How to Braid a Dog's Tugs
Without exercise, a dog can become bored, destructive and aggressive. It's an essential part of a dog's life, and they need adequate amounts every day. Different sizes and breeds of dogs require different amounts of play, and there are easy exercises you can do without even leaving your home. If the weather isn't permitting a walk or you don't have the energy, making your dog a tug toy will work instead. A dog's tugs are playtime favorites and are easy create for a low cost.
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Instructions
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Cut three pieces of rope measuring 30 inches each. Match all the ends together evenly. Tie a large slipknot and then another knot toward one of the ends.
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Tape down the knot you just created on a table or hard working surface. This will prevent it from moving around while you are braiding the rope.
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Separate the three ropes, and refer to them as 1, 2 and 3 -- from left to right. Put rope 1 over rope 2, and rope 3 over rope 1.
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Continue placing the left-outside string over the middle string, and then the right-outside string over the middle string. Stop when you are 2 inches from the end of your ropes.
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Tie another double knot at the ends of your ropes. Make sure that the knots are tight. Test with the dog, to see if it likes the tug.
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Create more tugs following this pattern, making them shorter or longer according to your preference. This allows you to have tugs in different areas of the house.
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Tips & Warnings
For smaller dogs, use thinner rope.
Stronger dogs require stronger and thicker rope.
Like all toys, make sure your dog doesn't chew and ingest the rope.
References
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