Some dogs are like that, they will become aggressive when you try to take the toy away from them.
My terrier is like that, he has a favorite ball and a waterproof fetch toy that he loves.
He only gets them when we are outside to play ball or at the lake to play fetch.
I take it away from him prior to entering the house, it is kept in a cardboard box on top of the fridg. He knows it is there, but he also knows he can’t get to it. So, he doesn’t try.
Your dog is trembling because he doesn’t want to hurt you…but he will, if you take the toy he is obsessed with away from him. I have been bit, that’s how I know.
Distract him with a bite of food, if you have to.
Do not leave him alone with any plastic toys, he will tear that thing apart and swallow the squeaker in seconds flat which could require a trip to the emergency vet.
Some dogs have a OCD reaction with their toys. You are the alpha, don’t let him have it in the house just to guard and be possessive about, someone will get hurt.
Use it as a tool to play fetch and get exercise…that’s it.
This is what has worked for me.
Otherwise go pay a trainer and pay $50-$75 an hour, they will probably tell you the same thing 🙂
PS: Get some very hard rubber balls (big enough to fit in his mouth but not big enough to swallow and sturdy fetch toys for outdoor activities.
Get rid of those plastic crappy things with squeakers. I just saved you a vet visit.
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