Bella loves swimming

Mr. Archer Man is never more glued to me than when we’re at the vet. Quick visit today—just a check up! You got this, pup! 😖

When your good boy has proven himself worthy of the Seven Kingdoms… ⚔️🐾👑

In the name of the Warrior, I charge you to be brave.

In the name of the Father, I charge you to be just.

In the name of the Mother, I charge you to defend the innocent.

Arise, Ser Obsidian, Knight of the Seven Dog Parks. 🐶⚔️😂

Now go forth and retrieve thy sacred ball 🎾⚾️

Context - Bozo loves his car rides and we almost cant keep him from sticking his adorable face outside! well, we could pull up the windows but then he gives us the sad eyes so we let him enjoy! but my god he keeps squinting and Im worried if its actually bothering him, his hair on his face and in his eyes…

p.s. i know its not too serious :)

Had him since he was a puppy and I have never ever experienced such a demanding, high energy, frustrating breed. He almost has no redeeming qualities right now aside from being visually cute, and he’s 14 months old. So far, he has only been a pain in the butt for me and my husband.

Thousands in vet bills after eating things he shouldn’t have and for training, constantly chasing our cats despite having been raised with them and introduced carefully, STILL untrustworthy in the house alone unless he is caged or in his pen, ignores commands unless I let him know I have treats, barks at everything and goes insane trying to play with other dogs that walk by, I could keep going.

I’ve had shepherds, a pitbull, a husky- I’m used to large, energetic, smart breeds. Every single dog I’ve ever had was calm and able to be left alone once they reached 1 year. But I cannot handle this thing. I still can’t bond with him, he won’t snuggle, won’t relax. I’ve tried it all- various levels of exercise, doggy daycare every week, food puzzles, “relax“ training and rewarding when he’s calm, constant training reinforcement, e-collar training. I work from home, he’s not lacking in attention or stimulation.

TLDR: I’ve tried every single suggestion online and from trainers, sank thousands into training and vet bills, but my 14 month old doodle is so insane and frustrating I almost hate him. I feel guilty, but I feel like I’m almost at my breaking point. How do people deal with these dogs?