The BEST way to PLAY TUG with Your Dog

The best way to play TUG with your dog requires understanding a couple of things that I explain in this video.
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In this video I help Harold and Rio learn the finer points of playing tug. There are usually very small things that can change the game and i address them in this lesson. They include, frustrating the dog through misses, proper handling while the dog is engaged on the tug and building possessiveness over the tug. As well in the member lesson we address obedience.
Whether you're a beginner dog trainer or just learning some new tricks, this is a great lesson.
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[@RobertCabralDogs]

Love this video? Full version and lots more on my site robertcabral.com/training/yt

[@bullykingjonah8391]

AWESOME real life training session Keep At Mr. Cabral ❤💪🎯

[@RuseMediaVideo]

I skipped forward and saw two grown men playing tug. Instant like! Haha

[@lilypeate5601]

Oh my god I loved that bit😂😂 that’s exactly what I was thinking

[@MashaT22]

That was the best part! 😂😂😂

[@jessicanelson1050]

🤣😂🤪

[@coreynoble3919]

It takes two to tango lol

[@CamilleGG451]

Meanwhile the dogs are watching and saying to each other "see? I KNEW that toy was valuable!" 🤓

[@Luciferdelight]

More on training the BITE part pls =)

[@oussamaghidhaoui9727]

Hi. I'm from Tunisia first-time owner of malinois and I just wanted to thank you for the great service you're offering with this video You have no idea how much I appreciate it and how much you helped me thank you and keep up the great work you are doing thanks again

[@dognerd7385]

Thank you! This is so helpful to me. I've been struggling to get my dog to hold on to the tug just like the dog in the beginning of the video. I used the flirt pole and the "out" too much with him. He began to see more value in chasing the toy than actually catching and possessing it. I have been using your tips for building frustration and tugging. Only issue I'm having now is holding onto the tug! I only outweigh him by 15lbs on a good day. He drags me around the park and I'm sure many onlookers have gotten a good laugh XD Another thing that has really helped him understand the value of the tug was to stop letting him chase the toy. Whenever he either let go of the tug or lost his grip, I put him in an obedience command. By doing so, I made him stop moving and calm down a little. He hates both those things so it became great motivation to not let go.

[@Ameerkat]

Love playing tug with my malinois!

[@lebanesedude5190]

Robert will make tug entertaining with any creature lol

[@ghiawafa3353]

This is what I needed. Learned a lot.. need my dog to build confidence on bite. And possession. Thanks!

[@stanlibuda96]

Love to see you work with the dogs and their owners, I always learn a lot

[@seanmcne]

Fantastic content! Thanks for taking the time to do this and put it up on KZbin!

[@rmbtd]

So freaken awesome to watch!

[@Stringman1950]

Excellent. Working well for my bird dog’s releases. Thx.

[@LauraHopkinsCDL]

Just looking round your new web site. Wow. I have some catching up to do Robert . Thank you : ) It is amazing.

[@johnjackson6241]

Hi Robert, learned to play tug with my GSD Bonn when he was a pup, by watching a previous video of yours. Great way to really bond and to reward when adding some obedience to it. Keep up the great tutorials, I am a member of your online classes and look forward to Thursday morning when I receive them here in the UK.

[@McBadgersDad]

My Great Dane's favorite game. Thanks for what you do Robert!

[@jasonyeung9310]

This is awesome, thanks Robert!! I need to try this with my standard poodle, his bite is off just like in this video. Perfect!!

[@LauraHopkinsCDL]

The full lesson is packed with great advice. Love the new web site. Got so involved I had cold food : ) Worth it though. Thank you : )

[@RobertCabralDogs]

Lol thanks Laura

[@SPARTACO1974]

Thank you Robert, I've been watching your videos for 2 months, and I can clearly say that you are a true master. On March 25, I will have a new family member, an 8-week-old Malinois puppy, who comes from a very famous breeding in Italy, Casa Bellegarde Di Cinzia Bisio. The owner keeps the female and puppies in her house, and gives them the best possible attention. I learned a lot from your videos and I want to thank you for your time so that we and our dog can have an excellent life. God bless you for everything you do for us. Thanks Robert.

[@Karina-Loves-Andreas]

Gosh, I'd love to hear & see how you guys do. I have a VERY WELL BRED German Shepherd, but made so many mistakes because I didn't know better. Robert Cabral is awesome--if you are following his training methods, I expect you will have a TRULY EXCELLENT dog!!!❤❤❤

[@NIKHILKUMAR-nv6jm]

The tug videos are my favourite👍

[@keithlocke3415]

I have used your previous videos on training my dog tug of war. IT WORKS. My dog's (Labrador) tug is focused and intense. People are always amazed that kids can be playing, cars driving by, other dogs playing, but, my dog is focused on playing tug. I will say one thing though, I don't do the miss stuff, me or my dog have issues setting it up so that the tug is gotten in those situations. I have been bit a few too many times trying the miss stuff. Maybe I can try it again, maybe I should wear gloves. Stay safe.

[@RobertCabralDogs]

the misses are good for building more intense drive. yes, you can catch a bite, but practice makes perfect.. and a few scars :)

[@Karina-Loves-Andreas]

@@RobertCabralDogs hahaha. I love my stinker so much, a couple minor scars is worth the price of admission, lol. But he's TOO careful not to nip me!!❤ (But lots of scars from before prong collar and teaching loose leash heel, teaching leash sensitivity, it was as bad as it gets).

[@TeslaNick2]

That's just part of the game. I get nicks and cuts all the time from tug. I find it really helps if you video yourself playing tug. The problem is almost always you moving your hand last minute or the dog is targeting the handle or the slowest moving part.

[@Peace4MEarth]

God you are good Robert,

[@VongolaPimox]

My puppy run away with the toy 😂

[@naokookada9885]

Wow great video. Thank you! I wish I could play tug with Robert as well to learn how to play with my pup properly! Hahaha

[@CoachEd78]

I just learned a Lot. Thanks. And my dog Murphy says thanks as well for giving him structure and balance. What kind of tug toy brand do you recommend?

[@Karina-Loves-Andreas]

It's on his website. Good luck❤

[@parkergammon760]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Secret1one2]

I don't have the stamina to keep playing tug without breaks 😂 Luckily my Shar Pei really enjoys killing it once he got it, so i get time to get my breath inbetween fights

[@sarahk1965]

K but that intro was sick.

[@BobBeazley]

My cattle dog will occasionally bite at the toy where my hand is to get me to let go and drop the toy for him

[@LauraHopkinsCDL]

Beautiful Robert . Frustratingly I cannot do this with Zed at the moment due to my ulcer, Doctors orders. We usually do as you do a little every day and she comes right back for more every time just like Goofy. Zed rags it hard when she wins it : ) I have put you in my 3 Highly Recommended Dog Trainer video and listed you on my home page, hope that was ok. Thank you . I so want to play tug with my dog as I miss it big time. Old age is cruel lol : )

[@RobertCabralDogs]

Thank you Laura. I appreciate it!

[@Karina-Loves-Andreas]

Old age IS cruel, but great dogs help force us to remain young. I put on a TON of weight during COVID, have never been in as bad shape. I get short of breath on long walks and short jogs with my Gernan Shepherd...but nothing gets me more motivated to push myself than he does, because he needs it and I "owe" it to him.

[@lumpvision5746]

I have a 2 year old Boxer who has a soft bite until it's tug time. It's REALLY easy to get his prey drive up and then it's game on! I have to pay more attention to what he does when I let him have the tug toy. I don't remember if he comes back for more or runs away with it.

[@Karina-Loves-Andreas]

Any advice on how you get his prey drive up first? It's hit or miss with my GSD, can't figure it out. But seems best after I've left the house & left him alone for awhile, THEN he's more motivated and begging to play.

[@TeslaNick2]

@@Karina-Loves-Andreas Keep at it. He's just distracted because you've not built sufficient drive for the game yet. It will come.

[@rugeramerican308]

Big question!!!! How should you end the game?

[@TeslaNick2]

I use "enough" and always end with the dog wanting more.

[@frame-works]

Hi Robert, Love your videos and we watch it slot as advice to train our 5 months husky lady puppy. One Thing that we don't find a proper solution for tho is, her laying down behaviour. When we walk her and don't let her interact with other dogs, she just falls down on the ground, and I really mean it, she is not laying down, she falls. She does not move a muscle. What works is that we just drop the leash and continue to Walk like nothing happens and don't pay any attention to her, she hates that. But of course that's not always possible. Do you have a advise?

[@Karina-Loves-Andreas]

Oh my goodness, no advice, but that's funny as heck!! My German Shepherd's "BFF" is a Husky, I've grown to love the vocal & hardheaded breed. My friend's Husky comes with a lot of challenges, but ALSO many unappreciated stellar strengths...I bet you're does, too...

[@ccam001]

Do you have an affiliate link for the tug you are using or recommend?

[@RobertCabralDogs]

Yes on my site robertcabral.com/training/yt

[@jpucci72]

It's really hard to get my dog interested in toys, which is a shame because it makes it harder to get her energy out with ways that are not obedience. When she does get interested, she just wants to toss it around herself. I'm trying to find ways to keep her engaged with me.

[@infinitusfinitus]

Maybe you could trying running away, changing direction frequently? My border collie loves chasing me more than pretty much any toy.

[@xkillerxsaiyanxgoku6629]

This! Is the video that i need to train my dog (Boerboel) bite force. Very much thank you for making this, i,m ging to subscribe you, and watching much of your videos.

[@numnutz4317]

Malinois don't quit, there is a difference in breed. I've had Bull breeds for many years. This is my first Mal and his pray drive is 5 fold of any Bulldog I've had. Mals just don't quit. My Mal is 9mo old, by 5mos his bite was perfect. He would not out no matter what until told.

[@brum4366]

Exactly my experience I have a 3 yr old bully and shes a librarian compared to my 10 mo Mal I just rescued. Fun times lol.

[@mikebottorff593]

I have a 3.5 month old dobermen I play tag with soft toys I get him going he brings everything back it's so impressive what the dog can do already. when should I move to a normal tug or do I have a while?

[@RobertCabralDogs]

Puppy tug

[@Karina-Loves-Andreas]

Interpretation of Robert's advice: start now....😂😄🐾

[@hunterbarnett2141]

My dogs both don't want anything to do with the tug toy no matter what I try to do they won't bite the tug. One just nibbles at it with her front teeth and the other one doesn't want it in his mouth at all. How do I get them interested in the tug?

[@jessicanelson1050]

What should one do If the dog wants to tug and is committed but then once the "tug" is released the dog want to just chew on it? Should you just take it back and restart the "tug"? Should the game end?

[@TeslaNick2]

Hook a line up to the tug and rip it away before the dog settles in to dissect/consume the tug. You can also try the two toy method, use a second tug to tempt the dog back into the game. Terriers typically prefer to destroy the toy rather than play the game.

[@jessicanelson1050]

@@TeslaNick2 Thank you for the tip(s).

[@backyardliberty6028]

HIS DOG HAVE A LOW DRIVE FOR TOYS

[@myjunkmail007]

My dog loves to tug. But I have to bring it to him to initiate. Once he has it, he'd rather take it somewhere and chew on it. Not bring it back to me for another tug. Any suggestions?

[@infinitusfinitus]

When my dog doesn't bring a toy back, I turn around and pretend I'm leaving, like she's bored me. Works every time.

[@duhduu6658]

I wonder if anyone was walking by watching two adults play tug o war lol

[@sebg2086]

what the brand of that toy?

[@makhuduj.masotla1251]

What breed is this dog?

[@Karina-Loves-Andreas]

He's a gorgeous old Malinois. Not for the faint of heart, or for people that can't exercise rigorously a minimum of 1 hour daily PLUS additional training & direct engagement time. But fabulous dogs, IF you can meet their HIGH needs (otherwise, expect to rehome. And since you've been warned--feel like a failure if you have to rehome. Very, intensely needy dogs).❤

[@vicchico9322]

Looks like a Spanish alano. The clients dog that is. Not Goofy

[@shanemchugh4070]

Can't beat a good tug

[@markvidales]

Once my dog is out in the open like where you guys are he’s sniffing everything for about 10 minutes before he will do is on me but does get distracted easily at home he’s on me like white on rice

[@regenindergosse]

Yup. You're probably pretty boring. Run with your dog, go slow, find "random" treats, give him a job and as long as he's not interested in you, long leash.

[@JB_Hobbies]

My dog hasn’t met a toy that isn’t a tug toy . . . . 🙄

[@benjaminAgagne]

I literally just posted on Instagram about this. Promise that I’m not steeling your material.

[@zlatko.novakovic]

How do we end the game, we never saw that?

[@bryangaspar3411]

thought this was cassian from john wick 2

[@rewghob]

Why does this dog need to be taught this and is it just for use with big dogs like this?

[@Snuckster2]

as a training tool/reward my dude will learn a new trick within a few repetitions if he thinks he gets to bite his tug

[@TeslaNick2]

There are so many reasons to play tug. I do it with any dog that is willing to give it a go for pure fun and nothing else. Other reasons I play tug: it builds confidence, coordination and engagement. Tug is a game of possession and teaches dogs the different modes of possession. Training as part of play removes conflict and you are training in drive. I strong tug game is also a very powerful motivator to use as a reward. Play also ignites the seeking system which stops the fear, rage and panic systems so can be a powerful tool in counter conditioning.

[@LeonBosset]

I'm not really sure what you are going for here. Wish you would have inserted a short explanation at the beginning.

[@Karina-Loves-Andreas]

At some point, being able to use a toy\tug as a reward is very helpful in obedience. Plus, for some working breeds, very important if you want to go further and do "dog sports". But if you have a very sweet pet that doesn't "need" it, may not be an issue for you. They give us so much, don't they? Whatever they need, to live their happiest, best dog lives. PS: my German Shepherd WOULD have better quality of life & training with a better bite & toy drive. But maybe not so important in some happy go lucky dogs. Best wishes & luck to you!🐾💜

[@Anson7777]

You're NOT an old man ... I'm a woman BTW

[@RickWeiner13]

Why wear the mask at all? Lol just take it off.

[@maldad9073]

It's so sad that I noticed it right away as well. The conditioned response we teach our dogs works just as well on people too apparently.

[@stevelamberto5424]

Masks dont work we are so programmed

[@margaretmeaker2830]

@@stevelamberto5424 agree

[@regenindergosse]

What the... of course masks work lol. Who told you this bs 😂

[@stevelamberto5424]

@@regenindergosse doctors ssid it the virus is .oo1 micron that is so small. These masks start stoping things at .400 . Imagine a chain link fence and you throw a handful of sand at it 98 percent of the sand goes thru. All virus go thru . If masks worked then why were people still getting the so called virus when wearing it. If it worked then why did fauci say to wear 2 masks. Yesh they work keep believing the msm and your bs govt.