Best Horse Toy Balls of 2025

"I bought this for my donkeys, but one was torn apart in just 5 minutes. They didn't play with it much, so it seems not suitable for hard-playing animals."

"My horse loves it! He torments the mare with it, and the ball has held up well. It's been months, and it's still fully inflated. It really keeps him mentally stimulated when I'm not around."

"This toy has been a hit with my 3-year-old stallion! He plays with it for hours. Although he managed to rip a hole in it after three weeks, I was able to sew it up, and now it's back to being his favorite!"

"I got this for my doodle. She absolutely loves it. She has lots of energy and gets bored easily. I love to watch her carry this ball around and enjoy chasing it. She is worn out in just an hour of playing. I highly recommend this for your pet!! It's strong and I don't think she can tear it up. Very well made, quality product."

"I bought this for a yearling mule and to my surprise, my German Shepherd started chasing it around after I tossed it into the yard. She loves it! It has been run over several times, yet it always returns to its original shape. This material is impressive!"

"I have several colors of this Jolly Ball, and my dogs love them. Usually last for a year or two, but I noticed the bubblegum pink felt different and started tearing within an hour. Never had this issue before, and I'm hesitant to recommend this color in the future."

"I purchased two of these, but unfortunately, neither would stay inflated. They were defective, unlike the last one I bought elsewhere. However, the company accepted my return and sent two new ones that are working fine. Thank you for standing behind your products!"

"I bought a 30-inch ball for my dog, and he absolutely loves it! It's soft enough to cushion impacts, but I was disappointed that it’s not suitable for outdoor use due to air loss. It seems to be more of a yoga ball than a durable dog toy. However, I appreciate that it didn’t take much damage during play."

"My dog enjoys it, and after a couple of uses, it hasn't popped yet. It’s more affordable than other herding balls, which is why I chose it."

"I was unsure at first, but this cover has lasted over a week, which is a record for me! I'm very happy with this purchase, and so is my goat!"

"I bought this for my St. Bernard, and Walter loves it! He chases it around all day. My grandchildren also had a blast rolling it around the backyard!"

"Unfortunately, I was disappointed with the cover. The material is extremely thin, and it didn't even fit the ball properly! Plus, it came with some seams that weren't sewn well. Very unhappy with this purchase!"

"I have a two-year-old Australian Shepherd and a Double Doodle puppy who absolutely loves the Jolly Ball! I mistakenly ordered the large 10” size for my Aussie, but he still tried to carry it around—so adorable. Now that he’s bigger, he has a blast with it. The ball rolls all over the yard! Although I prefer the size 8”, he enjoys the handle on this one. Thankfully, it doesn’t have a strong peppermint smell, which I appreciate. I highly recommend Jolly Ball products; we own several in different sizes and types, and they keep us entertained!"

"I've been buying Jolly Balls for my boxer for seven years! He loves the scented ones, but they are increasingly hard to find. I ordered a peppermint one for his birthday, but it arrived bright red and unscented. I was disappointed, especially since he usually goes wild over them. Now, just a few days later, the ball is broken. It's frustrating because I loved seeing his excitement with new Jolly Balls, but the quality seems to have declined. I just wish they could bring back the scented options!"

"I bought this for my pit bull, and he has a blast with it! This is my second Jolly Ball, and I think this one will last a bit longer, even though he is pretty rough on his toys. He loves biting it until it’s unrecognizable, but I’ll keep buying them because he enjoys them so much and they don’t come apart easily!"

"I bought two to keep my horses entertained. They’re really enjoying them!"

"I needed a way to keep my smart Arabian busy during stall rest. I can stuff a quarter of a flake of Timothy in it, and he prefers it over his hay net. It’s durable and does exactly what I needed."

"My donkey was stabled for a few weeks, and although she wasn’t happy, the ball filled with hay really helped ease her boredom. I’d definitely recommend it!"

“I have another one that I didn't buy online, but this one is just the same. Not a knockoff or dupe. Not all horses are interested though, at no fault of the product.”

“At first, my mom's horse was skeptical, but after we had him taste the molasses refill and watched us hang it, he realized he could get it anytime. Now he loves it and it lasts a long time. The ball is great because, after the initial fear, he enjoys knocking it around in between licks. Great price and holds up to a bored horse!”

“I purchased this toy to hang in my girl's stall. From the photos, it seems like the item comes with the treat/snack, but it does not. I bought the apple snack, and she didn't touch it. Even after trying peppermint, which she loves, she still hasn't touched it. Not sure what the treats are made of, but they seem unappetizing.”

"I found a puppy in the bottom of a 55-gallon drum, and my son has been raising him. Every ball we tried, he chewed up. This 40-inch ball is great because he can't get his mouth around it!"

"I was initially nervous about this ball, thinking it might last only a day. But to my surprise, it's still intact after three days! The quality is surprisingly good, but the pump was a challenge. I ended up using my husband's air compressor instead."

"I bought three of these balls, but unfortunately, they didn’t last. One popped when my dog bounced it off a tree, and another just deflated while sitting in the yard. After spending nearly $100, I’m really disappointed and won’t be purchasing again."

"I originally bought this ball for my donkey, but my new pup took it over! She wrestles, chases, and chews on it constantly. The handle did start to wear out, so I got her a bigger 10” version. It's her favorite toy and worth every penny!"

"My dog absolutely loved this ball! However, after just three days, she began to chew off the handle, which became a choking hazard. To salvage it, I cut off the rest of the handle and now she enjoys getting treats out of it. It keeps her busy for about an hour!"

"I purchased this for my horse, but my dogs and sheep enjoy it even more. They spend hours playing with it, and it’s incredibly sturdy. I’ve tossed it around, and it just bounces back without any issues from their chewing!"

"So far, this has been the best ball for my gelding. He typically destroys other balls within a month or two, but the heavier material cover on this one is really impressive. It's holding up great in all kinds of weather, and my horse loves chasing and biting it. If he eventually pops it, I’ll definitely buy another one."

"I was thrilled to get this ball for my dog’s birthday. However, I was disappointed when I found that no matter how much air I put in, the outer cover was too big for a snug fit, making it hard for the ball to roll. He can only tug at it. I wouldn’t recommend this."

"I have bought many of these balls over the years, and I finally found one that doesn't rip or pop in the first week! This is definitely built to last, and it’s been a hit with my horses."