Big Dog Cosmos Dog Toy

This is #2 of 3 toys which I ordered from fetchdog.com. This ball caught my attention from the description (see below) which I could totally relate to. All the 'indestructible' tennis balls that I've ever brought home haven't even lasted 5 minutes out of the plastic packaging and the regular tennis balls end up in pieces at the park or all over the carpet. I searched and tested lots of balls in hopes of finding something that could stand-up to his strong jaw, last more than 5 minutes and be a fun fetch toy. Found!

The fetchdog.com website says:

"Because a tennis ball just won't cut it for big dogs, we now have the Big Dog Cosmos dog toy. These Orbee-Tuff dog balls are recyclable, non-toxic, buoyant, bouncy and mint-flavored. Hide his big healthy treats in a secret built-in treat pocket for extra games. What more could he ask for?"

I wouldn't classify Louie as a 'big dog' but he fits the need and description of this ball. This ball is surprisingly buoyant, definately bouncy and smells minty fresh. I credit Louie's chewing abilities to him having clean teeth but this toy adds a minty-flavor that even after all it has been through, still smells minty! I haven't hidden treats inside the ball since he seems to like the toy by itself. I can definately vouch for it's durability; It came with us on a camping trip 2 days after we got it and was really put to the ultimate test: 5 dogs, a lake and rocky, rough terrain. It came back in one piece! The only fatality was the word 'sol' printed on the ball that wore off... but who cares?! There are no discernible tears or holes in it. I find that surprising since it's a very flexible, squishy material but I think that's why it's able to endure such a beating.

This one is probably Louie's favorite toys! We have to hide it from him at night because he'll be playing with it or chewing on it and fall asleep with it, then wake-up and play all over again. Bonus: The fetchdog.com website shows this ball on sale for $15.99 right now. Seriously, get one!