Precious

Available

3-7 years|Feist|Female|Small|Lambertville, NJ

🐾 Friendly🎾 Playful☺️ Gentle

Precious

Available

3-7 years|Feist|Female|Small|Lambertville, NJ

🐾 Friendly🎾 Playful☺️ Gentle

Precious is a 5-year-old spayed female Feist mix with a short black and white coat. She is small in size and living in Lambertville, NJ. Precious is fully vaccinated, friendly with other dogs, and seeking a home without young children.

About Precious

Precious is a 5-year-old, small Feist mix who weighs about 13 pounds and has a short, black and white coat. She spent her early years abandoned in a home with several other animals, so she's still learning what real kindness feels like. Precious is spayed and fully vaccinated, and she's ready for a change—she’d be happy to tag along for walks or curl up next to you on the couch, soaking up the attention she's always deserved. Because of her background, Precious is looking for a gentle, understanding home where she'll be treated gently and with patience. She gets along well with other dogs but is not a fit for homes with children under 9 years old. She has started on flea, tick, and worming preventatives. This dog isn’t housed in a central shelter, but rather in a foster home in Lambertville, NJ, so meetings with adopters are arranged individually. Your new best friend is just one click away.

Questions about Precious

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Precious is a Feist mix, a breed that thrives in a calm home where she can build trust with her family. Feists often do well in houses with access to a yard or in quieter neighborhoods, and Precious will appreciate a peaceful environment after her rough start.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
A small, fenced yard or regular walks are ideal for a Feist like Precious. She's small but active, so daily time outdoors keeps her content and healthy.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Feists can be gentle, but Precious is specifically not suitable for homes with children under 9 years old due to her background and temperament.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Precious, like many Feists, can adapt to first-time owners who are patient and committed. Someone with dog experience might help her settle in a bit quicker given her past.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Precious gets along with other dogs, which is typical for a well-socialized Feist mix. She would enjoy canine companionship in her new home.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Feists can sometimes get along with cats if introduced slowly and positively. For Precious, any introductions should be gradual to ensure everyone is comfortable.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
As a Feist mix, Precious may have some prey drive, so supervision around small animals will be important, and careful introductions are a must.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Precious may be cautious with strangers at first, which is common in Feists, but with gentle handling, she will likely warm up over time.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Feist mixes like Precious don't enjoy being alone for long periods. A few hours is usually manageable, but she will do best with a schedule that includes plenty of company.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Precious will benefit from basic training and socialization. Feists are smart and eager to please, so patience and consistency will help her adjust.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Precious is a small dog, and Feist mixes in general tend to weigh between 10 and 20 pounds.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
A Feist mix like Precious often lives between 12 to 16 years with proper care.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Precious has a short coat and will shed moderately, so regular grooming will help keep fur at bay.