{"product_id":"race-herd-18-inch-herding-ball-cherry-with-replaceable-inner-ball-and-pump","title":"Race\u0026Herd 18-Inch Herding Ball, Cherry, with Replaceable Inner Ball and Pump","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRace\u0026amp;Herd 18\" Original Herding Ball is a livestock-style push-and-steer play ball for herding breeds, with an 18-inch (45.7 cm) cover and a replaceable inner ball.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18-inch Small size — a starter option for small breeds and puppies beginning herding play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighted to roll and stop like livestock — encourages dogs to push and steer with their shoulders and nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective zip cover and replaceable inner ball — two layers let you replace or repair the ball after a puncture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete set — includes a hand pump, repair patches and an IACP-approved herding training guide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInflates to 2–3 PSI (14–21 kPa) — a stated pressure range for setting up the ball for supervised play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFetch balls are made to be carried; this ball is designed for a different kind of activity. Its livestock-like rolling and stopping behavior gives herding dogs an object to chase, push and steer during play. The Cherry-colored 18-inch size is intended for small dogs and puppies starting out with herding play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is this herding ball different from a fetch ball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRace\u0026amp;Herd’s 18-inch Original Herding Ball is built to be pushed and steered rather than carried. Its weight helps it roll and stop in a way intended to resemble livestock, so dogs can work it with their shoulders and nose. Use it for herding play, not as a chew toy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for chasing, pushing and steering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupervise your dog during play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich dogs is the 18-inch size for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 18-inch Small size is a starting size for small breeds and puppies beginning herding play. For dogs over about 20 lb (9 kg), the suggested next sizes are 22 inches (55.9 cm) or 25 inches (63.5 cm). Choose the size with your dog’s weight and stage of play in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 22-inch and 25-inch sizes are the suggested step up above about 20 lb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe listed color for this ball is Cherry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat comes with the Race\u0026amp;Herd herding ball?\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. The cover takes the pushing during play, while the replaceable inner ball provides a second layer that can be patched if punctured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-part ball construction: cover plus inner ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepair patches are included for the inner ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you inflate and care for the ball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the included hand pump to inflate the ball until firm, within the 2–3 PSI range. Keep the ball out of direct heat and use it only for supervised herding play. These directions help set up the ball and support its intended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInflate until firm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from direct heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ball suits owners of small herding breeds and puppies who want a play object to push and steer rather than carry. It is intended for supervised herding play, not chewing, and the 18-inch size is the starter option for smaller dogs.\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 dog is the Race\u0026amp;Herd 18-inch Original Herding Ball for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The Race\u0026amp;Herd 18-inch Original Herding Ball is the starter size for small breeds and puppies beginning herding play. For dogs over about 20 lb, size up to 22 or 25 inches.\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":67869817143687,"sku":"B0GKPQ4YJY","price":79.23,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1108\/7619\/7255\/files\/race-herd-18-original-herding-ball-front-view.jpg?v=1793570445","url":"https:\/\/ardentpets.co.uk\/products\/race-herd-18-inch-herding-ball-cherry-with-replaceable-inner-ball-and-pump","provider":"ArdentPets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}