Interactive dog toys that combine movement, texture, and unpredictability tend to hit a sweet spot for dogs with high energy ...

This soft plush dog toy from Ikea proves that you don’t need bells, whistles, or a high price to keep pups engaged. Designed ...

While it's a common sight to see dogs proudly running around carrying the sticks they've found in their mouths, a dog owner ...

(THE CONVERSATION) 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 ...

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 ...

No matter what the age, dogs get excited when it’s time to play fetch. Even this puppy wanted to play the game with his mom, ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Mikel Delgado, Purdue University and Judith Stella, Purdue University (THE ...