Product Reviews

If your dog’s fetch obsession outlasts your throwing arm (every single time), an automatic ball launcher might be the best investment you make this year. These machines let your pup play fetch independently — or at least give you a break between rounds. We researched and compared the top automatic ball launchers available in Canada in 2026. Here’s what’s actually worth your money. Our Top Picks at a Glance Launcher Best For Launch Distance Ball Size Price Range PetSafe Automatic Ball Launcher Overall best 8–30 ft Standard tennis $150–$200 iFetch Too Medium/large dogs 10–40 ft Standard tennis $200–$250 iFetch Original Small dogs 10–25 ft Mini (1.6") $130–$170 ALL FOR PAWS Interactive Launcher Budget pick 10–30 ft Standard tennis $50–$80 Best Overall: PetSafe Automatic Ball Launcher The PetSafe Automatic Ball Launcher has been the gold standard in this category for years, and for good reason. It offers nine distance settings (8 to 30 feet), a motion sensor safety feature that pauses launching when your dog gets too close, and works on both AC power and batteries. ...

A microchip pet door reads your pet’s implanted microchip (or an RFID collar tag) and only opens for them. Strays, raccoons, and the neighbour’s cat stay out. Your pet gets freedom. You get peace of mind. After researching every major microchip pet door available in Canada, here are the ones worth considering. Our Top Picks Door Best For Pets Supported App Control Price Range SureFlap Microchip Pet Door Connect Best overall Up to 32 pets Yes (with Hub) $180–$250 SureFlap Microchip Pet Door Best value Up to 32 pets No $100–$150 PetSafe Microchip Cat Door Cats only Up to 40 pets No $80–$120 SureFlap Microchip Large Dog Door Large dogs Up to 32 pets Yes (with Hub) $250–$350 Best Overall: SureFlap Microchip Pet Door Connect The SureFlap Microchip Pet Door Connect is the smart version of the best-selling SureFlap door. It reads your pet’s existing microchip (compatible with all common ISO microchip types) and unlocks in milliseconds. ...