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November 09, 2017

My doberman holds the tug by the handles instead of the bite area. How can I stop him from playing with the handles?

Full Question:

Hi Cindy,

I have The Power of Playing Tug online video, and have been playing tug with my doberman but when I let him win, some of the time he shuffles the tug in his mouth so he's holding the handle. Then he shakes it by the handle and brings it back. I tried cutting the handles off one but the he does the same but with the end of tug instead!

How can I stop him playing with the handles?

Cindy's Answer:

Attach a lightweight line or leash to the handle, and when you let him win, keep tension on the line so he can't do this. If he does try and starts mouthing it, use the line to quickly steal it away from him.

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