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Adam England

Does your dog get overexcited during tug of war? This trainer explains how to handle it

Woman playing tug with dog outside.

Tug of war is a fun activity for both human and canine, helping you to build a stronger bond and relationship with your pup and allowing them to let off some steam too. 

However, dogs can easily get a little overexcited when playing tug and enjoying some of the best dog toys – it’s understandable, after all, given the high-energy, physical nature of the game. But too much overexcitement could make the activity less fun for both of you, or even be dangerous if you have a bigger dog. 

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