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Super Pet Run-about Ball
It's fun and fitness right at your furry friend's feetKeep the good times rolling for hamsters, gerbils and other furry friendsA perfect spot to keep your critter while cleaning their cageMade from durable plastic with ventilated slitsAvailable in clear or colored models
Average Customer Rating:
out of
5
(27 Reviews)24 of 27(89%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: akdonna
gerbil ball
Date: October 28, 2009
"The little bugger loves it and runs all over the house in it."
Review 2 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: paws2paws
A Great Buy
Date: March 12, 2009
"I bought this ball for my dwarf hamster and I think it is pretty good ball that comes in many colors.It is a bit large for her though."
Review 3 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: cgerwat
Great Ball
Date: January 18, 2009
"My mouse used to run around in it all day he loved it!!!When he died i was very sad but i am going to get a new hamster soon!!! The ball was in my attic and it rolled down from the attic and down the stairs and it only cacked a little!(nothing was in it)It was very reliable and i hope my new hamster will appreciate a brand new one!!!"
Review 4 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: citystargrl7
GREAT!
Date: December 20, 2008
"This is a great thing for hamsters to have. My hamsters Oreo and Bubba love it. It is great for them to get exersize and its very entertaining. :-) The only draw back is that they scratch it alot but i don't know if that is because their nails are two long. Oh well! I love it and so do they. :-)"
Review 5 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: Jcloud14
Good excercise
Date: August 13, 2008
"My hamster loved this to her it was like she escaped from her cage. It was good excercise for her and it was fun to watch her run around."
Review 6 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: hannah1234
i love this ball
Date: May 31, 2008
"i love this ball and so does hammy my hamster he just likes to run in it so we all love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
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Review 7 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: petfan
ROLLING AROUND WITH JOY!!
Date: February 14, 2008
"The best idea!! My hamster runs around for hours in his ball, sometimes he gets stuck in chairs and stuff but this is a MUST for any one with a hamster!! I have 3 of them. They come in all colors I'd recomend a dark color because the clear shows the dirt and stuff more. There wonderful BUY!!"
Review 8 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: Lily2
Yehaaaaaa!
Date: February 3, 2008
"This is the very same ball and the very same color that my hamster used to win the race, sure he used his courage and wisdom and athletics skills but also thanks to this ball I have a formal legend hamster "Hamtaro". I really hope you do the right desidion and take the time to buy this product from the best pet store in all town "PETCO"."
Video Review:
THIS IS A HAMSTER DERBY
Review 9 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: nessa16
Good Ball
Date: January 27, 2008
"I have one of these for my first gerbil. It is really good for exercise since he doesn't like exercise wheels. I did have the lid come off once though and had to chase him all over. Otherwise it's a good ball!"
Review 10 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: smokeymidnight
Love it
Date: January 18, 2008
"We just got two gerbils. One is a little older then the other. The older one loves the ball. After he was in it a few times he learned not to the furniture and he actually will roll around the coffee table. It is so much fun to watch. The little one has not mastered the big ball. I am going to get him a smaller one.
This is a great way for them to get out and exercise."
Review 11 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Review 12 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: RatsRock
This is a good product!
Date: December 24, 2007
"All healthy rats love to exersise! So getting this was a good thing to go. My rats love it! The only problem was that the plastic wasn't completely together! I mean it wasn't put together veary great. I'm sure it was only that one that was like that! It still works great and it's a great product!"
Review 13 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: AlicetheDwarfHamster
Seen Success
Date: November 12, 2007
"I have a Dwarf Hamster named Alice that I will be getting a Run-about Ball for, but I have not yet. I would just like to mention my friend's great success with hers. She had bought a beautiful silver Syrian Hamster that is just addicted to his ball! He basically can't live without it. It is very funny to see him pounding on his cage and rattling the door because he wants to come out--to play in his ball! Now, being the spoiled hamster he is, she lets him run around for about an hour while she does homework. That little guy has so much energy! He loves exploring every corner of the room, while in the safety of his ball. My friend makes sure to close her door, though, because her dogs could easily hurt her hamster. I think this is a good idea to use an enclosed room--and make sure it's tidy while you're at it! If you use the ball right, and use safety precautions, this toy will bring you great success! I think this purchase will be well-worth my money, and it's well-worth yours too! (I suggest getting the clear one so your hamster can see properly!)"
Review 14 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: xAnonymousx
Awesome
Date: August 21, 2007
"This product is awesome- my teddy bear hamster Donut loves running around in it and knocking stuff over.I am entering her in the hamster ball derby soon.
The upside-
1)Donut loves running around in it
2)I don't have to watch her while she is out playing
3)She gets loads of exercise
4)Easy to clean when done business in
The downside-
1)"Business" leaves small odors
2)That is all my bad stuff!And it's not that bad either!
My hamster loves this ball and I recommend it to any small animal owner. (esp. hamsters!)"
The upside-
1)Donut loves running around in it
2)I don't have to watch her while she is out playing
3)She gets loads of exercise
4)Easy to clean when done business in
The downside-
1)"Business" leaves small odors
2)That is all my bad stuff!And it's not that bad either!
My hamster loves this ball and I recommend it to any small animal owner. (esp. hamsters!)"
Review 15 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: samiluver2max
okay could be better
Date: July 12, 2007
"when i bought it the edge came apart so sami my hamster has to be in eyes view any times she's in it in case it falls apart i don't want the to happen cause my cat cajun is a natual killer of small animals! I'm gonna
buy a new one tomarrow from petco but i'm gonna inspect it first."
buy a new one tomarrow from petco but i'm gonna inspect it first."
Review 16 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: Jazzercise
Remarkable.
Date: June 7, 2007
"My hamster, Gertrude, LOVES this ball. She goes crazy in it, and even though she doesn't understand the concept of walls, its fun to see her run around and have a good time. Even though it is her favorite place to relieve herself, its not hard to clean up [just dish soap and water] and she absolutely loves it; she practically climbs out of her cage when I show it to her!"
Review 17 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: crystallinectar
Breaks easily
Date: March 23, 2007
"I have had two of these balls and both have come apart along the middle after only a few uses, and my hampster was not particularly hard on it."
Review 18 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: Alyssa
AH-MAZING BALL!!
Date: March 20, 2007
"OMG, i LOVE this thing!! and so does my hamster!! it's great, cause i can let her run around in it and no worries about getting lost or in crevices where it'll be hard to coax her out!!! i LOVE IT!! plus it gives them freedom. the only downfall is that if your pet pees in this, you'll have to remove them ASAP and clean it so they don't get wet tail, but that's no biggie, really, when it's such an awesome thing for you hamsters!! i say BUY IT NOW!! plus, it's so cheap!!"
Review 19 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: Shannon
A Good Product
Date: February 8, 2007
"My hamster loves his ball. He runs all over the place in it. I use it on my hardwood floor so it rolls really well. However, I've also used it on carpet and it worked well there, too. My cat is a "rodent-hunter" and even he doesn't go anywhere near my hamster when he's in his ball. If anything, he avoids him because the hamster chases the cat. The only problems I have with this product are...
(1) It leaks. When the hamster relieves himself, it goes right through the cracks. It makes a total mess. It's worth it, though. Just expect to be doing a lot of clean-up.
(2) After a while, the lock stops working. My hamster escaped so I don't use it anymore. I suspect I just need a new one. I've had it for a while (this is the third hamster to use it). Just be aware of the possibility of escape once the ball gets old.
Even with the problems I have, I still recommend this product. It's the only way I know of to get my hamster really good exercise (besides his wheel). And it helps to curb his curiosity. He can explore new places and chase the cat while he's at it."
Review 20 for Super Pet Run-about Ball
Overall Rating:
out of
5
(based on 27 reviews)
Written By: HappyCamper
Great
Date: January 28, 2007
"I love this ball and my hamster does too. She runs around in it all the time and loved to go and explore the house that she rearly got to see before this. The clear ball is great since it helps them see where they are going better AND it is also easier to tell when it needs cleaned sometimes in colored balls it is harder to see when your pet may have peed while on their adventure and with the clear ball you know for certain when it is in need of a cleaning. One thing is, if you have dogs it may not be to good sometimes my dogs like to pick up the ball with its mouth or kicks it around but besides that she is perfectly safe in there for our other pets (cats) one of the pegs that keeps the lid shut however did break but I have had it for a abotu 1/2 year and the lid still closes tighlty, just make sure it is tighte because when i first got it it wasn't to tight and she escaped, so be carefull and also have a good idea where your hamster is and it is very easy to forgot about them in the ball so dont forgot to let them out. Besides the minor things and if you are careful this can be a great way to get your hamster some exercise in a easy and fun way."
