Samu growled as he was nearly hit in the eyes.  This kid must not have paid attention to the rules as there was no eye poking.  He put his paw up, absorbing the palm blow. Samu could feel the power from this kid, but knew he was just as strong.  He took a step forward and snapped out with his sharp teeth, hoping to knock Shin off balance as he dodged.  Samu then left his claws unsheathed and lashed out with his left then right and finished with a pounce backwards.  He wasn't worried about being knocked out of the ring as Shen taught then some flying.  Samu knew no boy like this could best him.  To add some insurance, Samu backed up close the edge, hoping to dodge and send Shin flying out of the ring.