Proper Ways to Play Tug-of-War with Your Dog

A lot of people think playing tug-of-war with your dog leads to aggression. As of the time of writing this article the thinking is if tug-of-war and similar games are managed properly dogs do not end up aggressive. 

Above Photo Courtesy of Showy Shih Tzu Love

Sometimes when playing tug-of-war with your dog the dog might just snap at your hand. The reason is probably more that the owner did not set effective boundaries rather than it being due to playing tug-of-war. You need to teach the dog the rules of the game effectively. The game of tug-of-war can actually provide some great mental and physical stimulation as well as teach the dog self-control.

In fact, police dogs and canine athletes are sometimes rewarded with a game of tug-of-war after excellent performances in searches and sports such as flyball.

Dogs that should not participate in games of tug-of-war might include:

• Dog who have a history of aggression toward other animals or humans probably should not engage in games of tug-of-war
• Dogs easily aroused and cannot settle down quickly may become over stimulated during games of tug-of-war

Steps of starting tug-of-war with your dog include:

1. You should start the game. Do not allow your dog to start tug-of-war with you.
2. Throughout the game maintain control. If your dog starts to get over stimulated, obsessed or overly aggressive about grabbing the toy, take charge and end the game.
3. The dog should always be well trained and under control and release the toy upon your command.
4. Watch the dog's tail. If the tail is wagging continue the game as it means he or she is happily playing. If the tail stops wagging it could be a sign to stop the game. A dog can happily wag its tail and play-growl at the same time. So long as his tail is wagging, even if play growling, take this as a sign to continue the game.

You need to protect the dogs mouth and teeth during games of tug-of-war. Choose your toys wisely. Toys can include:

• soft toys such as a piece of towel tied in a knot
• a piece of rope
• commercially made tug toys that are pliable and soft

Things to remember about this game are:

• Always let the dog win
• If you are playing with a puppy, keep in mind he or she still has baby teeth, so be careful and pull gently if any at all. It is probably best to leave the pulling up to the pup and keep the game short.

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