A Ball Launcher That Also Bribes

Your dog wants to play fetch. Your dog wants to play fetch at 7 a.m., at 3 p.m., at 9 p.m., and at every ambiguous moment in between. Your arm has limits. This machine does not.

Drop a tennis ball in the top. The machine throws it. The dog chases it, brings it back, drops it in the top, and the machine throws it again. A small treat dispenses at intervals to keep the deal interesting. Your dog gets tired. Your arm gets a break. Everybody wins.

What it does

Launches standard tennis balls at three distance settings

Built-in treat compartment for food rewards during play

Safe-stop sensor — pauses if a dog is standing in front of the chute

Indoor or backyard use

Battery or plug powered

How to start

Plug it in or load the batteries.

Show your dog the ball going in the top, coming out the front.

Fetch the first one yourself. Drop it in. Let the dog watch.