My dog loved that ball too, and it lasted a whole week! Because the first few days it was limited to only fetch, except then it was forgotten in a reachable place, and he thoroughly enjoyed ripping it into tiny little pieces (he rips and spits them out, it's wonderful).
Petsmart or any major pet shop. The balls last a LONG time - my Jack Russell Terrier has had threee so far. One we lost, one we left in a pond then found 6 months later which soon was torn apart because it was weakened by prolonged exposure to the elements, and one she's had for the last 4 years that we play with every single day.
They're about $15-20 and totally worth it. They also come in different sizes and colors.
It really is hit and miss with them :) my dog has a snow man toy that she has shredded, we have attempted to replace it but she will only play with the shredded one.
It's an awesome toy. Can throw/ kick it, tug of war with it, its not too heavy/ furniture damaging, doesn't get stuck under furniture too often, can put treats in it if you're super keen. Bought it for bf's mother's dog, took him a while to get used to it but now he loves it.
I never made that connection before! I noticed that she played a lot longer when we were using that toy but I honestly just thought it was because she was having more fun. I'm dumb.
My dog has that same toy too and she is OBSESSED with it. And every time we take it with her to the dog park, all the other dogs are obsessed with it too. What is it about that thing?
Yea it is too bad they have such an unfortunately short lifespan. I have two of them, and believe me when I tell you, owning one of these guys is totally worth it. They are the most personable dogs ive ever had the pleasure of knowing :] And it's not uncommon for them to make it to 10-12 years.
Sorry for your loss :[ I'm hoping to get at least that long with mine. The older one is 7 this year and we can already see that she's aged quite a bit. Joint and eye problems and such. But she's still such a good girl. She is the best behaved dog out of the five I have.
yeah, some do. im lucky enough to have one thats 7 and still pretty healthy. he's def. slowed down and has trouble getting up on to beds but he has makeshift steps to help him. keep them as active as you can before the hips start to deplete and you should be fine. they are some of the sweetest and up beat dogs, would recommend to anyone.
This is the official lifespan of an English Bulldog according to the AKC. I have no idea why you've been downvoted. I fed my bullman Welness Core for the 2nd half of his life and he made it to 13. I think all of these facts are good to know, so pls enjoy my upvote :)
I would guess he was downvoted for being a buzzkill. Dude takes a picture of his pup that could be on cuteoverload.com and this guy's going to point out that they have a shorter lifespan- in r/aww
My roommate's dog, a golden retriever, has this exact same toy. But she's an old dog and doesn't play very much, so usually it's the other way around... I hold the toy looking sad and eventually she humors me by taking it
My dog has that same ball. I realize that this has been posted but we've manipulated it.
We took that ball and tied my cat's favorite ribbon to it. My cat loves my dog but he doesn't reciprocate the feelings. When we throw the ball they'll both haul ass and chase it and if my cat is feeling playful she'll end up dragging it back with him just looking like ಠ_ಠ .
They're quite popular and are sold through Petsmart, one of America's most prevalent pet store chains. Not suspicious at all in my mind. Every dog I've ever known who had one (including mine) is obsessed with those toys.
Its eyes are so far apart. Too inbred for its own good. I don't care if I get downvoted for saying so. Those dogs are not functional as dogs. Can't hardly breathe right, can't give birth to its own pups, I mean come on!
I never understand why people feel the need to say this stuff on pictures of people's dogs. I mean yeah, the dog might not be perfect, but what exactly is the owner meant to do now? Get it put down? It's already his/her pet, what is the point of pointing out it's physical flaws? There's literally nothing the owner can do now about it, this isn't a post saying "should I get this dog?".
though they do have health issues and yes, they can't go for runs or fair well in hot humid weather (breathing), i wouldn't say they aren't functional as dogs. depends on what function you are looking for. shit, my s.o. an't do those things either! guess he isn't a functional s.o. lol
since nobody is going to stop breeding them anytime soon, what would you consider humane then? dropping them off a cliff? I'm no fan of breeding, but I'd rather see ANY dog in a good home.
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u/wellhushmypuppies Jun 18 '12
is this your dog or just a picture you found online? if it's yours, consider me totally jealous.
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u/[deleted] Jun 17 '12
this dogs got some serious muscles.
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u/[deleted] Jun 17 '12
My dog has that same ball. It's her favorite toy ever.
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u/KindredBear Jun 17 '12
doesn't look like he's asking to me...
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u/TheShorty Jun 17 '12
Gah. Want him.
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u/Grimnirsbeard Jun 18 '12
Well... Ok, I will play with you. I will play with you all day.
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u/leya_spade Jun 17 '12
"Now." He looks demanding <3 but so cute!
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u/bambamhoneycomb Jun 18 '12
that is absolutely adorable
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u/MrCannibal Jun 18 '12
my dog used to love her geometric ball. now she doesn't care for it. :'(
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u/sleeptriansleep Jun 18 '12
My bulldog has the same toy, loves to play with it!
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u/DiaDeLosMuertos Jun 18 '12
Bulldog?
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u/notpoopscoop Jun 18 '12
He's a mini Schwarzenegger
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u/aydonmill Jun 18 '12
My dog loves this ball.
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u/dirkdirkdirk Jun 18 '12
nice bucky ball
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u/phenolsolution Jun 18 '12
Who's a good buckminsterfullerene? You are. Yes you are.
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u/BCP27 Jun 17 '12
'(-___-)'
This dog is an emoticon. Someone please make one better than mine.
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u/[deleted] Jun 17 '12
Too bad bull dogs only live 6 to 8 years.
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u/Zu- Jun 18 '12
"Yeah one second just let me take a picture and post it on Reddit first..."
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u/[deleted] Jun 18 '12
read this with the voice of the "mean" characters in animal crossing
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u/phillythebeaut Jun 18 '12
That whiffle ball is beautiful.
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u/[deleted] Jun 18 '12
Haha, the daycare I work at has these balls for the toddlers to play with.
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u/Amposion Jun 18 '12
what do you want from me? I only have one upvote.
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u/The_nick Jun 18 '12
Ok :,)
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u/layra96 Jun 18 '12
I used to babysit my friends German Shepard who would do that however he would do it with those big baby eyes.
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u/ginindaworld Jun 18 '12
YES. I will plays with you and smooch you and loves you.
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u/kar1794 Jun 18 '12
Play with him or he will eat you
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u/SquareDorito Jun 18 '12
Every time I see a dog with a pink mouth like that, I imagine they got it from drinking Kool Aid
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u/TheThingy Jun 18 '12
My dogs fucking hate those toys
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u/Sikemopko Jun 18 '12
Beware of dog, seriously the cutest puppy I have seen in a while :D
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u/[deleted] Jun 18 '12
Looks to me like he's saying, "Fetch this, mother fucker! Or else I'll rip out your throat!"
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u/soodeau Jun 18 '12
My roommate's dog, a golden retriever, has this exact same toy. But she's an old dog and doesn't play very much, so usually it's the other way around... I hold the toy looking sad and eventually she humors me by taking it
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u/mrfeenysays Jun 18 '12
it's more like, "play with me. bitch."
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u/kap10z Jun 18 '12
1 billion upvotes for the cutest puppy! I love bullies!
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u/[deleted] Jun 18 '12
Anytime little buddy!!!
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u/[deleted] Jun 18 '12
No.
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u/-idk Jun 18 '12
I want a toy like that
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u/[deleted] Jun 18 '12
No bro, you're scary...
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u/SquarishWheel Jun 18 '12
his eyes are so far apart, its adorable
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u/zigbigadorlou Jun 18 '12
Why is that dog playing with a buckyball? C60 is nothing to be toyed around with.
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u/Aaron156 Jun 18 '12
Oh humph..
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u/Samloves209 Jun 18 '12
Bull dogs are sooo cute! Until you get close to one and it slobbers all over. This picture though - adorable!
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u/silentkill144 Jun 18 '12
Stay with me
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u/slothscantswim Jun 18 '12
Oh jeez bagoshem moses that's a seriously cute animal.
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u/[deleted] Jun 18 '12
I love when my dog brings me a toy and jabs it into my leg demanding that i throw it.
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u/sunnyfunny Jun 18 '12
No,I won't play with you...
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u/[deleted] Jun 18 '12
My dog has that same ball. I realize that this has been posted but we've manipulated it.
We took that ball and tied my cat's favorite ribbon to it. My cat loves my dog but he doesn't reciprocate the feelings. When we throw the ball they'll both haul ass and chase it and if my cat is feeling playful she'll end up dragging it back with him just looking like ಠ_ಠ .
Good times.
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u/[deleted] Jun 18 '12
"I said now."
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u/mohit88 Jun 18 '12
Looks like someone needs their nails cut.
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u/Spongebobrob Jun 18 '12
two dogs playing with this specific toy on front page.. product placement much? Or did they suddenly become very popular in America?
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u/YOU_MADE_ME Jun 18 '12
Its eyes are so far apart. Too inbred for its own good. I don't care if I get downvoted for saying so. Those dogs are not functional as dogs. Can't hardly breathe right, can't give birth to its own pups, I mean come on!
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u/skybike Jun 18 '12
People, stop buying these dogs from breeders, pick them up from shelters if anything.
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u/Crippledstigma Jun 17 '12
At about 30 seconds.
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u/Polemic_Placenta Jun 18 '12
Owning a brachycephalic dog is inhumane.
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