How CollieBall Helps Herding Dogs Beat Boredom and Bad Behavior
If you live with a herding breed, you already know—they’re smart, energetic, and constantly looking for something to do. Whether it’s a Border Collie, Australian Shepherd, Cattle Dog, or even a spirited Sheltie, these dogs were bred for work. They’re not just cute companions; they’re natural-born problem-solvers and movers. So when they’re stuck in a backyard or apartment with no sheep in sight, things can get… messy.
We’re talking about barking at every sound, chewing up your favorite sneakers, digging holes like a construction crew, or pacing like they’re on patrol. These aren’t signs of a “bad” dog—they’re symptoms of a bored one.
That’s where CollieBall, the original herding ball, comes in.
Why Herding Breeds Misbehave
Herding dogs were bred for specific jobs: rounding up livestock, watching over animals, and responding to complex cues from their humans. That kind of mental and physical stimulation doesn’t just disappear when they become family pets. Without a meaningful outlet for their instincts, they find other ways to release their energy—and those ways aren’t always ideal.
Chewing, barking, chasing cars or kids, escaping fences, and destructive digging often stem from unmet needs. Walks and games of fetch help, but they rarely go far enough for a breed wired to work all day long.
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CollieBall: A Toy With a Job
CollieBall, Original Herding Ball for Dogs was created to give dogs like ours—smart, job-focused, high-energy pups—a task that feels natural. Instead of fetching, which often encourages over-arousal and grabbing, herding balls are designed to be pushed, guided, and maneuvered. Dogs can’t pick them up or pop them like regular balls. Instead, they “herd” them using their body and nose, just like they would with livestock.
The two-layer design (a bouncy inner ball protected by a durable outer cover) makes CollieBall tough, safe, and perfect for high-drive pups. It’s not just a toy—it’s a tool to redirect instinctual energy.
Real Results, Real Relief
When dogs are given a purpose, their behavior often improves naturally. Mental stimulation is just as important as physical exercise, and CollieBall offers both. By engaging the part of their brain built for herding, CollieBall helps reduce anxiety, obsessive barking, and chewing out of boredom.
Don’t Take Our Word For It…
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“Our Heeler was constantly chewing things around the house and barking nonstop. Since we got the CollieBall, she spends her energy herding instead of destroying things. It’s been a total game-changer.”
— Jenna L., Portland, OR
A Purpose-Built Playtime
We originally created CollieBall for our own dog, Huckleberry, while we were displaced by the Santa Cruz fire in 2020. She needed a way to stay calm, focused, and feel like she had a job. That simple idea turned into a product that now helps dogs across the country reconnect with their instincts—and live happier, more balanced lives.
If your dog’s behavior is shouting “I’m bored!”—maybe it’s time to give them something worth working on.
