There is something extremely special about dogs and sticks. It’s like an unspoken law of nature that whenever a dog sees a ...

Playing with a ball inside the house usually means a quick toss across the rug. But Poppy isn’t interested in the standard ...

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 ...

Pups may love snuggles and treats, but if there’s one thing that truly brings out their inner joy, it’s an exciting game of fetch. From throwing a tennis ball across the yard to tossing a stick into a ...

Some dogs love the thrill of chasing a ball. A tired pup is often considered a happy pup, but the same doesn’t go for our arms after multiple rounds of fetch. Plus, no one really wants to touch the ...

(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 ...

Many people have seen dogs fetch, but cats like to get into the game too. Despite their very different hunting and play ...