Bernie on hold adoption pending

Bernie is a very large and affectionate boy, he turns 5 in January. He still has a playful kitten inside him, he particularly likes to play ball and hunting games where he stalks his prey.
He has been a part of our family from the minute he walked in the door. We have 2 children aged 2 and 4, he is so unbelievably tolerant of them and all the love they lavish upon him. He even sleeps with my 4 year old at night.
We also have a very bouncy, energetic boxer and he and Bernie have never had a real problem with each other. Bernie is the boss of the relationship.
He is affectionate and likes to have a chat, he does not do well being left alone for long periods of time.