Tug of War and Aggression

The Game of tug of war does not cause aggression in dogs. A well managed tug game is a great way to have fun with your dog. You can also use this game as a way to teach your dog impulse control. When playing a safe game of Tug with your dog make sure you allow them to win sometimes. Read on to learn more on Tug of War and Aggression. 

Benefits: 

Promote impulse control 

Build confidence 

Strengthen bond between dogs and owners 

Activity that taps into a dogs natural drives making it reinforcing, motivational and high value training tool 

Great way to burn off excess energy 

Mental and Physical Stimulation 

Always trade for the tug toy to avoid resource guarding.

Never leave tug toy out

Teach a Drop it, or Out cue 

Tug is not for every dog just remember your dog likes what they like so make sure to note and adjust games according to that.