{"id":7411,"date":"2022-07-17T06:36:09","date_gmt":"2022-07-17T06:36:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/"},"modified":"2022-07-18T09:34:58","modified_gmt":"2022-07-18T09:34:58","slug":"why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Why do dogs play tug of war with other dogs?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Why_do_dogs_play_tug_of_war_with_other_dogs\" title=\"Why do dogs play tug of war with other dogs?\">Why do dogs play tug of war with other dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Will_tug_of_war_make_my_dog_aggressive\" title=\"Will tug of war make my dog aggressive?\">Will tug of war make my dog aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Should_I_let_my_two_dogs_play_fight\" title=\"Should I let my two dogs play fight?\">Should I let my two dogs play fight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Is_it_okay_for_dogs_to_play_tug_of_war_with_each_other\" title=\"Is it okay for dogs to play tug of war with each other?\">Is it okay for dogs to play tug of war with each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Why_do_dogs_like_to_play_tug_of_war_with_each_other\" title=\"Why do dogs like to play tug of war with each other?\">Why do dogs like to play tug of war with each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Does_tug_of_war_cause_aggression_in_dogs\" title=\"Does tug of war cause aggression in dogs?\">Does tug of war cause aggression in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Why_does_my_dog_shake_his_head_when_playing_tug_of_war\" title=\"Why does my dog shake his head when playing tug of war?\">Why does my dog shake his head when playing tug of war?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Is_it_OK_to_play_tug_of_war_with_dog\" title=\"Is it OK to play tug of war with dog?\">Is it OK to play tug of war with dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Does_playing_tug_make_a_puppy_aggressive\" title=\"Does playing tug make a puppy aggressive?\">Does playing tug make a puppy aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#How_long_should_you_play_tug_of_war_with_dog\" title=\"How long should you play tug of war with dog?\">How long should you play tug of war with dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Should_you_let_two_dogs_fight_it_out\" title=\"Should you let two dogs fight it out?\">Should you let two dogs fight it out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Should_I_let_my_dogs_play_bite_each_other\" title=\"Should I let my dogs play bite each other?\">Should I let my dogs play bite each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#How_do_you_get_two_dogs_to_stop_play_fighting\" title=\"How do you get two dogs to stop play fighting?\">How do you get two dogs to stop play fighting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#When_should_I_stop_my_dogs_from_play_fighting\" title=\"When should I stop my dogs from play fighting?\">When should I stop my dogs from play fighting?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Is_it_good_for_dogs_to_play_tug_of_war_together\" title=\"Is it good for dogs to play tug of war together?\">Is it good for dogs to play tug of war together?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Does_playing_tug_make_a_dog_aggressive\" title=\"Does playing tug make a dog aggressive?\">Does playing tug make a dog aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Should_dogs_play_with_toys_together\" title=\"Should dogs play with toys together?\">Should dogs play with toys together?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_play_tug_of_war_with_each_other\" title=\"Is it normal for dogs to play tug of war with each other?\">Is it normal for dogs to play tug of war with each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#What_does_it_mean_when_dogs_play_tug_of_war\" title=\"What does it mean when dogs play tug of war?\">What does it mean when dogs play tug of war?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Why_do_dogs_like_to_play_with_each_other\" title=\"Why do dogs like to play with each other?\">Why do dogs like to play with each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Why_you_shouldnt_play_tug_of_war_with_your_dog\" title=\"Why you shouldn&#8217;t play tug of war with your dog?\">Why you shouldn&#8217;t play tug of war with your dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Is_it_a_good_idea_to_play_tug_of_war_with_your_dog\" title=\"Is it a good idea to play tug of war with your dog?\">Is it a good idea to play tug of war with your dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Is_tug_of_war_bad_for_dogs_neck\" title=\"Is tug of war bad for dogs neck?\">Is tug of war bad for dogs neck?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-do-dogs-play-tug-of-war-with-other-dogs\/#Should_you_let_dog_win_tug_of_war\" title=\"Should you let dog win tug of war?\">Should you let dog win tug of war?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_play_tug_of_war_with_other_dogs\"><\/span>Why do dogs play tug of war with other dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most obvious benefit is the act of playing, which <b>provides mental and physical stimulation to your dog. Since the game is a collaborative game, and since it is dependent on you being on the other end of the rope, tug of war also serves to create trust and reinforce the human-dog bond.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_tug_of_war_make_my_dog_aggressive\"><\/span>Will tug of war make my dog aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Tug of war won&#8217;t make your dog aggressive, but it might intensify unwanted behaviors or patterns that are already present. Before you play tug of war, you need to set a few ground rules.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-183432\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Will-tug-of-war-make-my-dog-aggressive.jpg\" alt=\"Will tug of war make my dog aggressive?\" width=\"736\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Will-tug-of-war-make-my-dog-aggressive.jpg 736w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Will-tug-of-war-make-my-dog-aggressive-300x157.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_let_my_two_dogs_play_fight\"><\/span>Should I let my two dogs play fight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Play fight between dogs is only natural and should be allowed. It is a good exercise for your dog, a rehearsal for adulthood, and a good practice for socialization. However, play fights can sometimes turn into a real and dangerous fight.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_okay_for_dogs_to_play_tug_of_war_with_each_other\"><\/span>Is it okay for dogs to play tug of war with each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs can play tug-of-war with each other, and the same rules should apply. If your dogs show any truly aggressive dominant behavior while playing, they shouldn&#8217;t be allowed to engage in the game together. Your dog might even like to play tug-of-war alone: Tether Tug Dog Toy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_like_to_play_tug_of_war_with_each_other\"><\/span>Why do dogs like to play tug of war with each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many dogs love to play tug of war; it&#8217;s <b>a healthy display of their predatory nature. Tug of war provides great mental and physical exercise for your dog. It is also a wonderful way to reinforce the human-canine bond. As long as your dog is properly trained, you should have no qualms about playing this game together.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_tug_of_war_cause_aggression_in_dogs\"><\/span>Does tug of war cause aggression in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Tug of war won&#8217;t make your dog aggressive, but it might intensify unwanted behaviors or patterns that are already present. Before you play tug of war, you need to set a few ground rules.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5Abru4pI7Wo\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_shake_his_head_when_playing_tug_of_war\"><\/span>Why does my dog shake his head when playing tug of war?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs don&#8217;t always shake their heads when they play. They act this way to show that they are happy. When dogs shake their heads while playing, it can also mean that <b>they want to get their human&#8217;s attention. They want you to notice their silliness or mostly to play fetch or tug-o-war.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_play_tug_of_war_with_dog\"><\/span>Is it OK to play tug of war with dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>With an adult dog they will likely pull far harder than the puppy and <b>it is okay to match their level, but you should still avoid pulling harder than they do to avoid injury. Only use one toy for tug or war. The reason for this tip is that it teaches your dog that you don&#8217;t play tug of war with everything they find.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_playing_tug_make_a_puppy_aggressive\"><\/span>Does playing tug make a puppy aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While <b>teaching your dog to play tug of war will not make him aggressive, do not play tug of war with dogs that guard objects and\/or display aggression. We do not recommend that children play tug of war with dogs because the excitement level may be more difficult to control.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_you_play_tug_of_war_with_dog\"><\/span>How long should you play tug of war with dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to how long your games of tug should last that&#8217;s up to you and your dog. As long as you and your dog are having fun and it&#8217;s not too much for them you can make them last as long as you like. Generally my games with Laika are pretty intense, so they only last for <b>about 5 minutes<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-183433\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-long-should-you-play-tug-of-war-with-dog.jpg\" alt=\"How long should you play tug of war with dog?\" width=\"570\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-long-should-you-play-tug-of-war-with-dog.jpg 570w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-long-should-you-play-tug-of-war-with-dog-300x211.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_let_two_dogs_fight_it_out\"><\/span>Should you let two dogs fight it out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The dogs give each other warnings, like a growl or a curled lip, when one has annoyed the other. And warnings happen only occasionally. <b>You should only let your dogs work out their own arguments if there&#8217;s not much to work out in the first place<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_let_my_dogs_play_bite_each_other\"><\/span>Should I let my dogs play bite each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Roughhousing is just part of the fun and in most cases, it&#8217;s completely healthy, safe and harmless. However, sometimes it can become dangerous if a pup takes it too far. <b>It&#8217;s totally normal for dogs to play-bite, bark, chase, swipe, and lunge, as long as it&#8217;s in a gentle and friendly manner<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_two_dogs_to_stop_play_fighting\"><\/span>How do you get two dogs to stop play fighting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Avoid physical contact with your dog or cat during playtime to discourage dominant behavior. <b>Treats can be a great motivator to stop playful aggression, much like with any other form of training. If your dog starts getting rough, practice a command to get her to calm down. If she obeys, give her a treat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_stop_my_dogs_from_play_fighting\"><\/span>When should I stop my dogs from play fighting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Allow your pups to play fight until they are <b>about 4 months old. If they are still treating each other roughly, try to redirect their aggression by offering them toys when they start to bite at each other. Never use your hands when playing with your dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UvELQ94bLEQ\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_good_for_dogs_to_play_tug_of_war_together\"><\/span>Is it good for dogs to play tug of war together?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many dogs love to play tug of war; it&#8217;s a healthy display of their predatory nature. Tug of war provides great mental and physical exercise for your dog. It is also a wonderful way to reinforce the human-canine bond. As long as your dog is properly trained, you should have <b>no qualms about playing this game together.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_playing_tug_make_a_dog_aggressive\"><\/span>Does playing tug make a dog aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Play fight between dogs is only natural and should be allowed. It is a good exercise for your dog, a rehearsal for adulthood, and a good practice for socialization. However, play fights can sometimes turn into a real and dangerous fight.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_dogs_play_with_toys_together\"><\/span>Should dogs play with toys together?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But does playing Tug of War make your dog aggressive? <b>Tug of war played correctly will not encourage aggression in your dog or puppy. However, do not play tug of war with dogs that guard objects or display aggression as this may intensify aggressive tendencies the dog already has.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_play_tug_of_war_with_each_other\"><\/span>Is it normal for dogs to play tug of war with each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs can play tug-of-war with each other, and the same rules should apply. If your dogs show any truly aggressive dominant behavior while playing, they shouldn&#8217;t be allowed to engage in the game together. Your dog might even like to play tug-of-war alone: Tether Tug Dog Toy.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/W2svg6H6ZWE\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_dogs_play_tug_of_war\"><\/span>What does it mean when dogs play tug of war?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Benefits of Playing Tug. Tug <b>can promote impulse control, build confidence, and strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners. It is also a great way to burn off excess energy and keep your dog physically and mentally stimulated. By letting your dog win during a game of tug, you aren&#8217;t letting them dominate you.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_like_to_play_with_each_other\"><\/span>Why do dogs like to play with each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Play helps dogs cooperate as a group, and is about building social relationships in which humans also feature. Dogs prefer to play with people they know, and they are more likely to approach the winner of a game, but when they win a game against a person it does not lead to increased &#8216;dominance&#8217;.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_you_shouldnt_play_tug_of_war_with_your_dog\"><\/span>Why you shouldn&#8217;t play tug of war with your dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Tug of war played correctly will not encourage aggression in your dog or puppy. However, do not play tug of war with dogs that guard objects or display aggression as this <b>may intensify aggressive tendencies the dog already has<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_a_good_idea_to_play_tug_of_war_with_your_dog\"><\/span>Is it a good idea to play tug of war with your dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While <b>teaching your dog to play tug of war will not make him aggressive, do not play tug of war with dogs that guard objects and\/or display aggression. We do not recommend that children play tug of war with dogs because the excitement level may be more difficult to control.<\/b><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_183434\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-183434\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-183434\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-it-a-good-idea-to-play-tug-of-war-with-your-dog.jpg\" alt=\"Is it a good idea to play tug of war with your dog?\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-it-a-good-idea-to-play-tug-of-war-with-your-dog.jpg 600w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-it-a-good-idea-to-play-tug-of-war-with-your-dog-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-183434\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\">Why do dogs get aggressive all of a sudden?<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><b>Tug can promote impulse control, build confidence, and strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners. It&#8217;s an activity that taps into natural drives, making it a motivational, reinforcing, and high-value training tool.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_tug_of_war_bad_for_dogs_neck\"><\/span>Is tug of war bad for dogs neck?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1 Your suddenly aggressive dog <b>may have an injury or an illness that&#8217;s causing major discomfort and stress. Some possible causes of pain include arthritis, bone fractures, internal injuries, various tumors, and lacerations. Other illnesses may affect your dog&#8217;s brain, leading to seemingly unreasonable aggression.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_let_dog_win_tug_of_war\"><\/span>Should you let dog win tug of war?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is also a great way to burn off excess energy and keep your dog physically and mentally stimulated. <b>By letting your dog win during a game of tug, you aren&#8217;t letting them dominate you. 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