iFetch Too Automatic Ball Launcher Dog Toy
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Give your arm a break with the iFetch Too Automatic Ball Launcher Dog Toy. Designed especially for medium to large dogs, this interactive dog toy launches the ball for you! It’s perfect for when you’re away or busy doing other things—like getting his dinner ready—while ensuring he gets all the mental and physical exercise that he needs. All you have to do is plug it in, choose your launching distance and then drop in a tennis ball. Soon your dog will learn how to drop it himself, which stimulates his mind and allows for totally independent play.
Key Benefits- Automatic ball launcher is designed specifically for medium to large sized dogs.
- Comes with three standard-sized tennis balls, with a non-abrasive design that is gentler on teeth.
- Launches the ball 10, 25 or 40 feet, which can easily be changed with the push of a button.
- Operates almost silently with a streamlined plastic design with rubber feet keep it in place.
- Excellent way to encourage both mental and physical exercise, and allows for independent play.
(3) Pack of iFetch Standard Tennis Balls, AC Charger for the Internal Rechargeable Battery.
Every dog plays differently and, since not all toys are created equal, it’s always best to keep a close watch on your pup in case things get ruff. Supervised play will help toys last longer and most importantly keep your pal safe. No dog toy is truly indestructible, so always remove the toy from playtime if pieces begin to break off.
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Item Number115173
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Dimensions14 x 13 x 12 inches
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Weight8.5 pounds
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LifestageAdult
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Breed SizeLarge Breeds
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Toy FeatureTraining
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MaterialPlastic, Rubber
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CompatibilityPlug-In Power, Battery Powered
To get started with the iFetch Too, you will need to charge the rechargeable internal battery before getting started. Plug the iFetch Too into the wall using the charger that comes with it. The light on the charger will turn green when it is charged and ready to go (can take anywhere from 2-8 hours to fully charge). The iFetch Too is portable once it is charged, can be unplugged and moved wherever you like. Press the power button on the back, select a distance setting (adjusting the safety switch so the red is visible in order to launch further than 10 feet) and select 10, 25 or 40 feet, or a random setting, which will randomly select a launch distance each time the ball is dropped in. Enjoy playtime and let the fetching begin!
Training Tips
- When teaching your dog how to play fetch, make sure you train near the iFetch Too so that your dog can connect the dots between fetch and the iFetch Too.
- Train with the iFetch Too at most three times a day and only for ten minutes at a time. That way, fetch stays fun and doesn’t become fetch bootcamp.
- If you feel like your dog is getting frustrated and is unable to get the ball into the iFetch Too , then just work on reinforcing any behavior toward the iFetch Too and make sure your dog gets rewarded.
- If your dog attempts to get the reward via other behaviors (e.g. rolling over, jumping up, shaking paws, etc.), it’s important that you NOT reward these behaviors.
- If your dog is cautious around the iFetch Too at first, that’s okay. The iFetch Too is new and different and he’s probably not sure what it is. You can start by rewarding him for just going near the iFetch Too. This way he learns that the iFetch Too is just another part of the house. With a little time, you can use treats to bring him closer to the iFetch Too, teaching him to drop the ball as close to the iFetch Too as possible. After a few training sessions (results may vary) your dog will learn to trust the iFetch Too and then it will be playtime.
How do you clean the iFetch Too?
With the unit powered off feed a damp cloth down into the tube and out the front launch area. Pulling the cloth back and forth (similar to flossing your teeth) will take care of one level of dirt.As a bonus (and to get a better clean on the wheels) firmly hold the cloth from the ball hopper end and then carefully turn on the unit and press in the ball trigger to cause the wheels to spin about the cloth. Worst case, the cloth might tear or it might get jerked out of your hand and launched, but it shouldn’t damage the unit.
Is this product safe for my dog?
When introducing iFetch Too to your dog, we recommend that you teach him or her to stay behind the product (or to the side of it) as the product prepares to launch. At its highest launch setting (40 feet), the product can toss the ball at speeds which could injure your dog, especially if they are standing directly in front of the product. While most dogs learn very quickly where to stand to avoid getting hit by the ball, adult human supervision is recommended until your dog is fully trained.
What size balls does the iFetch Too use?
The iFetch Too is designed for indoor/outdoor use with standard size tennis balls that are 2.5 inches in diameter.
How far does the iFetch launch the ball?
The iFetch Too has three launch distance settings, 10 feet, 25 feet, or 40 feet, and a fourth option for a random launch distance setting. To set the launch distance, all you have to do is press the button the back to cycle through the settings (switching the safety switch to red if you want to launch further than 10 feet). The light will turn off after 30 seconds, but the iFetch Too will remain on (in standby mode) until you drop another ball in the funnel.
What size dog can use the iFetch Too?
The iFetch Too is specifically designed for medium to large breed dogs.
My dog slobbers a lot. Is that a problem?
Some dogs slobber more than others. If your dog is a heavy slobberer, you may need to wipe off the balls from time to time.
Customer Reviews
68% Recommend
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I loved I, but...
By FrenchieMom on Jun 23, 2021
I absolutely loved the iFetch and so did Romeo my male french bulldog, but my other two female french bulldogs Cami and Kimber could handle it. I don't know if it was the noise that made them crazy or the exit of the tennis ball which then caused them to attack the iFetch and then fight each other over who was gonna get the iFetch. Romeo on the other hand loved it, he caught on very quickly and played easily with the iFetch. Sadly, I had to make the hard decision to return it because it caused my two females high anxiety and the frustration and it wasn't worth it for me to keep the iFetch for one dog's entertainment. Poor Romeo, I loved watching him run after the tennis balls and come back with I absolutely loved the iFetch and so did Romeo my male french bulldog, but my other two female french bulldogs Cami and Kimber could handle it. I don't know if it was the noise that made them crazy or the exit of the tennis ball which then caused them to attack the iFetch and then fight each other over who was gonna get the iFetch. Romeo on the other hand loved it, he caught on very quickly and played easily with the iFetch. Sadly, I had to make the hard decision to return it because it caused my two females high anxiety and the frustration and it wasn't worth it for me to keep the iFetch for one dog's entertainment. Poor Romeo, I loved watching him run after the tennis balls and come back with his big smile and put the tennis ball back in the hole and go again! I highly recommend this item for anyone who has a dog that loves to play fetch! **** I gave four stars because of the noise I feel that was the only problem I had with it! I wasn't loud at all but disturbed the female dogs, didn't bother the male dog at all! … more
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Has some pros and cons
By Brit on Mar 28, 2021
Just got this and did the 24hr charge up and training with my pup. Positives: It is pretty quiet, the only noise is the launch lever. My dog has figured out how to use it pretty easily and wasn't afraid of it at all. Negatives: It doesn't launch very far (maybe like 15ft max even on the high setting, fully charged), it loses its charge pretty quickly and doesn't have any sensors so if your pup is super excited and wants to stand in front of it watch out.
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Not that impressed
By Missy on May 8, 2021
The charge does not hold for very long. It does not throw the ball very far. I am not impressed at all with this product. Not worth the money.
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should work better for price
By disappointed on Oct 3, 2020
the ifetch is awesome...when it works, which is about 20% of the time. It's almost like it gets tired...even when plugged in. It will launch the ball 40' 5 or 6 times and then the distance gets shorter and shorter until it's just launching 2-3' over and over. My dog is a dachshund, so there isn't a whole lot of slobber keeping the ball from launching. This happens even if I put a new ball in it after the first 5-6 launches. This toy keeps my dog really happy when it works but I can never leave it out for my dog to use without supervision because when the ball gets stuck inside/won't launch it makes her crazy. I might was well just be throwing the ball myself. For the price I would the ifetch is awesome...when it works, which is about 20% of the time. It's almost like it gets tired...even when plugged in. It will launch the ball 40' 5 or 6 times and then the distance gets shorter and shorter until it's just launching 2-3' over and over. My dog is a dachshund, so there isn't a whole lot of slobber keeping the ball from launching. This happens even if I put a new ball in it after the first 5-6 launches. This toy keeps my dog really happy when it works but I can never leave it out for my dog to use without supervision because when the ball gets stuck inside/won't launch it makes her crazy. I might was well just be throwing the ball myself. For the price I would not recommend this to my friends. … more
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Not worth the money
By iFetch on Jan 22, 2021
After six months this only holds a charge for about 20 minutes. Lasted less than 7 months.
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My Labrador LOVES it!
By Chief on Nov 9, 2020
He drops the ball into the bucket then hops backwards and then takes off after the ball. For anyone that has a really active dog... this has been a lifesaver and saves you from hurting your arm
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Does not work.
By Dana on Nov 18, 2020
I opened it brand new and charged it. Would not turn on even when plugged in. Dealing with customer service is a nightmare. They take forever to get back with you. I do not recommend this product. My lab and corgi were very disappointed.
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Raz was addicted !
By SueS on Oct 1, 2020
I bought this Dec 30 , 2018 . Today I’d Oct. 1 2020. It was the center of my dogs world ! He wore it out today , it tosses the ball about 6” on the highest setting . Is it worth $100.00 a year ? Raz would bark yes... me..... I just wish it lasted longer. He’s worth buying another one for .
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does not work
By ronica0504 on Apr 25, 2020
Didn't launch nearly as far as advertised, and the balls got stuck after two or three throws, every time. Complete waste of money
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Requires training, but seems to be going well
By Galauxy on Dec 28, 2019
We bought racquetballs to replace the tennis balls, after reading reviews & knowing how our dog likes to destroy fuzzy tennis balls. Still working on him dropping the ball into the launcher on his own, but we are training in increments: bring the ball to the launcher, nudge the ball out of my hand into the launcher, and [hopefully soon] dropping it in himself. He understands that this device will throw the balls for him, and he keeps trying to bark at it or stick his nose in the holes. It stays powered on if plugged in, but seems to go to sleep to save energy. Wakes up if a ball is dropped in. The lowest setting works well in our apartment, but we need to make sure it isn't aimed towards We bought racquetballs to replace the tennis balls, after reading reviews & knowing how our dog likes to destroy fuzzy tennis balls. Still working on him dropping the ball into the launcher on his own, but we are training in increments: bring the ball to the launcher, nudge the ball out of my hand into the launcher, and [hopefully soon] dropping it in himself. He understands that this device will throw the balls for him, and he keeps trying to bark at it or stick his nose in the holes. It stays powered on if plugged in, but seems to go to sleep to save energy. Wakes up if a ball is dropped in. The lowest setting works well in our apartment, but we need to make sure it isn't aimed towards anything breakable...like the fish tank. … more
