I have a 5 1/2 year old Akita Inu named Pheonix whom I've raised from 3 months. I groom, bathe, and walk him. I trained him in a only a few months and he has retained all that he has learned. I can work with dogs who are not fixed as well. He has gave me a deep love for our K9 friends. I will love your dog as I do my own. Thank you.