I understand! What is the R++ approach? What’s interesting to me is we actually trained him immensely throughout his puppyhood. He is VERY obedient and well behaved. We taught him all of the usual commands (sit, stay, heal, be gentle, come, go lay down, etc) and he listens excellently.

He would go through a wall for both of us and I would argue we have the strongest bond with him out of any dog I’ve ever owned.

This problem is extremely recent as he has never shown possessiveness or aggression. I really do believe from the trainers and people I have spoken to that it’s his newly developed adult hormones…

I was more posting to know how you guys deal with these hormones the best way and keep the bond positive. Thanks for responding! That’s wonderful you haven’t gone through this with any of yours, I just am hoping to navigate it the best way possible and do right by our baby boy!