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Opal Held Up the Toy and Said the Magic Word. Butterscotch Was Already Running.

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Opal holds a small toy high in the air, laughing, while Butterscotch bounds across the backyard, his paws mid-stride and his fluffy tail streaming behind him. His eyes are fixed on the prize in her hand, and his whole body is ready to pounce the moment she tosses it. She's dressed in her green cardigan and grey tee, her grey curls bouncing as she leans into the game. A laundry basket with a few towels, terracotta pots, a watering can, and a few garden tools lean against the fence in the busy yard behind them.

Many people are surprised to learn that some cats will play fetch. It's especially common in cats who love chasing small toys, and they often teach themselves by bringing an object back to be thrown again. Playing fetch or chase is excellent exercise, helping keep a cat at a healthy weight and burning off energy that might otherwise go into mischief. Lightweight toys like crinkle balls, small plush mice, or soft pom-poms work well. Avoid anything with strings, rubber bands, or small parts that could be swallowed, and put interactive toys away after play so they're special when they come back out.

Butterscotch clearly has plenty of energy to burn, and Opal is having just as much fun as he is. Who says fetch is only for dogs?

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