When we originally rescued Kane, he suffered from pancreatic issues - with lots of care and proper medical care, he has overcome those issues and is a pretty normal guy. Kane loves a ball, loves walks, although he's pretty leisurely about it. He does well at a dog park, in fact, the he has gone in his home, the better socialized he is. He LOVES car rides. Kane is housebroken,a great tug of war fellow, will shake hands with the best of them! He is very afectionate and loves to cuddle & hug with his family. We think he'd be great with a first time shepherd family who is active, wants an active, happy boy.