Pets often become attached to a specific dog toy, bed or blanket. Some even keep them from the time they are small pups on, coming back to play with them off and on. Most of the time, we assume they ...

Much in the same way humans can become addicted to online gaming or internet gambling, dogs can become addicted to their toys. That's the finding of new research that examined the behaviors of 105 ...

Some dogs never stop playing. They’ll chase a tennis ball until their paws give out or guard a squeaky toy like it’s made of gold. Pet owners often laugh it off as typical dog behavior, but ...

Obsessing isn’t just for humans. In a study out today, scientists have found evidence that dogs, too, can become addicted to certain objects—and especially, their favorite toy. The researchers ...

For some dogs, the thrill of the chase doesn't fade when the ball stops rolling. They'll paw at couch cushions, skip dinner, and wait by the door for one more throw. To many, it's an amusing quirk - ...

Ever watched a dog eat? They chow down hard, but for many not even food can keep their attention, and the sight of a special toy will instantly pull them away -- in what researchers say may be a sign ...

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Our canine companions may share certain behavioral vulnerabilities with us. A recent study examined the relationships some dogs develop with their toys, revealing troubling similarities to mechanisms ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Pets often become attached to a specific dog toy, bed or blanket. Some even keep them from the time they are small pups on, coming ...