handles the pushing while the inner ball can be replaced, and patches are included for repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a hand pump and repair patches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInflate until firm and keep out of direct heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Race\u0026amp;Herd Original Herding Ball suits owners looking for a supervised activity that lets herding breeds push and guide a large rolling ball. The 25-inch size is aimed at dogs about 18–40 lb, while high-drive or 35 lb-and-up dogs are directed to the 30-inch size.\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 dog size is the Race\u0026amp;Herd 25-inch Original Herding Ball for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The Race\u0026amp;Herd 25-inch Original Herding Ball suits dogs about 18–40 lb, including Border Collies and Blue Heelers. High-drive dogs or dogs 35 lb and up are directed to the 30-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 protective 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":55682200240471,"sku":"B0F883VPYM","price":118.31,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1056\/4780\/0663\/files\/race-herd-herding-ball-gold-front_56d364d1-de3f-471a-a491-9cc226bf6fa9.jpg?v=1793450604","url":"https:\/\/bathpetsupplies.co.uk\/products\/race-herd-25-inch-herding-ball-gold-with-cover-inner-ball-pump","provider":"BathPetSupplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}