Dogs, like children, can be very protective of their toys.

I can’t even count the number of times my pup has forgotten about a bone or a tug toy until I’ve tried to pick it up. Suddenly it’s the only thing he wants, and he’ll stop at nothing to get it.

Well, this boxer is no exception. He’s so passionate about his blue ball that he won’t let it go even when he gets dragged along behind his owner.

Watch as he stands up on his hind legs just to keep his grip on his favorite toy.

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Now that is one determined dog. Imagine how crazy he’d get in one of these!