Colorful Cotton Rope Tug Toy for Dogs

Made from thick cotton rope in bright colors, this toy is built for pulling. Two people, or one person and a dog, can grab opposite ends for a game of tug-of-war, and it works just as well tossed across the yard for a chase. The rope is described as dense and firmly knotted, so the ends are meant to stay together through plenty of pulling.

It is sold for small, medium and large dogs, and puppies can carry it around too, though a young dog should always be supervised. Rope toys are for playing with you, not for unattended chewing, so pick it up when the game is over and check it often for loose or swallowed strands. If threads start to unravel, retire the toy.

Keep tug sessions friendly: let your dog win now and then, and teach a cue such as drop it so the game ends calmly. To clean, rinse the rope in warm water and let it air dry completely before the next game. It makes an easy gift for a birthday or holiday as well.