He won that day. I was going to play with him after he grabbed it. He was told excited. I got near and he was shaking it trying to give it a concussion. I got hit on the legs as that rope is pretty long. That hurts a little.....lol

I let him have it. But I would let him win anyway. But also teach him to out when I demand it.

Yes, the 'out' part of obedience is important to maintain trust both ways.  Godspeed.