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Grandpa Wen Tried to Play Fetch With a Cat. Misty Took It Very Seriously.

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A bright yellow ball bounces across the green lawn, and Misty is locked onto it. Grandpa Wen crouches low in the grass, wearing a brown sweater vest, his hand still open from the toss and a wide, eager grin on his face. Misty crouches just in front of him, her fluffy cream body tensed and her blue eyes tracking the ball's every move. Potted plants line the wooden fence, a dark watering can sits by the patio, and it's a mild, bright afternoon in the backyard.

Believe it or not, plenty of cats enjoy fetch, and Ragdolls are among the breeds often said to pick up the game. Their people-focused, almost doglike nature makes them more likely than many cats to bring a toy back and wait for another throw. If your cat shows interest, start indoors with a lightweight ball or crinkly toy, toss it a short distance, and reward any return with praise or a treat. Keep sessions short and stop while your cat is still having fun. Choose toys large enough that they can't be swallowed, and avoid anything with loose strings or small parts. Playing outside should always be supervised in a secure area, ideally with a harness, since a cat chasing a ball isn't watching for hazards.

Interactive play is excellent exercise for indoor cats and helps strengthen the bond between pet and owner. For an older owner, a gentle game like this is fun without being too strenuous.

Whether Misty brings the ball back or simply admires it from a distance, Grandpa Wen clearly considers the game a huge success.

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