{"product_id":"rubber-ball-with-rope-small","title":"Rubber Ball with Rope Small","description":"\u003cp\u003eA straightforward but highly effective training and play tool. The Rubber Ball with Rope is designed to help build chase, pick-up and retrieval instincts in dogs — making it especially useful when teaching hunting breeds to keep their noses down and drive for the retrieve. The durable natural rubber ball travels well through the air and skims confidently along the ground, leaving a natural scent trail for your dog to mark and follow. The rope enhances throwability and handling, giving you more control and distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall size: approx. 3 in ball with ~12 in rope (125g).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable natural rubber construction — withstands repeated training and play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravels well through the air and along the ground at speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural scent left on the ground helps dogs mark and locate the ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRope enhances throwability and handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat value training tool for everyday use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall: approx. 3 in ball with ~12 in rope, 125g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Use a Rubber Ball\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRubber balls are ideal for introducing dogs to grip, chase and ground-level retrieve work, helping them build confidence in picking up and carrying objects. Because the ball travels both through the air and along the ground at speed, it encourages your dog to hunt down and secure the object — reinforcing fundamental retrieval skills in a fun and engaging way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePuppies and young dogs developing basic retrieve instincts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDogs that need encouragement to chase and mark ground retrieves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral play and everyday training sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing dogs to scent tracking and marking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandlers using simple yet effective tools before progressing to specialised gundog retriever aids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sophsdram Pet Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54241513767239,"sku":"SQ-RUBBER-BALL-ROPE-SM","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/0688\/0071\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-06-26at12.42.43_1.jpg?v=1782567440","url":"https:\/\/www.sophsdrampetservices.co.uk\/products\/rubber-ball-with-rope-small","provider":"Sophsdram Pet Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}