Meet Rocky, a German Shepherd who came to us as an owner surrender from a shelter in SW Virginia. He entered his foster home bursting with energy and needed time to build trust. Now, he is learning to connect with people and has shown he’s quite intelligent, picking up basic commands like sit, down, and wait. Rocky is strong-willed and deserves a confident, experienced leader who can provide the structure and boundaries he craves. Though Rocky tends to nip when excited, he responds well to corrections. He has exhibited a significant prey drive and should not be placed in a home with cats. Currently, he’s getting better at social interactions with other dogs, but he still needs guidance to play appropriately. This spirited pup would thrive in activities like lure coursing that cater to his love for chasing. On the crate training front, Rocky had some initial setbacks but now sleeps peacefully on his bed at night. To unleash his full potential, he needs a family skilled in fostering engagement through training and structure. He is being fostered in King George, VA, and any interested approved adopters can reach out for more details. Ready to meet your new best friend? Apply now!