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Addicted to Dog Toys

Monday, May 4, 2026stevedaleView original

Should there a Betty Ford Center for dogs? Many dogs love tennis balls, squeaky toys, or an endless game of fetch. According to new research, published in Scientific Reports, some dogs may take that enthusiasm to an extreme—displaying behavior that resembles toy addiction. A subset of highly play-motivated dogs may exhibit “addictive-like” behavior toward toys,…

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