Part of the problem is keeping up with the exercise he needs. The bulk of our backyard is now fenced so he can run a lot more. He does get walked 2 times/day most days, I play ball with him in the yard, and my husband is his playmate inside. Biggest issue lately is weather-below zero temps plus wind chills make it a lot uncomfortable for his hoomans to be outside plus it can be dangerous for him. He needs a buddy but we still have old man Jake and I don't think I can handle 3 dogs. The training center has doggie day care but since he's 8 months old and intact, they won't take him. Our vet has daycare and will take him as long as he behaves appropriately. He's definitely a beta dog so that helps. Guess we just have to tough it out-and probably retake the Canine Good Citizen class when he matures. I am also meeting with the vet to talk about getting him neutered.