Dog Ball Launchers
For a ball-obsessed dog, a launcher is a game-changer: it throws much further than you can, saves your arm and back, and means you never have to pick up a slobbery ball by hand again.
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Interactive Dog Treat Launcher Toy
A handheld treat launcher that flings biscuits across the room, turning feeding into a chase-and-fetch game.
£11.99
Ruff 'N' Tumble Serve 'N' Sling Retractable Ball Thrower
A retractable ball thrower for dogs that need the ball to go further than an arm can manage
£9.25
Rosewood Flingerz Treat Ball Launcher
A 20cm thermoplastic-rubber launcher ball with textured ridges for hiding treats
£10.00
Interactive Activity Ball Dog Toy with Cover
A bouncy activity ball in a tough zip-on cover that keeps dogs chasing, nudging and herding for hours.
From£23.99
Self-Moving Chew-Resistant Dog Ball
A USB-C rechargeable ball that moves on its own to keep dogs busy and active. Tough E-TPU construction stands up to chewing during supervised play, and the splash-resistant build suits indoor or outdoor use.
£15.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs with Pump
A large inflatable herding ball with pump that taps into your dog's chase instinct.
From£19.99
Remote-Controlled Jumping Ball Dog Toy
A self-rolling, light-up ball that jumps and rolls to keep dogs entertained. A paw-shaped remote sets three activity gears, so both small and large dogs can chase and play. Rechargeable and tough against chewing.
From£19.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs
A large inflatable ball too big for a dog to pick up, with a bite-resistant double-layer shell that slow-deflates if punctured, for high-drive chasing and nudging.
£23.99
Inflatable Herding Ball with Handles for Dogs
A large, tough inflatable herding ball that taps into your dog's natural chase-and-nudge instinct. Reinforced bite-resistant fabric and grab handles make it great for active outdoor play with medium and large breeds.
£29.99
Interactive Self-Moving Dog Ball
A motion-activated ball that rolls, rotates and bounces on its own to keep active dogs busy and engaged. Made from tough, food-safe E-TPU and built to withstand chewing for solo or supervised play.
£28.99
Self-Moving Interactive Dog Ball
A rechargeable self-moving ball that rolls and changes direction to keep dogs engaged. Ultra-quiet (around 35dB) for indoor and apartment use, helping ease boredom and separation anxiety.
£20.99
Herding Ball with Handles & Pump for Dogs
A herding ball in three sizes with webbing handles sewn round it, a tough outer shell over an inflatable bladder, and a pump in the box.
From£19.99
Herding Ball for Dogs — 45cm Tough Oxford Cover
A 45cm herding ball with a tough Oxford cover over a separate inner bladder, with a foot pump in the box.
£29.99
Motion-Activated Smart Dog Ball with Rope
A rechargeable, motion-activated ball with an attached rope that rolls and wobbles to spark play. It runs for short bursts then enters standby to save battery, helping beat boredom when you're busy.
£15.99
Inflatable Herding Ball for Dogs — 25, 45 & 55cm
An inflatable herding ball in two prints and three sizes, with webbing handles and a concealed zip.
From£15.99
Interactive Dog Ball on Rope, Six Colours
A textured chew ball on a braided rope for throwing, fetching and a good old game of tug.
From£9.99
Light-Up Self-Moving Bouncing Dog Ball
A rechargeable ball that bounces, rolls and rotates on its own with colourful lights to keep your dog chasing and entertained. Made from tough E-TPU for active indoor and outdoor play.
£29.99
Whisky Bottle Dog Toy with Squeaky Tennis Ball
A fun bottle-shaped dog toy with a tennis ball sealed inside that squeaks and rattles as your dog plays. The chunky design is easy to carry and shake for energetic fetch and chew sessions.
£7.99
Rope & Tennis Ball Fetch Toy for Dogs
A classic rope-and-tennis-ball fetch toy built for throwing, tugging and a bit of chewing.
£27.99
Self-Rolling Interactive Dog Ball
A motorised ball that rolls about on its own to keep your dog chasing and busy.
£17.99
Smart Choice Squeaky Birthday Balloon Rope Dog Toy
A plush balloon toy with a squeaker, rope and tennis ball for varied play
£9.99
Tuffy Junior Odd Ball Red Paw
Meet the Tuffy Junior Odd Ball Red Paw — one of the toughest dog toys we stock. Tuffy build their toys in multiple bonded layers with several rows of stitching and protective webbing on the seams, so they stand up to serious chewers far better than an ordinary plush. They float, and they’re machine washable (air dry).
£12.99
Tuffy Alien Ball - Green 2 Eye
A round two-eyed alien ball built in bonded layers with webbing-backed seams, so it outlasts ordinary plush with heavy chewers, floats for water play and washes in the machine.
£21.99
Tuffy Ultimate Odd Ball Red Paw
One of the toughest plush toys we stock: bonded layers, webbed seams and multiple rows of stitching, in an odd-shaped ball that floats and machine washes.
£16.49
Why a launcher beats throwing by hand
A launcher extends your reach and flings a ball two or three times further, which means a high-energy dog burns off far more steam in the same walk — invaluable for working breeds and bouncy adolescents. The scoop end picks the ball up off the ground, so you keep your hands clean and dry.
It’s also easier on you: no repetitive shoulder strain and no bending to grab a muddy ball a hundred times.
Using one safely
Hard, sustained fetch isn’t ideal for every dog — the high-speed sprints and skidding stops put strain on joints, so go easy with puppies (whose growth plates are still open), seniors and dogs with joint issues. Vary fetch with sniffing and gentler games rather than launching ball after ball.
Match the launcher to the right ball size, and check balls for wear — a cracked or too-small ball is a choking risk. Avoid abrasive tennis-style balls for heavy daily chewers, as the felt can wear teeth.
Everything here is chosen to be genuinely useful in everyday life with your pet — quality-checked, fairly priced and shipped tracked across the UK. For any health concern, your vet is always the best first port of call.
Common questions
Are ball launchers good for dogs?
They’re great for exercising high-energy dogs and saving your arm — but keep sessions sensible. Endless high-speed fetch strains joints, so mix it with sniffing and calmer play, especially for puppies and seniors.
What ball size do I need for a launcher?
Use the size the launcher is designed for — too small and it’s a choking hazard, too big and it won’t throw. Check the product for the recommended ball diameter.
Is fetch bad for a dog’s joints?
Done in moderation it’s fine. The concern is repetitive sprint-and-skid stops over long sessions, which stress joints — limit intense fetch for growing puppies, older dogs and any with joint problems.
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