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Customer Reviews for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Average Customer Rating:
(76 Reviews) 72
Rating breakdown 76 reviews
5 Stars
51
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
1
1 Star
3
49 of 57(86%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Review 1 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
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June 1, 2013
ByBlackGold
Expertise:Intermediate
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
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5
Palatability:
5
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Our ponies love these, but only hang for few minutes, or will eat in one sitting.
Review 2 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
great treat/toy!
May 1, 2013
ByEmily M
fromThetford Center, VT
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
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5
Palatability:
5
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My horse had to be on stall rest for about 3 weeks after needing stitches from a kick. As he is young and we normally work 6 days a week, I knew 3 weeks of stall rest would be tough! He absolutely loved this treat! I also loved it because it took him a lot longer to eat it than other treat toys. It did make his white nose brown and goopy, but it was totally worth it since he was happy!
Review 3 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Devoured.
March 21, 2013
ByMGoBlue
fromMichigan
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4
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5
Value:
4
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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I admit, I hung this ball against a wall, for lack of hanging options from the ceiling. It was gone in less than 48 hours! Needless to say, my horse loved his tasty treat, and was likely highly entertained for those 48 hours, but it's a little pricey to be purchasing very often. I was really looking for a longer-term solution to keeping my horse occupied while in his stall, and this wasn't quite it. Might be nice for shows, though, when he needs an extra treat and it only needs to last a day or two.
Review 4 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
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Uncle Jimmy's
March 4, 2013
BySLRES
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Quality:
4
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5
Value:
3
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5
Palatability:
3
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5
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I purchaced this hanging ball as my mare is on stall rest and I felt as though I should get her some things to keep her busy. The uncle Jimmys was very frustrating for her when it was hung in the middle of her stall as she could not really get at it. I left it hang for 2 weeks then finally decided to move it aginst the wall. She eat's at it now and it has still lasted quit some time. Over all good treat if they can get access to it.
Review 5 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
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February 10, 2013
Byccgill
fromNorth Carolina
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Quality:
4
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5
Value:
2
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5
Palatability:
4
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5
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At first my 4 yr old mare was terrified of the ball hanging in her stall but once she got used to it she went wild with it. After a week or two it seems that she has grown bored with it though. Unfortunately it is VERY messy and sticky! It left a sticky, crusty mess anywhere it touched on her body, especially her face. Baby wipes worked reasonably well at removing the mess. I probably would not purchase it again just because she isn't that interested in it anymore and it made such a mess on her.
Review 6 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Horses love these!
January 25, 2013
ByWestWindsFarm
fromCalifornia
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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These long lasting treats keep my horses happy when they need to be in their stalls. I always keep some on hand for rainy days. Be prepared that your horse will have a sticky face but a warm cloth is all you need for clean up.
Review 7 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Great Stall Entertainment!
September 26, 2012
ByTXQHMom
fromWichita Falls, TX
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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I have a stalled horse, and non-edible horse toys don't entertain him. I used to buy a similar product from another company because they were cheaper, but decided to try SmartPak's because of the free shipping. Compared to what I used before, the Uncle Jimmy's are bigger and last MUCH longer. My horse's record for the other kind was 3 hours. His record for the Uncle Jimmy's is 8 days, which is a much better value even though they are a few dollars more.
There is a sugar free version that SmartPak doesn't carry. If anyone was wondering, flies are still attracted to it and it doesn't last as long as the regular flavored ones (the texture is different and my horse just devoured it). I am sticking with the flavored ones (molasses is his favorite) from SmartPak.
There is a sugar free version that SmartPak doesn't carry. If anyone was wondering, flies are still attracted to it and it doesn't last as long as the regular flavored ones (the texture is different and my horse just devoured it). I am sticking with the flavored ones (molasses is his favorite) from SmartPak.
Review 8 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Very entertaining!
April 17, 2012
ByStarbucksGal
fromVirginia
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
4
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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My super picky TB loves these! He will not eat any of the Likit treats, but this gets him excited. I do hang it up against a wall, but it still lasts at least two weeks. He spends half of the day inside, so this provides him with some entertainment when he isn't eating his hay. It does leave his nose a bit sticky, but nothing that a baby wipe can't handle. So worth it!
Review 9 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
My horse loves these but be ready for a mess!
March 27, 2012
Bygdent
fromMA
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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My horse absolutely loves these! BUT I will only feed these in the summer when I can wash him off easily because he has a tendency to end up wearing some of it. The molasses will get all over anything that touches it including your horse! Also some horses will eat this faster than they should so you should monitor your horse at first to make sure they don't eat all of it in one sitting.
Review 10 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Very happy but sticky horses
December 26, 2011
ByPinnacleEventing
fromCarnation, WA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Trainer
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
3
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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My horses love the balls! Really depends on the horse as to how long they last. With one horse it lasted 2 weeks, other horse has gone over a month. Make sure to hang it where they can not pin it against a wall. Only negative is they leave a sticky residue on their heads, necks or wherever they touch the ball. But nothing water and towel can't fix. Definitely will buy again, gives the horses something to do besides eat our fences. Love It!
Review 11 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
My horse loves these!
July 28, 2011
ByFlyingpony9
fromkansas
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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I use Uncle Jimmy's during the cooler weather to keep my horse entertained. They last a long time for him and he really enjoys them. My only problem is when it gets really hot and humid they are so heavy that they do fall off the string!! I use Pony Pops when it is hot since it can be put in a holder, and these when it is cool enough for it to stay put. My horse enjoys both products.
Review 12 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Good for the cranky mare!
July 26, 2011
Bydevin585
fromFlorida
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Barrel Racing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
3
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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I got this on a whim for my horse. She varies between wood chewing and cribbing. It's more out of boredom, so I got her toys. She hated her toys and wouldn't touch them. I gave her a Uncle Jimmy ball and she loves it. I handed it to her like an apple before I hung it up, Then each time I brought her into her stall I showed it to her and would hold it for her to grab on to. Now there Is a slim trail on the wall and chunks missing. I'm super excited she is keeping herself so occupied!
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(98)Review 13 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Great Solution for the Bored Horse on Stall Rest
July 9, 2011
ByOregonHorse
fromBeavercreek, OR
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
3
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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I bought a batch of these this winter when we had hoof abscesses making the rounds (thanks to an especially wet winter here in the Pacific Northwest). They were an absolute godsend - each one lasted for at least a week, even in the stalls of the most dedicated munchers. You do have to follow the directions, though, which specify how to hang them so that they can't be trapped against a wall. Two of our horses (smarties!) did figure out how to foil this strategy by working together to trap the ball (we have pipe panel stalls, so they can reach across), but even then, the balls kept them happily entertained for several more days. Only downside? A sticky nose! :)
Review 14 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
LOVE IT
May 22, 2011
Byxxxmaj
fromNew York
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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It is messy but with a warm towel and some scrubbing it does come off. I don't think the messiness would ever deter me from buying this since my horse just has a blast eating/playing with these. He is VERY VERY PICKY and wont eat many treats or the regular lick-it brand things but loves uncle jimmys. I am glad to see his face covered in it because I know he was having a great time and really enjoying it. It even tastes good yourself if you give it a lick ;] I love it and would not rather buy any other horse treat product. I am very picky too but this really is excellent.
Review 15 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Amazing
May 11, 2011
ByBubbles1234
fromMontclair, NJ
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
of
5
Palatability:
5
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5
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I had heard about Uncle Jimmy's Hanging Balls for years but never tried it out. While my horse was on lengthy stall rest and miserable I picked one up hoping it would keep his interest for awhile. HE LOVED IT! He happily spent hours trying to devour it. We've been hooked ever since.
Review 16 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Amusing name but very messy
March 29, 2011
BySJ72
fromWestfield, IN
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
3
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5
Value:
3
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5
Palatability:
2
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5
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Admittedly I have only used it with one horse but I won't be buying any more as they are just so messy - my horse's face is covered in sticky goo which is a nightmare to get off - just glad that he is chestnut and I didn't give it to my grey horse!
Review 17 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Horses loved Uncle Jimmy
March 1, 2011
ByRavenwood
fromSuffield, CT
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Saddle Seat
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
3
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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I have tried many products to curb the winter boredum - this by far is the best product. Comes in regular and sugar free for those horses with Cushings. The horses can not get enough of the them.
Review 18 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Horses loved them - I did not.
February 28, 2011
ByIggy
fromTX
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
5
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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Title says it all. The horses loved them. I hung them at eye level away from a wall as the intructions said. The horses played with them day in and day out for 2 weeks until they were gone.
The bad side is that twice a day I was sponging disgusting dried on molasses, dirt, hay and who knows what else off of the horses faces. There are better treats out there that the horses love that do not create such a mess.
The bad side is that twice a day I was sponging disgusting dried on molasses, dirt, hay and who knows what else off of the horses faces. There are better treats out there that the horses love that do not create such a mess.
Review 19 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Not what I was expecting
February 18, 2011
ByTrixie
fromSpokane, WA
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Trail Riding
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4
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5
Value:
4
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5
Palatability:
4
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5
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I was expecting more. My younger mare immediately took right to it and then my older mare got interested too. They worked in tandem to lick on the ball. Really a great team effort! But, then that was it. I saw my younger mare mess with it once after that and then nothing. The ball looks the same as it did when I got it out of the box. Maybe it will be more enticing when the weather warms up. I'm keeping my fingers crossed! Probably be better in a fully enclosed stall though too.
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Review 20 for Uncle Jimmy's Hangin' Balls
Overall Rating:
Great!
February 13, 2011
ByDonuthorse
fromColorado
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Novice
Quality:
5
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5
Value:
3
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5
Palatability:
5
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5
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These kept my horse busy for... I think a week. So it's not really that great to spend $80 a month LOL, but I'd only buy it 2x a month in summer. In winter they get cold, so they stick together better & last longer, but in summer it'll get quite messy, & my gelding would get it all over his face, mane & neck, but nothing a baby wipe couldn't take off!! Other than that I think this is good to keep bored horses occupied! My boy loves every flavor!!