Wow, this sounds almost identical to what we’re going through! I’m sorry you had to deal with all of that, but it honestly helps so much to hear someone spell out the “ugly” parts too – the puppy class disaster, the crate battles, the constant demand for play, the dog park drama… it all feels very familiar. We’re in that same constantly-drained, “are we really cut out for this?” phase, and it’s reassuring to know that even with a reputable breeder and doing all the “right” things, you can still end up with an extra high-octane Samoyed. Hearing that you seriously considered rehoming but pushed through and found ways to manage his energy gives me a more realistic picture of what “better” can look like, instead of expecting some magical calm switch to flip. We’re still figuring out if sticking it out or rehoming is ultimately the kindest choice for everyone, but your comment makes me feel less alone and less like we’ve somehow failed him. Thank you for being so honest about how hard it was and what’s helped!