LIKER Lumi 7 is a ball for small and medium dogs from the Ukrainian company COLLAR. It's the signature 7 cm LIKER ball with a 30 cm glow-in-the-dark cord attached. The cord glows in the dark for up to 60 minutes, so you can play with your dog at any time of day. The ball is light, floats, is soft to bite and doesn't harm teeth or gums, while the rubberised cord protects your hand from your dog's teeth during tug games.
What LIKER is made of
According to the manufacturer, LIKER's unique material combines the best properties of rubber, plastic, nylon and cotton toys. It's light and agile: the ball is easy to throw far, and on a long throw it can change direction slightly, which adds excitement. Unlike a heavy tennis ball, it won't break a window. The material is non-toxic and springy but soft, so dogs can bite through it without harming their teeth, and chewing even cleans the teeth a little. A dirty ball is easy to wash.
How the glow works
The cord is photoluminescent: it "charges" from light — daylight, a lamp or a torch — and then glows in the dark for up to 60 minutes. Before an evening walk, hold the ball under bright light, and during play you can recharge the cord with your phone torch. The ball itself is bright orange, so it's easy to spot in grass and snow during the day too. Safety on evening walks is covered in walking your dog in the dark: light-up collars.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| For | small and medium dogs |
| Ball diameter | 7 cm |
| Cord length | 30 cm, photoluminescent |
| Glow time | up to 60 minutes |
| Floats | yes |
| Colour | orange |
| Manufacturer | COLLAR, Ukraine |
Pros
- Play after dark. The cord glows for up to 60 minutes.
- Safe for teeth. The soft material doesn't harm teeth or gums.
- Protects your hands. The rubberised cord won't cut your palm and keeps teeth at a distance.
- Floats. Great for water games.
- Flies far. The cord lets you spin and launch the ball.
- Easy to find. It doesn't sink into snow and stands out in grass.
Cons
- Not for power chewers. A dog with strong jaws will soon chew through the soft material.
- 7 cm size. Too small for large dogs — there's a risk of swallowing.
- The glow needs recharging. Without light, the cord won't glow.
- Supervised play only. It's a toy for playing together, not for solo chewing.
How to play
LIKER Lumi is great for fetch: swing the ball by the cord and let go, and it'll fly further than a hand throw. The cord also works well for tug, keeping your hand safely away from teeth. In water, the ball floats almost entirely above the surface, which helps dogs that don't like or can't swim get used to water. Put the ball away after playing — this keeps interest high, so every new game starts with excitement.
Safety
Only let your dog play under supervision and make sure it doesn't swallow the ball or any pieces. Replace the ball if it's badly damaged. For solo play at home, sturdy puzzle toys such as Trixie Flip Bone are a better fit, and ideas for bad-weather days are in how to keep a dog busy indoors in bad weather. To make your dog visible in the dark too, add a light-up collar such as the Trixie LED USB.
Who it suits
Active small and medium dogs that love fetch and tug, owners who walk in the evening, and dogs you'd like to get used to water. More toys are in the dog toys section.
Verdict
LIKER Lumi 7 is a light, floating ball with a glowing cord for fetch and tug at any time of day. It's safe for teeth and hands, flies far and is easy to find. The downsides are that it doesn't suit large dogs or determined chewers, and the cord needs recharging with light from time to time.
FAQ
How long does the cord glow?
Up to 60 minutes after charging with light.
How do I charge the glow?
Hold the cord under daylight, a lamp or a torch.
Does the ball sink?
No, LIKER floats almost entirely above the water.
Which dogs is it for?
Small and medium breeds.
Is it safe for teeth?
Yes, the material is soft and doesn't harm teeth or gums.
Can I leave my dog alone with it?
No, play should be supervised.
How do I clean the ball?
A dirty ball washes easily with water.
