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Rose Wound Up and Threw the Yellow Ball. Yeti Was Already Gone.

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The yellow ball is already sailing through the air, and Yeti is off like a shot. Rose stands in her big backyard in a long cable-knit cardigan and jeans, arm still outstretched from the throw, laughing with pure delight. Yeti bounds across the grass in front of her, mouth open in a wide grin, his fluffy tail bouncing and his white coat rippling with every stride. A tall wooden fence surrounds the yard, a watering can and potted plants line the garden bed, and a few lawn chairs wait under the trees on this grey but cheerful afternoon.

Samoyeds were bred as working dogs, so they generally have plenty of energy and need regular exercise to stay happy and well-behaved. A game of fetch in a securely fenced yard is a great outlet, combining running with a bit of training. Keep the ball an appropriate size, large enough that it can't be swallowed or lodged in the throat, and retire toys that are chewed into pieces. Tennis-style balls can wear down teeth over time if chewed constantly, so rubber balls made for dogs are a good alternative. On warm days, keep play sessions short and offer water and shade, since that thick double coat can make a Samoyed prone to overheating. For owners with limited mobility, a ball launcher or a long-handled thrower can make fetch easier on the shoulders and back while still giving the dog a great workout.

One toss, one happy dash, and two big smiles. In Rose's backyard, a simple game of fetch never seems to get old.

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