Canine Play Time:
6 Games Your Dog Loves
And Why He Loves Them
Fetch
Fetch
This is the old classic. Engaging a dog’s
natural instinct to retrieve is a great way to
stimulate his mind and keep him fi t. Naturally,
there are certain breeds that prefer this game
to others but you’ll do well to fi nd a dog that
doesn’t enjoy it, even for a little while.
Why Does My Dog Love Fetch?
Two reasons. Firstly, it is natural for some
dogs to retrieve, it has been part of their
instinctive behaviour for many generations
and acting upon their instincts is a good way
for a dog to learn and develop. The second
reason is less obvious but equally important.
What do you do every time your dog brings
back that stick or ball? That’s right, you give
him praise and attention. It’s a game most
dogs can do with ease and therefore it is a
game where the dog knows he’s doing well.
In this clip we see that even a dog with
severely impaired vision can enjoy a game of
fetch. Note the enthusiasm!
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