My boy was like that. It nearly drove me to drink.
the spray bottle just ticked him off. I had to resort to my grandmother's method. I rolled up one single sheet of paper. Twisted the end and gave him a little tap with it. It took about 3 times. After that I could just say,"Do you need a spank?" Then he would stop. I don't really believe in swatting them, but like children what works for one doesn't always work for all. Once he turned 2 he mellowed a lot. He is still not one for being held a great deal and LOVES to play.
But, if your sick in bed all day and need a snuggle buddy, he's your boy. Sweet, sweet, sweet.