This post sharing reasons for playing fetch is sponsored by Chuckit! but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.
My family fell in love with this tiny white puppy with floppy brown ears and a belly full of worms just under two years ago.
This lemon foxhound mix was our first attempt at fostering pets, the local rescue even delivered her with some basic items in early May of 2017. We had just recently decided to start fostering after losing our beagle earlier in the year to gastrointestinal disease.
When looking into the options we had the choice of a male or female or even taking on both if we really wanted to shake things up. My husband and daughter thought having a girl dog would be great since we have always had boys, I was a little hesitant though.
Since I have always had boys, and loved them so much, I didn’t think it was possible to get so attached to a female, oh boy was I wrong!
It was pretty clear that she wasn’t going anywhere from the moment I first laid eyes on her. I pulled her out of the kennel stuffed in the back of a local animal rescuer’s car and carried her across the street to my house with the best intentions.
I was going to give this dog a temporary home until the rescue I was working with found a permanent situation for her, a family that wanted to adopt a puppy. This really was the original intention but I’m not even sure if I made it across the street before I started doubting myself.
Fast forward to about two years later and our days are filled with face lickings, snuggling in a chair barely big enough to fit us both, crawling under furniture to retrieve whichever toy she has lost this time, and one of our favorites, playing fetch, on the trampoline.
That’s right, Daisy loves the trampoline, she jumps up there whenever she feels like it, which is often. She brings her toys up there for fetch time and even bounces around in an attempt to fling her furry little body up higher to make impressive catches.
It has been such a wonderful experience getting to know this silly high energy dog and the bond has grown even stronger over time, thanks to activities like playing fetch.
That’s why I am so excited to share these 7 Reasons Why Playing Fetch Bonds You with Your Dog.
Spending Time Together
Making your fetch time a priority will not go unnoticed by your furry friend. Daisy reminds me constantly to play fetch with her and when the time comes she is always so happy to have the focus be on our time together rather than the millions of other things that take the attention off of her throughout my day.
Getting Exercise
Much like our furry friends, we need exercise too. What better way to make sure you carve out the necessary time to get in shape than to make it a team effort? Playing fetch with your dog is a great way to work off some calories and get yourself off of the couch. There are so many different types of fetching toys available at ChuckIt! that you are sure to find the perfect way to pique your pup’s interest.
Let them Tap into their Natural Instincts
This behavior branches from the need to bring hunted prey back to the family. Allowing your dog to bring this “prize” back to you each time is quite a rewarding experience. This is more than just a repetitive job to them, it can make them feel like they are serving a greater purpose.
Select the right toy from ChuckIt! to suit your dog’s playstyle, take a look and pick up a special toy so you can begin to bond with your pet right away.
Relieve Stress
Burning off that excess energy is a great way to relieve anxiety and stress. If we miss a day of play and the weather is kind of crummy for a while, Daisy will begin to act really anxious.
She paces, whines, and even bites her nails obsessively. Getting in that playtime is so very important, daily fetch time is key in having a stress-free dog.
Teaching Your Pet
Not every dog is born with a natural ability to catch. Daisy has been practicing for a very long time and still has quite the impressive blooper reel of sports follies that are nothing short of entertaining.
Check out this video of us playing fetch on the trampoline, enjoying the nice weather, and getting a few giggles in with the silliest most loveable dog I know. I think you will quickly see how we have all fallen so hard for this dog, and why we love playing fetch with her so much.
Be sure to check out Chuckit! and start bonding with your dog through the rewarding game of fetch, today!
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I don’t have a dog but often see dog owners playing with their dogs fetch in the park. Never realised its importance for the owner-dog relationship!
Iv never had a dog but have always had cats and definitely find he helps me to relax and destress and our bond is amazing they do become part of the family
you are so right! its a great way to spend time with your fur babies
I never thought that playing fetch with your dog has so many benefits not just for you but for your pet,too. Thanks for sharing this.
Well this is just about the cutest post and dog ever! My dog passed away 12 years ago and I’m still too sad about it to get another one hahaha – I’m a mess! thank you for sharing these beautiful reasons why playing and fetching with your pup is so beneficial. I miss it!
I’m sorry to hear that, it can be hard for sure, I felt bad when I got another pet after I lost my first dog. I have found it to be very beneficial and I try to make sure that I appreciate every second I get with my dogs, knowing it will end someday, too soon.
Your story sounds a bit like our first dog when I was a child, we fell in love and that was it. She was ours. Today, we travel so we don’t have any pets. Reading this made me miss that special bond.
It is hard to travel when you have pets, that’s for sure. We are so lucky that my mom lives nearby and helps while we go away. It does keep us from traveling often but Daisy makes me want to stick around more.
¡Tu perra es muy Bonita!
Your dog is so cute 😍
Thanks, her cuteness helps her get out of trouble pretty often.
Fetch is always fun to play with a pet dog. As you say, it gives you time to spend together which is so important and they are are also getting exercise which is great
I don’t own a dog but I agree the fetch playing with them is a great idea, you are letting your pets to learn while both of you are having fun.
Wow, I never knew that they are so many good things that fetching could do with my dog. I just do it to play with him.
I guess the tips can’t be more perfect for dog owners.
Thanks for the tips and you have inspired me to try out this game with my 5 years old dog. I am not sure if it is too late to play this game with me. I will try out and hope he enjoys it.
I think it’s worth a shot for sure! Good luck!
Oh, Melissa, she’s gorgeous!! I’m so glad you kept her, I loved the video and it really does go to show how something as small as throwing a ball for your dog can have so many benefits. Thank you for sharing this and for adopting and not shopping.
Thank you for stopping by and for the kind words, I am so happy I kept her too. I couldn’t imagine our lives without her now. She has us wrapped around her finger, for sure!
Our boxer loves our trampoline too! We love playing with our dog; it is very therapeutic and fun to boot!
That’s awesome, I bet your boxer and Daisy would have a blast together.
Our cocker spaniel loves to play in the trampoline too… great exercise for both of us 🙂
Playing or snuggling with our fur babies always makes me feel so much better after a long day! Your little one is adorable!
I love playing fetch with my pup, it is so much fun and really entertaining.
What a sweet story on how you adopt your adorable dog. Yes I do agree that they really need the attention from us and one of the things that we can do to bond with them is to play fetch or to run with them which is beneficial for both.
Thank you for the kind words and for stopping by!
Daisy is adorable! Dogs really are the best. Enjoy every sweet and playful moment with her!
I use to bring my dog to the park and play fetch. It’s fun and health for our pets.
Me and my dogs love to play and it is make us really happy and makes us even closer.
It’s something I always look forward to and enjoyable for both parties involved! What a sweet dog!
If we had a dog we’d play fetch and it seems like a really good way to bond with your dog x
Super cutie dog! you brought up a lot of really great points about bonding
such a happy little pup! I really want to get a family pet.
What a cutie! You’re right, spending time and playing fetch really does help to bond you! Love this.
Very interesting. Hadn’t thought about playing fetch in all those ways.