Most dogs are passionate about playtime. Whether it’s a walk or a game of fetch, they seem to have endless energy for it.

These activities help keep them mentally sharp and physically active.

Still, not every dog jumps into the action. Some prefer to stay back, especially when surrounded by quicker or more energetic companions.

Zoey, a gentle Labrador from North Carolina, enjoys playtime too, but she usually lets her faster siblings take the lead.

A Catch That No One Saw Coming

Zoey’s parents knew she liked to hang back while her siblings, Zayda and Zillo, chased after toys. They always made sure she felt included.

She rarely chased the ball herself, knowing she wouldn’t reach it first. Most of the time, she waited patiently, even if it meant not getting the ball.

But she didn’t see

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