A tennis ball can mean a lot of things in a dog’s world. It can turn a backyard into a training ground or a bonding session. Fetch taps into more than just energy levels. It is tied to instinct, focus ...

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Many people have seen dogs fetch, but cats like to get into the game too. Despite their very different hunting and play styles, fetching appears to combine elements of predatory and social behavior ...

Although more common in dogs, 4 in 10 pet cats also choose to play fetch with their owners, researchers report. Although more common in dogs, 4 in 10 pet cats also choose to play fetch with their ...