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Why Do Dogs Love To Play Fetch?

October 1, 2020
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If you have a pet dog breed like a Golden Retriever, you have most likely played fetch with him or her. Whether you are throwing a soft toy, a stick, or a ball, dogs love running after objects and returning them in their mouths.

Playing fetch is a universal activity enjoyed by all breeds of dogs around the world. What is it about the game of fetch that makes it so irresistible to our canine friends? Why exactly do dogs love to play fetch? Here are three reasons:

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3 Reasons: Why Do Dogs Love To Play Fetch?

1. It’s In Their Instinct
One of the reasons that dogs love to play fetch is that it is embedded in their very nature to do so. This can be traced back to the historical reason that dogs were bred for hunting. In the past, dogs were used to help people hunt for food, meaning that their ability to fetch food or animals in their mouths was highly prized.

Because dogs were selectively bred, people chose to keep dogs that had the ability to fetch. Eventually, over a long period of time, fetching became part of a dog’s instinct.

Today, most dogs seem to enjoy playing fetch, without being specifically trained to do so. The reason for this is that this habit has been ingrained in them over centuries of selective breeding.

2. Loves Physical Activity
Dogs love to get physical activity – it is why dogs love it when you take them for a walk at the park or let them off leash and run. Adding a fetch play to your dog’s activity is an awesome outlet for their pent up energy.

When dogs chase after a fetch toy and return it to you, they are getting much-needed exercise. It allows them to get their heart rate up and run around. This is why playing fetch is so enjoyable for dogs.

3. Creates A Human Animal Bond
Another reason why dogs love to play fetch is that it is quality time spent with you, their owner. We all know that dogs love to receive and give physical affection; we love it when they greet us when we get back from work.

Playing fetch is a way for the dog to participate in an activity with your direct involvement. Think about it – there are not many activities quite like playing fetch that allows you to create a unique bond with your dog. Playing fetch requires you to initiate and for the dog to respond. The longer you play fetch with your dog, the more time it gets to spend with you.

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Playing fetch is one of the most recognizable activities that you can carry out with your dog, and it just doesn’t work the same with other pets (such as cats). Why do dogs love to play fetch? It is because it’s in their instinct (due to selective breeding), it allows them to release physical energy, and it creates a bond between you and your dog.


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Check Your Dog Day Every 14th of the Month

March 12, 2020

Knowing It Exists Is Not Enough!
Be your dog’s hero. You are your dog’s first line of defense against canine cancer.
Every 14th of the month is Check Your Dog Day.
Early detection is the key to chase away k9 cancer.

Check Your Dog Day 14th month

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Take 10 minutes of your time to check your dog from nose to tail.
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👃🏽 Nose – is it symmetrical? Is there any drainage? Are there any lesions? ⁣⁣
👀 Eyes – Any abnormal drainage? Increased redness? Change in shape? ⁣⁣
👄 Mouth – Are there any lesions or masses? Is the roof of the mouth uneven? How are the gums and teeth? ⁣⁣
💁‍♀️Jawline – Is it symmetrical? Is the texture consistent? Is your dog more sensitive there?⁣⁣
👂🏾 Ears – Is there any swelling? Foul smell? ⁣⁣
👣 Feet – Check the nails and the nail bed. Is there any excessive heat in the pad? ⁣⁣
😮 Hiney – Check for any masses or lumps. ⁣⁣
🐕 Don’t forget the legs & belly too!⁣ ⁣
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KORU BEAR is an ambassador dog for National Canine Cancer Foundation (NCCF); a non-profit organization that is dedicated to eliminate cancer as a major healthy threat in dogs. The NCCF fund grants directly to cancer researchers who are diligently working hard to save dogs lives by finding cures, suitable treatments and cost effective procedures in dealing with canine cancer. We invite you to visit National Canine Cancer Foundation and learn more about their mission and canine cancer.


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Make Fetch Happen with Your Dog – National Fetch Day

October 11, 2019

KORU BEAR loves playing fetch. He wags his tail, in full focus and as soon as the ball (fetch dog toy) goes flying, he’s off. Chuckit! is our favorite outdoor fetch toys.

Make Fetch Happen National Fetch Day

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Benefits of Playing Fetch With Your Dog

1. Awesome Physical Exercise For You & Your Dog
2. Fetch play allows dogs to use their instincts.
3. Playing fetch can improve your dog’s behaviors.
4. It’s all about fun and building a special bond with your dog.

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Celebrate National Fetch Day! Make Fetch Happen with Chuckit!

On October 19, 2019 is the 2nd annual National Fetch Day; a special holiday bringing awareness to the importance of exercise for pets, and celebrating the human-animal bond!

Join Chuckit! Best Dog Party of the Year!

Visit petmate.com/NationalFetchDay for more information about Chuckit! National Fetch Day Party happening near you. If your city is not on the list or you are unable to attend, you can throw your own fetch party. Share your fun fetch photos on social media using these hashtags #NationalFetchDay and MakeFetchHappen.

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“Make Fetch Happen™,” because on October19th it’s SO going to happen!
It’s going to be a pawtastic National Fetch Day!


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Smile With Me | World Smile Day

October 3, 2019

SMILE!
Make your SMILE a gift to the world.
Smile With Me, Happy World Smile Day

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Smile with Me | World Smile Day

World Smile Day is celebrated every year on the 1st Friday of October. Harvey Ball initiated the idea of World Smile Day 1963. In 1999, the 1st World Smile Day was held. When Mr. Ball passed away, Harvey Ball World Smile Foundation was created. The Smile Foundation became the annual sponsor for World Smile Day with the slogan “improving the world, one smile at a time.”

Do an act of kindness. Help one person SMILE!

We’ve been celebrating World Smile Day since 2011 with our blog pals LLB Gang (Dory) and Maggie Mae (precious memories). Now, we are moving the celebration on Instagram. Join us and tag us at @smilewithmekb #smilewithmekb

 

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Make your #SMILE a gift to the world 😊⁣⁣ #SmileWithMeKB #WorldSmileDay ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Join us to celebrate World Smile Day {1st Friday of October) 😊 Light up the world with your smile 😊 Share Your SMILE 😊 +tag us #SmileWithMeKB @smilewithmekb ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ✨on our stories, we will share the new @sand.dollar.dog.co⁣ #SmileWithMe #dogbandana and limited Share A Smile box 😊⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 😊 World Smile Day was initiated by Harvey Ball; known to be the creator of Smiley Face in 1963. The 1st World Smile Day was held in 1999. Mr. Ball passed away in 2001 and Harvey Ball World Smile Foundation was created and became the annual sponsor for World Smile Day with the slogan “Improving the World, One Smile at a Time.” 😊⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 😊#happinessiscontagious#smileiscontagious#shareasmile#spreadjoy#makesomeonesmile#goldenwoofs#goldenwoofskb#smilingdog#ellendegeneres#todayfanphoto#abc7eyewitness#goldensofig#petsoninstagram#goldenretrieverlovers#ilovegoldenretrievers#wherewillyoutakeyourdog#pumpkincity#falldog#dogsinautumn#dogsandpumpkins#nationalworldsmileday#smiles😊⁣⁣ ⁣ ⁣

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There’s Always a Reason to SMILE 🙂
Smile With Me, Share Your Smile


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Remember Me Thursday

September 25, 2019

Each year, over 2.7 million orphan shelter pets losing their lives without finding their forever home.

Remember Me Thursday

Shine a light on orphan pets waiting for forever homes.

Remember Me Thursday

Mike Arms, President of the Helen Woodward Animal Center, is the founder of Remember Me Thursday campaign. It is a global campaign to raise awareness of pet adoption! Remember Me Thursday is a day to stop and think of all the pets still waiting for their forever homes and all the ones who have been lost and also to celebrate your rescue pets⁣.

Shelter Pets Remember Me Thursday

Light Up The World For Orphan Pets

By lighting a candle, you are honoring orphan pets that lost their lives and bringing awareness to adopt, reducing the millions of shelter pets euthanized each year. For more information and ways to get involved, visit RememberMeThursday.org.


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