???So, we have an akita boy. He's 2.5 and very much a boy. He still experiences the zoomies and still has much difficulty with jumping (due to excitement), lunging, tearing (papers/boxes/screens)and bowling over our guests. We have had him since age 4mo and although he is much better than he used to be, he is still very impolite.
We have done everything!
Obedience classes (passed out of all levels at a top school), "busy" toys, reign of the backyard/garage for exercise, walking, dog parks, trips in the car, visits to our parent's houses, hide and seek with treats in the house, trips to the park, trips to the downtown area, trips to our work, etc...
He is still very much a puppy and often gets what we call "crazy eyes" just before he goes on one of his 'rants'. He continues to destroy stuff of mine and I am sure it's not out of anger, but attention seeking.
Does anyone have advice for how to get through this? How much longer did your akita's adolescence last??? I know each dog is different, but I have to ask!
Thanks!