I’m not sure about you, but my dog needs to get out there and chase some balls in the backyard, at the dog park, or even inside the house . Dog ball launchers have become quite popular in recent years because they take the undesirable things out of the process of playing fetch with your fur friend. And, they are quite inexpensive. If your dog is a breed that instinctively chases everything and likes to return and fetch things, then having a dog ball launcher is ideal.
After seeing a viral video on Facebook about a launcher, I decided to do some research. Took me a while but I think I’ve figured out some great options. Below is my data so that it could hopefully help someone else out.
Top 3 Automatic Dog Ball Launchers
Even though these products haven’t been in production for very long, families with active dogs know that these are a great training tool and a fun toy to have for their fur babies.
PetSafe Automatic Ball Launcher
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Rated by: Debbie
iFetch Interactive Ball Launcher
Favorite Choice
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Hyper Pet Ball Launcher
Second Best
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iFetch (Too) Interactive Ball Launcher
Quick Summary
Rated by: Debbie
iFetch is a small company in Texas that makes two versions of this product:
- The iFetch ball launcher is the smaller version that works with small, mini-sized balls
- The iFetch Too ball launcher is the regular sized version for larger sized dogs that shoot normal tennis balls of any kind
Both versions of this product are splendid to use. It is a simple design. It is completely safe. Every moving part is encased so kids and dogs will never be hurt by it. The launcher will throw balls up to 40ft, with multiple distance settings for any type of environment. You can also put it on a random setting and it will launch tennis balls at different distances each time, so your dog doesn’t get bored.
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PetSafe Automatic Ball Launcher
Quick Summary
Rated by: Debbie
This ball launcher works very similarly to the iFetch automatic ball launcher. It looks like a plastic basket that has an open lid that shoots out tennis balls at variable distances up to 30ft.This product has 9 distance settings and 6 angle settings for the ultimate feature-changing capability. This unit also has safety sensors that will keep kids and dogs safe within 7ft in front of the unit.
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Hyper Pet Ball Launcher
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Rated by: Debbie
This ball launcher is a manual/automatic hybrid sort of product. The design is unique to say the least. However, it looks, it has great features. It holds up to 5 tennis balls at once and can launch those balls up to a whopping 200ft! This product is hands-free to keep yourself clean during play.It is a larger ball launcher, but it can easily fold up to store in the house, garage, shed, or in the back of the car.
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Top 3 Manual Dog Ball Launchers
Nerf Dog Tennis Ball Blaster
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Chuckit! Dog Ball Launcher
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Hyper Pet Kannon Ball Launcher
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Chuckit! Dog Ball Launcher
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The Chuckit! brand has been making all kinds of toys for every type of dog for many years. They have perfected their products to be easy to use, affordable, and durable enough to last. Although, this product is sold around only $10. Buying a new one if it were to break won’t bankrupt you.This ball launcher is designed to keep your hands clean while playing fetch. Every family with a dog knows that tennis balls get nasty, muddy, and covered in drool. This launcher simply scoops up the tennis ball without hassle. People with disabilities or hindered arm movement can still use this launcher because it only takes a small motion of the arm to fully swing the launcher.
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Nerf Dog Tennis Ball Blaster
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Rated by: Debbie
Nerf isn’t just for shooting darts at kids. These ball launchers are designed just like the ones that shoot darts, but instead, they just shoot out regular-sized tennis balls. It launches tennis balls up to 50ft, so your dog can really get their energy out and a workout in. This launcher is also a hands-free device. You just put the barrel over the tennis ball, and it loads it for you. Then, you pull the handle back, and shoot. It has multiple distance settings, so you can use it virtually anywhere safely.
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Hyper Pet K2 K9 Kannon Ball Launcher
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Rated by: Debbie
This ball launcher is available in two sizes that is shorter, and the larger version that is a bit longer. It works very similar to the Nerf dog ball launcher. There is an older, cheaper version that holds just one ball, but still is offered in the mini and regular sizes. The K2 version holds 2 extra balls underneath the chamber. It is designed to pick up tennis balls hands-free to keep hands clean. The K2 ball launcher works by pulling back a handle at the rear of the device, loading up air into the unit, and a simple pull of the trigger launches the ball.
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Verdict
Every pet family is different. There isn’t a product listed above that is right or wrong. Just be sure to make a mental list of where you play fetch, how your dog plays, and what would be best for them. The price point is going to be a big decision-making factor as well. But, whether you get a manual or an automatic ball launcher, your dog will be very happy chasing and running around.
