Pet Talk: Why does my dog like sticks?

Pet Talk: Why does my dog like sticks?

DEAR PET TALK: Why does my dog like sticks? I can throw a stick and she’ll chase it. Sometimes she just picks up a stick and carries it with her. What’s going on? —Dog Mama DEAR DOG MAMA: Sticks are irresistible, particularly for certain breeds of dogs; particularly those who were bred to fetch and retrieve (retrievers, spaniels and shepherds). They have a deep-seated urge to retrieve and carry. Thus the game of “fetch” speaks to an ancient part…