Is there yellow-ray love?

[Jade]

Gemini, I think we have had a similar discussion before where I pointed out that you resonated with canines very strongly, so maybe you are just "mirroring" him, and his persona and drives. Instead try to think of setting up a situation where he can mirror you, with you presenting patience, acceptance, and understanding. This is how both of you can learn from each other.

I don't think you should feel bad nor beat yourself up over reacting in such a way to dogs. Especially large breed dogs are tough as nails, you actually probably aren't hurting him physically, but possibly emotionally - which shows that his development is farther along than the average 2D creature. I used to be shocked at how rough my husband would play with our shepherd - lots of physical pain involved! - but if she thought she was seriously in trouble for a behavior issue, she would cry out like her foot had been cut off.

He's tough. He forgave you a long time ago. Now you just need to forgive yourself. You are almost certainly causing yourself more emotional pain than you have caused Loki the handful of times you physically reprimanded him.