Fetch isn’t doing what you think it’s doing. Repetitive back and forth fetch is not actually a very fulfilling activity for our dogs. It raises arousal and excitement and creates movement, but past that, it’s not very engaging. And it’s also pretty boring for most of us humans. While I do think fetch can play a part in an exercise routine for our dogs, it is not the best activity on its own if your goal is a calm, content dog at home. Here’s what I do with my dogs…