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Why Dogs Love Tennis Balls: The Science Behind Their Favorite Fetch Toy

A dog with a tennis ball
The US Open Tennis Tournament is in full swing at the Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing, Queens and, over the next two weeks, New York City will be all about tennis. For some dogs, every day is about tennis—tennis balls, more specifically. What is it about tennis balls that makes them so popular with dogs? Their yellow-green color might help answer that question.

Summer Food Hazards for Dogs

A dog sitting in the grass
One of the best things about summer is the food. If you’re like me, going to the farmer’s market for seasonal food, like fresh fruit and corn on the cob, is a joy. Add those summer treats to your backyard picnic of hot dogs, burgers and shish kebabs and you have a memorable summer evening. However, what many families don’t realize is the threat these culinary delights pose to their dogs, in part, because they are difficult to identify quickly using routine x-rays.