{"product_id":"maxi-automatic-ball-launcher-dogs","title":"Maxi Automatic Ball Launcher For Dogs Interactive Thrower Large","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ═══════════════════════════════════\n     JSON-LD STRUCTURED DATA\n     Paste into theme.liquid — NOT the description field\n     ═══════════════════════════════════ --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product-description\" style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; max-width: 760px; line-height: 1.85; font-size: 16px; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Maxi is the outdoor version of our automatic ball launcher — built for gardens, parks, and open spaces where a dog can actually stretch their legs. It throws up to 40ft, works with standard tennis balls, and like the mini version, relies on your dog to do the reloading. They fetch the ball, drop it back into the top of the launcher, and it fires again automatically. Once a dog gets the pattern, it keeps going without you doing anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SECTION 1 ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.4em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eThree distances and how to choose between them\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe launcher has three preset distances: 10ft (about 3 metres), 25ft (about 7.6 metres), and 40ft (about 12 metres). The 10ft setting is there for smaller spaces or introductory sessions while your dog is learning how the device works. The 25ft setting is the practical everyday distance for most gardens — enough to get a proper run going without requiring a field. The 40ft setting is genuinely long and needs a good stretch of clear space to work well; a large garden, a quiet corner of a park, or a training ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart on 10ft regardless of your space, just while your dog learns the reload loop. Once they've got the idea, move up to whatever suits your environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SECTION 2 ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.4em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eStandard tennis balls — and six are included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike our mini launcher, which needs smaller 48–50mm balls, the Maxi is designed for standard tennis balls. Every purchase comes with six tennis balls and a dog whistle included in the box — enough to get started immediately and have spares when one ends up under the garden furniture. Standard replacement tennis balls are widely available, which matters when you're going through them at the rate an enthusiastic retriever can manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SECTION 3 ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.4em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eBattery and build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe launcher runs on an 18650 Ni-MH 11.1V 2000mAh rechargeable battery — a meaningful step up from smaller launchers in terms of capacity, which translates to longer sessions between charges. It charges via USB, so no proprietary cables or disposable batteries to think about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing to be clear about: \u003cstrong\u003edo not use this launcher in rain or muddy conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's suitable for indoor and outdoor use, but only in dry conditions. Wet weather or a muddy garden will affect performance and can damage the mechanism. If you want a launcher that handles outdoor British weather more robustly, check the specs carefully before buying — this one is best used when the ground is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SECTION 4 — First-person E-E-A-T ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.4em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow we tested it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ran this in the garden with Figo, who'd already learned the reload concept from the mini launcher — which made the transition straightforward. The 25ft setting was the right distance for our space: enough room for a proper sprint, not so far that the ball was landing in the borders. The 40ft setting is ambitious in an average garden but works well in a park or open field. The included tennis balls fit cleanly and the launcher picked them up consistently. We kept sessions to around 10–15 minutes, which seemed to be the right amount before Figo was ready for a water break and a rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SECTION 5 — Trustworthiness \/ usage guidance ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.4em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eHow to get the best out of it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTen to fifteen minutes twice a day is a sensible starting point for most dogs — enough exercise and mental engagement without overdoing it, especially in warmer weather. Supervise initial sessions while your dog is learning to reload; encourage them to drop the ball into the launcher rather than chewing the device or waiting for you to reset it. Don't leave it running unattended for extended periods, and bring it inside if the weather turns. Used this way, it's a reliable piece of kit that holds up well with regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── SPECS TABLE ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.6em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f4f4f4; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd; width: 38%;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px 14px; border-bottom: 2px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistance settings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e10ft (~3m) · 25ft (~7.6m) · 40ft (~12m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBall type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eStandard tennis balls (included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e18650 Ni-MH 11.1V 2000mAh · USB rechargeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeather\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDry conditions only — do not use in rain or mud\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eIndoor and outdoor (dry conditions)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eDog retrieves and reloads · automatic launch cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e10–15 minutes · twice daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px;\"\u003eLauncher · 6 standard tennis balls · Dog whistle · USB charging cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- ── FAQ BLOCK ── --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.15em; margin-top: 1.8em; margin-bottom: 0.6em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCan I use this in the rain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eNo. The Maxi launcher is suitable for outdoor use but only in dry conditions. Rain and mud can affect performance and damage the mechanism. Bring it inside if the weather turns, and store it somewhere dry between sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDoes it work with any tennis balls or only the ones included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eIt works with standard-sized tennis balls — the same size you'd find in any sports shop or supermarket. The six balls included are standard size. Avoid oversized or undersized balls, as they may not feed into the launcher correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHow do I teach my dog to reload the launcher?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eStart by loading and launching the ball yourself a few times so your dog sees what happens. Encourage them to bring the ball back to the device and reward them when they drop it near the opening. Most dogs make the connection fairly quickly once they realise that dropping the ball in causes another launch. Use treats and praise in the early sessions to reinforce the behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHow much space do I need for the 40ft setting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e40ft is approximately 12 metres of clear space in front of the launcher. Most average-sized gardens won't comfortably accommodate that without the ball hitting a fence or hedge. The 25ft setting (~7.6m) is more practical for typical garden use; the 40ft setting comes into its own in a park, a field, or a large open training area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhat's the difference between this and the mini automatic ball launcher?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eThe main differences are ball size and throwing distance. The Maxi uses standard tennis balls and throws up to 40ft — better suited to larger spaces and more energetic dogs. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.calmshops.co.uk\/products\/mini-automatic-ball-launcher-for-dogs-ball-thrower\" style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003emini launcher\u003c\/a\u003e uses smaller 48–50mm balls and has a maximum range of 30ft, making it a better fit for indoor use or smaller gardens. Both use the same self-reloading mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\" style=\"font-size: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.3em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHow long should play sessions be?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"text\" style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eWe recommend 10–15 minutes per session, twice a day. Fetch is high-intensity exercise and extended sessions — particularly in warm weather — can tire a dog out more quickly than it might appear. Short, regular sessions are more beneficial than one long continuous play period, and they give your dog time to rest and rehydrate between runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- END FAQ --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- END PRODUCT DESCRIPTION --\u003e","brand":"Calmshops.co.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55084192989562,"sku":"DBTMAXI1","price":109.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0491\/2617\/8983\/files\/calmshops-maxi-automatic-ball-launcher-for-dogs-interactive-thrower-848044.png?v=1740561393","url":"https:\/\/www.calmshops.co.uk\/es\/products\/maxi-automatic-ball-launcher-dogs","provider":"Calmshops.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}