KONG Tug Dog Toy, Red/Black

by Kong

Product Features

• Innovative, dual-material toy for safe, controlled games of tug
• Super-strong Kong rubber grips and durable nylon rings
• Control-Flex technology prevents dangerous snap-back
• Made in the USA of nontoxic, extremely durable natural rubber and Nylon
• Measures 16-1/4 by 5-1/2 by 3/4 inches

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.8 x 16.3 inches ; 8.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FEN1NO
• Item model number: KG1
• Average Customer Review: 2.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,683 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Tugging is one of a dog's most instinctive activities. In the wild, it's an important part of how packmates feed cooperatively, and in domesticated environments, it's a great energy expender for the active, playful canine. But it's important to carefully control when, how, and where a dog plays tug with a human. One of the most crucial factors is to have a toy dedicated to the game, so dogs won't think it's OK to start tugging on your socks or the leash. With this innovative, dual-material toy, Kong brings their legendary quality and durability to the game of tug. Flexible and super-strong grips are made from Kong's proprietary rubber formulation, while the rings feature durable nylon construction. Original "Control-Flex" technology prevents the toy from snapping back into one of the players' faces, promoting a safe, controlled version of a game that can sometimes get out of hand. The Kong tug measures 16-1/4 by 5-1/2 by 3/4 inches and is suitable for all sizes and breeds. --Mary Park

Product Description

KONG combines two super-strong materials to create the perfect tug toy with control-flex technology for interactive play.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars bad toy, June 26, 2007

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SKYA "SKYA" (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: KONG Tug Dog Toy, Red/Black (Misc.)

This toy is real easy for a dog to destroy. The rubber holding the 2 rings together can be easily ripped apart by a large dog- I have 4 Goldens and it didn't take long for them to realize that the rubber gives way.Don't buy it.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Design gone wrong, June 10, 2007

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Stanley N. Brodsky "Stan" (New Mexico) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: KONG Tug Dog Toy, Red/Black (Misc.)

I volunteer at a no-kill animal shelter, and from time to time bring toys in for the dogs. I saw this toy, and figured it would be great for all the medium sized and large dogs there, for playing tug-of-war with me. Sadly, I was wrong. After a few times with larger dogs, it broke in half. Also, some of the dogs didn't want to play tug-of-war with this toy (I don't know why), and chose others to play with.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Flawed Design, January 29, 2008

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Voluntaryist (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: KONG Tug Dog Toy, Red/Black (Misc.)

Bought this tug based on the good reputation of the Kong brand. All other Kong toys have held up very, very well. This tug only has "Kong rubber" at the ends and in the middle. The sides are exposed, red plastic. Our dogs immediately went to work on the red plastic and had it torn apart in 2 days. If only Kong had put it's rubber all over the toy, it probably would have held up for a long time and become a favorite toy with my dogs.