Why do small dogs need ball toys sized specifically for them?

Small dogs need ball toys sized specifically for them to make playtime safer and more comfortable. Toys that match the size of their mouths are simply easier to carry and chase. Small and toy-sized breeds may not be able to grasp bigger toys, and large dog toys may be too hard for their teeth and intimidating for them, too. Choosing ball toys made specifically for small breeds helps ensure safer and more engaging play.

What types of ball toys are best for small dogs?

The best types of ball toys for small dogs include mini tennis balls, soft plush balls, lightweight rubber balls, and smaller squeaky ball toys. These styles provide enough bounce, roll, and excitement to encourage interactive play, and choosing small-sized versions ensures safety and comfort for your pup.

Are small toy balls safe for puppies?

Small toy balls can be safe for puppies, but be sure to pick ones that match your puppy's current size and chewing habits. You want a ball that's easy for your puppy to grab with their mouth, so choose one that's not too big, and make sure it's made from a chew-friendly material. Also, avoid ball toys that are too small, as these may present a choking hazard. Always supervise puppy play sessions to ensure your furry friend's safety.

BALLS FOR SMALL DOGS (Free Shipping)

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Chuckit! Giggle Fumble Fetch Dog Toy, Blue, Small

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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$24.22 Chewy Price

$29.99 List Price

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Playology Peanut Butter Scented Young & Active Sensory Ball Dog Toy, Small

Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars

55

$16.98 Chewy Price

$16.99 List Price

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Ethical Pet Barrett Ball Dog Toy, Red, 2.5-in

Rated 3.8 out of 5 stars

82

$8.30 Chewy Price

$9.29 List Price

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Jolly Pets Tug-n-Toss Mini Dog Toy, Blue, 3-in

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars

256

$7.79 Chewy Price

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Harry Barker Glow Ball Dog Toy, Green, 2 count, Small: 2.5-in

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars

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$7.99 Chewy Price

($4.00/ea) Price per Unit

$10.00 List Price

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Omega Paw Tricky Treat Ball Dog Toy, Small

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

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$9.24 Chewy Price

$9.99 List Price

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Jolly Pets Romp-n-Roll Dog Toy, Blue, 4.5-in

Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars

212

$14.70 Chewy Price

$14.79 List Price

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BARK Mint Chocolate Poop Scoop Balls Squeaky Plush Dog Toys, Brown, Small

Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars

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$10.99 Chewy Price

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KONG Signature Balls Dog Toy, 4 count, Small

Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars

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$11.99 Chewy Price

($3.00/ea) Price per Unit

$15.99 List Price

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Frisco Holiday Fetch Squeaky Tennis Ball with Rubber Sleeve Dog Toy, Small/Medium

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

227

$6.99 Chewy Price

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Jolly Pets Monster Ball Dog Toy, 3.5-in

Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars

231

$9.80 Chewy Price

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BARK Tropicatch Fruit Ball Squeaky Plush Dog Toy, Small

Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars

57

$13.74 Chewy Price

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Multipet Lobberz Fish Squeaky Dog Toy, Color Varies, 1 count

Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars

98

$11.90 Chewy Price

$12.34 List Price

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Jolly Pets Jolly Jumper Ball Dog Toy, Orange, 3-in

Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars

213

$8.00 Chewy Price

$8.98 List Price

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KONG Signature Sport Balls Dog Toy, Red, Small

Rated 3.2 out of 5 stars

107

$6.99 Chewy Price

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fouFIT Fuzzy Wuzzy Sheep Spiker Dog Ball Toy, Cream, Small

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars

5

$16.00 Chewy Price

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Jolly Pets Jolly Jumper Ball Dog Toy, Glow, 4-in

Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars

344

$11.99 Chewy Price

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fouFIT Mini Bumper Treat Dispensing Ball Dog Toy, Small

Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars

115

$11.62 Chewy Price

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HuggleHounds Wee Balls Raccoon, Owl, Pig, Bunny, Sock Monkey Dog Toys, X-Small/Small, 5-pk

Rated 3.6 out of 5 stars

39

$40.49 Chewy Price

($8.10/ea) Price per Unit

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Nutties Coconut Fiber Ball Dog Chew Toy, Small

Rated 3.8 out of 5 stars

44

$12.99 Chewy Price

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PawsPik Rope Runner Interactive Squeaky Rechargeable Small Dog Ball & Rope Toy, Orange, Small

Rated 3.8 out of 5 stars

247

$29.99 Chewy Price

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Playology Beef Scented Young & Active Sensory Ball Dog Toy, Small

Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars

44

$16.99 Chewy Price

$18.99 List Price

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Gnawsome Squeak & Light LED Basketball Dog Toy, Color Varies, Small

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars

242

$6.48 Chewy Price

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Outward Hound Sport Ballz Baseball Treat-Dispensing Fetch Ball Dog Toy

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars

60

$10.59 Chewy Price

$12.49 List Price

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Ethical Pet Play Strong Rubber Ball Tough Dog Chew Toy, 3.75-in

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars

201

$14.98 Chewy Price

$16.99 List Price

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Outward Hound Orbee-Tuff LED Strobe Ball Tough Dog Chew Toy, Blue

Rated 3.8 out of 5 stars

270

$15.99 Chewy Price

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Petbobi Basketball Design Ultra Durable Foam Rechargeable Vibrating Chew Ball Dog Toy, Orange

Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars

7

$19.99 Chewy Price

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Spunky Pup Tennis Ball Squeaky Dog Ball Toy, Small

Rated 3.1 out of 5 stars

61

$6.74 Chewy Price

$7.99 List Price

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Ethical Pet Press & Pull Exercise Dog Toy, Assorted

Rated 1.7 out of 5 stars

106

$13.99 Chewy Price

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Jolly Pets Monster Mouth Dog Toy, 4-in

Rated 3.3 out of 5 stars

147

$10.23 Chewy Price

$12.29 List Price

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Caitec HeroDog Outer Armor Football Dog Toy, Blue, Small

Rated 3.7 out of 5 stars

10

$7.34 Chewy Price

$9.18 List Price

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Nylabone Power Play Rubber Fetch-a-Bounce Dog Toy, Small

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

58

$11.83 Chewy Price

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Ruff Dawg Twig Crunch Dog Toy, Pink, Small

$17.99 Chewy Price

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Ruff Dawg Twig Dog Toy, Pink, Small

$15.99 Chewy Price

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Outward Hound Sport Ballz Basketball Durable Treat-Dispensing Fetch Ball Dog Toy

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars

41

$15.99 Chewy Price

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Roscoe's Pet Products Braided Rope Ball Dog Toy, Multi-Color, Small

Rated 3.4 out of 5 stars

12

$7.99 Chewy Price

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Balls for Small Dogs

Chuckit! Giggle Fumble Fetch Dog Toy, Blue, Small

Playology Peanut Butter Scented Young & Active Sensory Ball Dog Toy, Small

Ethical Pet Barrett Ball Dog Toy, Red, 2.5-in

Jolly Pets Tug-n-Toss Mini Dog Toy, Blue, 3-in

Harry Barker Glow Ball Dog Toy, Green, 2 count, Small: 2.5-in

Omega Paw Tricky Treat Ball Dog Toy, Small

Jolly Pets Romp-n-Roll Dog Toy, Blue, 4.5-in

BARK Mint Chocolate Poop Scoop Balls Squeaky Plush Dog Toys, Brown, Small

KONG Signature Balls Dog Toy, 4 count, Small

Frisco Holiday Fetch Squeaky Tennis Ball with Rubber Sleeve Dog Toy, Small/Medium

Jolly Pets Monster Ball Dog Toy, 3.5-in

BARK Tropicatch Fruit Ball Squeaky Plush Dog Toy, Small

Multipet Lobberz Fish Squeaky Dog Toy, Color Varies, 1 count

Jolly Pets Jolly Jumper Ball Dog Toy, Orange, 3-in

KONG Signature Sport Balls Dog Toy, Red, Small

fouFIT Fuzzy Wuzzy Sheep Spiker Dog Ball Toy, Cream, Small

Jolly Pets Jolly Jumper Ball Dog Toy, Glow, 4-in

fouFIT Mini Bumper Treat Dispensing Ball Dog Toy, Small

HuggleHounds Wee Balls Raccoon, Owl, Pig, Bunny, Sock Monkey Dog Toys, X-Small/Small, 5-pk

Nutties Coconut Fiber Ball Dog Chew Toy, Small

PawsPik Rope Runner Interactive Squeaky Rechargeable Small Dog Ball & Rope Toy, Orange, Small

Playology Beef Scented Young & Active Sensory Ball Dog Toy, Small

Gnawsome Squeak & Light LED Basketball Dog Toy, Color Varies, Small

Outward Hound Sport Ballz Baseball Treat-Dispensing Fetch Ball Dog Toy

Ethical Pet Play Strong Rubber Ball Tough Dog Chew Toy, 3.75-in

Outward Hound Orbee-Tuff LED Strobe Ball Tough Dog Chew Toy, Blue

Petbobi Basketball Design Ultra Durable Foam Rechargeable Vibrating Chew Ball Dog Toy, Orange

Spunky Pup Tennis Ball Squeaky Dog Ball Toy, Small

Ethical Pet Press & Pull Exercise Dog Toy, Assorted

Jolly Pets Monster Mouth Dog Toy, 4-in

Caitec HeroDog Outer Armor Football Dog Toy, Blue, Small

Nylabone Power Play Rubber Fetch-a-Bounce Dog Toy, Small

Ruff Dawg Twig Crunch Dog Toy, Pink, Small

Ruff Dawg Twig Dog Toy, Pink, Small

Outward Hound Sport Ballz Basketball Durable Treat-Dispensing Fetch Ball Dog Toy

Roscoe's Pet Products Braided Rope Ball Dog Toy, Multi-Color, Small

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