Piper is willful, determined, stubborn, and smart. She can be demanding and relentless to get what she wants...I, too, have found that the more I do with her, the more reasonable she is...Getting Piper out and about, whether to walk or shop, settles her considerably; sometimes the mental stimulation is as effective as the physical. I would definitely start with lots of exercise for your guy. And though it's impossible, I know, patience and humor! Lots of deep breaths and slow counts. I'm sure he's a cutie and probably often pretty funny--find time to enjoy the joy that he does bring. I'm not minimizing how difficult this must be for you, just offering an outlet or two. |