SodaPup USA-K9 Stars & Stripes – Durable Dog Tug Toy, Chew Toy, & Treat Dispenser Made in USA from Non-Toxic, Pet-Safe, Food Safe Natural Rubber for Bonding, Mental & Physical Exercise, & More

Price: $15.99
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Product Description

Your dog wants nothing more than to play with you and many dogs love to play tug of war; it’s a healthy display of their predatory nature. Tug of war provides great mental and physical exercise for your dog. It’s also a wonderful way for you to strengthen your bond with your fur baby, help them build confidence, and teach them self-control. As long as your dog is properly trained, you should have no qualms about playing this game together.

SodaPup has a wide selection of tug toys with tons of fun shapes, designs, colors and sizes for you to choose from; after all, variety is the spice of life for your dogs as well as yourself! All Sodapup toys are made in USA from the safest proprietary materials that are non-toxic, pet-safe, food-safe, and top rack dishwasher safe. Our products provide tremendous value because they’re built to last. Even though our tug toys are very durable, tug toys are not designed for heavy chewing, so don’t leave your dog alone with them.

While tug-of-war is fun, and there can be many benefits related to tug games, as with anything else, there are some situations in which tug-of-war may not be the best activity for a dog. Dogs that have a history of aggression (toward animals or humans) can often take tug games too seriously. In those cases, there are better options for games. High-arousal dogs that can’t settle down and tend to become over stimulated are also not the best candidates for tug games.

How to Play Tug-of-War in a Healthy, Safe Way

There are several steps to initiating tug-of-war with your dog in a safe way. To begin, the tug game should be initiated by you, and throughout the game, keep in mind that you are in control. This means if the dog appears to be over stimulated, obsessed, or is overly aggressive about grabbing the toy, you should take charge and end the game. In tug-of-war, the dog should always be well trained and under control enough that he will follow your command to release the toy. Keep in mind that some dogs, when happily playing tug-of-war, will begin to play-growl. As long as the dog’s tail is wagging, and it is clear that he is playing, the game can continue. If you sense that the dog is so intense that he won’t release the toy, it’s time for a break.

One of the most important things to know about tug-of-war is to always let the dog win. Also, if you are playing tug with a puppy, keep in mind that his jaws are not fully matured, and he still has baby teeth. You should only do very gentle pulling, if any at all, and keep the game short.

Keep in mind that when playing tug-of-war you want to protect the dog’s mouth and teeth. This means you should not use anything hard or with sharp edges (such as a big stick) when playing tug. Toys for tug games should be soft. Sodapup offers a wide array of all natural rubber tug toys as well as rubber toys with ropes attached for tugging. These are good, safe options that won’t hurt your dog.

Durability

We specialize in innovative toys for power chewers. SodaPup natural rubber toys are made with a proprietary power chewer compound called PuppyPrene. Our rubber toys come in three compounds: Original for most power chewers, Puppy (only available in pink) for the tender mouths of teething pups, and Magnum, our signature black formula for dogs that destroy everything! Note: not all pink toys are made for puppies. SodaPup nylon toys are made from our proprietary PETstrong material. Our nylon toys are super durable and designed to be one size-fits-all: thin enough for the smallest chewers yet large enough for bigger dogs. While nearly all of our toys are made from nylon or natural rubber, we do have a few toys that are made from TPE (thermoplastic elastomer), which is a form of synthetic rubber.

Safety

Safety is our top concern and that’s why we have developed the safest non-toxic pet toy materials on the market that are also Food-Safe, BPA- and phthalate-free. Our toys are also dishwasher safe (top rack), making clean-up simple. Furthermore, our proprietary nylon and natural rubber materials have high tear strength to resist destruction.

Made in USA

We understand that we live in a global economy, but we also believe that if our products can be made at home, then we should produce them here. Manufacturing overseas exploits cheap labor, lowers standards for the planet, and compromises quality control. As a veteran-owned business we believe in keeping jobs in America. We believe it results in higher quality products that are produced ethically and responsibly.

Not all dogs, and not all dog parents are alike. At SodaPup, we’ve created unique collections to appeal to different audiences. Our brands include USA-K9 (inspired by military objects and built to withstand the demanding use of professional K9 handlers in law enforcement and the military), Industrial Dog (inspired by American tradesmen and women), Spotnik (inspired by dogs in space), MuttsKickButt (inspired by iconic American objects) and, of course, SodaPup (inspired by our favorite iconic American junk food). We’ve also launched a healthy dog treat brand called Dogtastic. Like our toys, our dog treats are made in the USA and made from only human-grade ingredients. Most of our treats are gluten-free, sugar-free, soy-free and salt-free. Your dogs will love them, and they work beautifully inside our wide array of treat dispensers and treat puzzles for dogs.

At SodaPup we believe that our choices define us. We’re not just a company driven by the bottom line. We’re committed to doing business in ways that are good for people and the planet, not to mention your dog. All our products are manufactured in the USA where we can ensure the integrity of our materials, our process and ultimately our quality. Our toys are built to last so that your hard-earned dollars go farther, even if you have a four-legged toy destroyer in your life!

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Benefits
Relieve separation stress, prevent destructive chewing, provide mental stimulation, reduce excessive barking, calm nervous or over-excited dogs, keep dogs occupied & entertained, slow down fast eaters, soothe sore gums of teething puppies Clean teeth & freshen breath, prevent destructive chewing, relieve separation stress, calm nervous or over-excited dogs, provide mental stimulation, keep dogs occupied & entertained Strengthen human-canine bond, provide mental & physical exercise, help dog use up excess energy, build confidence, teach self-control Promote mental stimulation, provide treats without over-feeding, elicit calming & soothing effect, distract from stressful situations, keep dogs busy & entertained, promote fresh breath, healthy teeth & gums, stimulate saliva to aid digestive health Strengthen human-canine bond, provide mental & physical exercise, relieve separation stress, prevent destructive chewing, calm nervous & over-excited dogs, keep dogs occupied & entertained Strengthen human-canine bond, provide physical exercise, help dog use up excess energy, build confidence, teach self-control

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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 3 x 3 x 3 inches; 0.81 ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ K9SAS1R-600
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ December 13, 2018
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ SodaPup
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07LC6ZY1C
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA

FUN MULTIPURPOSE DOG TOY – This All-American Stars & Stripes toy is made from our durable, chewable natural rubber material and has sturdy rope attached for tugging. It also has an opening which can be filled with wet or dry food. Large 3” diameter.
BENEFITS OF TUG TOYS – Strengthen human-canine bond, provide mental & physical exercise, help dog use up excess energy, build confidence, & teach self-control. Tug toys are not designed for chewing, so don’t leave your dog alone with them.
DURABLE NATURAL RUBBER – Made from our proprietary power chewer compound called PuppyPrene, which come in 3 compounds: Original for power chewers, Puppy for teething pups, & Magnum, our signature black formula for dogs that destroy everything.
NON-TOXIC & DISWASHER SAFE – Our toys are made from the safest non-toxic proprietary materials, which have high tear strength to resist destruction, pass strict safety regulation, like Proposition 65, are BPA- & phthalates-free, & food-safe.
VETERAN-OWNED & MADE IN THE USA – Our US-based operations ensure that we keep production & jobs in America, operate to the highest standards, and provide products that are produced ethically, responsibly, sustainably and safely.