Coachi Tuggi Hide Dog Toy

Interactive Tug and Reward Dog Toy with Hidden Treat Pocket

Product Description

The Coachi Tuggi Hide Toy is a versatile interactive dog toy designed by Company of Animals for both training and play. There’s a hidden pocket inside where you can add treats, a small plastic bottle, or a squeaker to grab your dog’s attention and keep playtime exciting. The durable bungee cord helps reduce pulling strain during tug games, while the soft neoprene handle gives a comfortable grip for interactive play, recall practice, and training sessions.

Features

• Hidden internal reward pocket
• Strong bungee cord attachment
• Soft neoprene handle
• Pocket fits a plastic bottle, treats, or squeaker
• Designed for interactive play only

Benefits

• Motivates Play: The hidden pocket can be filled with various items to vary the reward and encourage dogs who need extra motivation to engage.
• Reduces Mouthing and Biting: The toy is a stimulating alternative to food rewards and works well for redirecting puppy mouthing, biting, and nuisance chewing behaviors.
• Improves Recall Training: Coachi reward toys are designed to make training sessions fun and are particularly effective at improving recall and discouraging unwanted chasing behaviors.
• Gentle on Neck and Arms: The soft neoprene handle and stretchy bungee cord absorb tension during tug games, making play gentle on your dog's neck and on your hands and arms.
• Keeps Dogs Motivated: Using the toy exclusively during interactive play sessions keeps it feeling special and high-value, similar to how a food treat is used as a reward.
• Supports Positive Training: The Coachi range was developed by behavior specialists at Company of Animals with a focus on promoting humane and positive training methods for dogs and puppies.

Specifications  

How to Use

Usage Instructions    

• Fill the Pocket: Load the internal pocket with treats, a small crinkly plastic bottle, or a squeaker (sold separately) to customize the reward and vary your dog's motivation during play.
• Use for Tug Play: Hold the neoprene handle firmly and engage your dog in a gentle game of tug, allowing the bungee to absorb tension and keep the game comfortable for both parties.
• Redirect Puppy Biting: When a puppy begins mouthing or biting, redirect their attention to the Tuggi Hide to channel the behavior into appropriate play rather than scolding.

Additional Information

Care Instructions 

• Hand Wash Only: Clean the Tuggi Hide by hand washing with mild soap and water as needed to keep it hygienic and free from bacteria buildup after play sessions.
• Air Dry: After washing, allow the toy to air dry fully before the next use to prevent moisture retention inside the pocket, which could encourage mold or odor.

Shipping & Return

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For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What can I put inside the Coachi Tuggi Hide pocket?

Ans: The internal pocket can be filled with dog treats to encourage interaction, a small plastic bottle for dogs that enjoy a crunching sound to vary the reward and maintain your dog's motivation during training sessions.

Q2: Is the Tuggi Hide suitable for puppies?

Ans: Yes, this toy is suitable for puppies aged 8 weeks and older. It is especially useful for redirecting puppy mouthing and biting into appropriate play and helps puppies build positive associations with training and recall commands through reward-based interaction.

Q3: How does the Coachi Tuggi Hide toy help with recall training?

Ans: The toy works as a high-value play reward during recall training. By reserving it exclusively for these sessions, dogs learn to associate returning to their owner with exciting play, which strengthens the recall response over time using positive reinforcement.

Q4: How do I clean the Tuggi Hide Toy?

Ans: The Tuggi Hide should be hand washed with mild soap and water as needed after play sessions. Allow the Coachi toy to air dry before storing or using it again to prevent moisture buildup and maintain hygiene inside the reward pocket.

Q5: Is the Coachi toy good for dogs that are not treat-motivated?

Ans: Yes. This toy is specifically recommended as a great alternative or addition to food rewards, making it well suited for dogs that do not respond strongly to treats or for dogs that need to manage their calorie intake during training.