corvus Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 Does anybody have one of those Bob-A-Lot toys? I've been thinking about getting one, but we have a treat dispensing pyramid, which Erik LOVES, but somehow he always gets it wedged under cupboards, the couch, or behind the fridge. I'm wondering if the Bob-A-Lot tends to end up in the same ridiculous places or if it's too big to get wedged. Yesterday I found the pyramid under the couch where it had been hiding for months. I do not know how Erik gets it under there because it barely fits. He tends to slam it around with great gusto. I often wonder if he's going to put it through a wall one day. Here's the Bob-A-Lot: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormie Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 My boss has one for his Newfy and he absolutely loves it. Though I've heard of some dogs chewing the yellow lid off, but if you don't have a destructo dog I think it would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kynan Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 (edited) Kynan has one and loves it but gets angry at it when it stops paying out treats. It is quite large (about 30cm high) and doesn't get stuck. Kynan has worked out how to unscrew the yellow lid (and he is not very destructive) so it is now very chewed however the rest of it is very tough and is in good condition after a couple of months of daily use. Edited November 8, 2010 by Kynan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kayla1 Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 I am always searching for the pyramid! I have the large Bob-A-Lot too and it doesn't seem to disappear under furniture like the pyramid does. Plus it is brighter colours so easier to spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 Ziggy did demos with this toy at the last pet expo. He had so much fun with it the stand completely sold out - someone even bought the one Zig was using so he didn't get to take one home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvus Posted November 8, 2010 Author Share Posted November 8, 2010 Thanks guys, sounds like a winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
princesszelda Posted November 8, 2010 Share Posted November 8, 2010 We have one - only issue is, Bella brings it to us as a present and then proceeds to drop it on our feet - OUCH! Also, we don't let her have it inside, as we have mostly tile floors and the banging noise it makes as she flings it everywhere is horrible! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danois Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 My boss has one for his Newfy and he absolutely loves it. Though I've heard of some dogs chewing the yellow lid off, but if you don't have a destructo dog I think it would be great. yes Boo chewed the lid. He picked it up, took it into his crate and turned it into a big chew toy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danois Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 My recommendation is the Holey Moley. I stuff all kinds of things into it - at the moment its 4Legs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Bright Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Ziggy did demos with this toy at the last pet expo. He had so much fun with it the stand completely sold out - someone even bought the one Zig was using so he didn't get to take one home Now I want one too!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerraNik Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Yep we have one, too. No complaints here! It's Jedi's fav toy (well, the only toy he'll play with!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oscar (AmBull) Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 We have one that Oscar has seen once and it now sits in the cupboard basically brand new First time we gave it a go he took it straight to his bed to chew the lid off. We brought it back to 'show' him where the treats come from etc, and still he decided it would be more fun to chew. So it is a toy that doesn't work for us, we have a dog that likes to chew all his toys. But otherwise is a fantastic idea, and great toy, if it suits your dog. We will have to wait a couple of years for puppy number 2 for it to become useful for us :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VJB Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Heidi has one, and enjoys bobbing it about to get her food out. It is noisy, and sometimes I use it inside on a rainy day for added mental stimulation. I close off all the doorways and put it in the hall way......yes, it is very noisy, but entertaining. I do find that she barks at it if it gets stuck in a corner. I can't leave her with it without having to get up at least 3 or 4 times to get it out of an awkward situation for her. She will sometimes pick it up, and I don't like the thought of it falling out of her mouth, cause it's quite heavy, and I have visions of her paws getting stomped on by the toy... ouch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Di* Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 Yes, we have one but it's a bit too easy--so ony amuses for about 5 minutes. We just use ours as an occasional breakfast alternative. Di Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megan_ Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 would it be suitable for smaller dogs (mini schnauzers)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whippetsmum Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 We have one, it holds a lot of kibble for a Whippet! I have 5 treat "balls" including the Bobablot, it's our dog's favourite. Ours hasn't been chewed at all. At first glance, I couldn't work out how to adjust the outlet, but it is adjustable, so you can easily adjust how fast or slow they get their treats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giraffez Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 i think i want one now. They are rather expensive tho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussielover Posted November 9, 2010 Share Posted November 9, 2010 This is a fun toy. However, the larger one is very heavy and bulky. I take Mindy to work and to uni with me so I prefer taking the kong or even our activity treat ball as they are both lighter and more convenient to carry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Di* Posted November 10, 2010 Share Posted November 10, 2010 would it be suitable for smaller dogs (mini schnauzers)? There are two sizes. My three toy-sized dogs can handle the small size easily. Di Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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