Automatic ball launcher

Dog ball launchers at a range of prices

Ten models to get your dog running: long-handled manual launchers, trigger ball launchers, an interactive ball and an automatic ball launcher. The first extend your arm at the park, the last keep your dog busy at home. To choose, start with where he plays and how much time you have to play with him.

Manual launchers, for walks

A manual launcher is a handle with a cup at the end: it picks up the ball without getting your hands dirty and sends it further than a throw by hand.

• the 50 cm sports ball launcher – in light plastic, in blue, green or red;
• the 38 cm manual launcher with tennis ball – supplied with a 6 cm tennis ball, light and battery-free;
• the tennis ball launcher for dogs, in light plastic, with a comfortable grip;
• the telescopic ball launcher, with a carbon shaft, silicone fittings and a non-slip handle, for training and sporty outings.

Trigger ball launchers

For playing by shooting rather than throwing, several models work like a pistol:

• the EVA foam ball blaster for dogs and cats, battery-free, sold with 12 or 48 balls, for indoors and outdoors;
• the rifle-style tennis ball launcher, in ABS, supplied with 2 balls, for the great outdoors;
• the plush ball launcher for cats and dogs, with 55 or 110 soft balls.

Automatic ball and automatic launcher

The automatic ball launcher with 3 distance settings is rechargeable and compact, designed for indoors. It comes with 3 soft balls, in a tennis or foam ball version. Your dog drops the ball back into the launcher, which throws it again: it takes a little time for him to get the hang of it.

Simpler still, the rechargeable interactive automatic ball toy moves on its own according to its product page, for dogs and cats. The ball dispenser with treat dispenser, for its part, uses a non-electric ball and combines play and reward.

Which ball launcher for your dog?

• Walk in the park – a manual launcher, the 50 cm model for throwing far.
• Sporty dog – the telescopic ball launcher, adjustable in length.
• Dog home alone – the automatic ball launcher, or the interactive ball.
• Family play – the foam ball blaster, battery-free.
• Dog and cat – the interactive ball or the plush ball launcher.

As for ball size, pick one big enough that your dog can't swallow it: a standard tennis ball suits most dogs, a smaller ball suits puppies and the smallest breeds.

Playing well with a ball launcher

Start with short throws, then increase the distance as your dog brings the ball back. Take breaks, especially when it's hot, and keep water to hand. Put the balls away after playing: a damaged or heavily chewed ball should be replaced. On the automatic launcher, start with the shortest distance while your dog gets used to the sound of the throw.

FAQ

Is an automatic ball launcher suitable for indoors?

The automatic launcher in this range is described on its product page as compact and designed for indoors, with 3 adjustable distances. Keep it on the shortest setting in a room, and leave space in front of it.

Which balls should you use with a dog ball launcher?

The ones designed for the model: tennis balls for the manual launchers and the rifle model, foam or tennis balls for the automatic launcher depending on the version, EVA foam balls for the blaster.

To complete the look

To mix up the games, see our dog toys, indestructible toys, KONG dog toys or a plush dog toy. In summer, a dog paddling pool or a dog cooling mat round off the break after playing. For trips to the park, a dog lead and dog harness. Also find every dog toy and all our dog accessories.