Naruto Shippuden Episode 240 -

The episode centers on Kiba’s growing frustration. Watching Naruto transform from the Academy’s "dead-last" into the celebrated Hero of the Hidden Leaf has left Kiba feeling stagnant. After being prodded by his mother, Tsume, and his teammate Shino, Kiba decides he needs specialized training to close the gap.

: The episode features flashbacks of Shikamaru and Chōji with pierced ears while still in the Academy. This contradicts established clan lore where their ears are not supposed to be pierced until they reach the rank of Genin. Naruto Shippuden Episode 240

: Kiba seeks out Kakashi Hatake for guidance. Finding the Jōnin sensei busy, Kakashi instead summons his pack of ninken (ninja dogs) to aid in the training. The episode centers on Kiba’s growing frustration