The Lead
The sniffari is officially having a moment.
Instead of treating a walk like a mission from point A to point B, dog people are slowing down and letting their dogs lead with their noses.
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Why dog people should care Sniffing walks can give dogs mental stimulation, help them process their world, and turn an ordinary walk into something richer. |
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The Fetch take: your dog is not dawdling. Your dog is reading the neighborhood. |
Quick Fetches
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Stanley Pup returned with 32 rescue dogs. The NHL’s adoption-forward special brought rescue dogs, team spirit, a miniature rink, and one extremely good champion named Zeev Boop-Em. Read about Stanley Pup → |
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The 7-second pavement test is back in season. If the back of your hand cannot comfortably stay on the pavement for seven seconds, it is too hot for your dog’s paws too. Read Cornell’s tips → |
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A serious pet parasite is back on the FDA’s radar. The FDA issued an emergency authorization for generic Nitenpyram tablets to treat New World Screwworm infestations in pets, especially relevant for dog people in Texas, New Mexico, and nearby areas. Read FDA update → |
One More Smile
A golden retriever opened a kissing booth in Massachusetts.
Driver, a 3-year-old golden retriever in Waltham, has been greeting passersby from a neighborhood “kissing booth” window — free kisses, tail wags, and a little reminder to pass the joy along.
Meet Driver →
Dog Lover Check-In
What’s the most weirdly human thing your dog does?
The dramatic sigh. The judgmental stare. Sitting like they pay rent. Having a bedtime routine more specific than yours.
Hit reply with one sentence. We may feature a few favorites in a future edition of The Fetch.
Thanks for spending part of your Sunday with us. We started The Fetch because life feels a little better with dogs in it — and we’re glad you’re here.
See you next week. Until then, stay cool, let them sniff, and give your dog an extra kiss from us.
