Hi, my name is Precious and I am from Alabama! Precious is, well... precious! She is very shy and timid at first but quickly comes out of her shell with a little patience. She is starting to play with toys and her food, too. She enjoys playing with the other small pups in the house. She has been a flight risk so doors need to be closely watched. She loves to be pet and will nose your hand to let you know she wants more pets. She's a very sweet little girl looking for a loving forever family where she can continue to blossom. Is that with you? From the Vet: Precious was recently evaluated with the Rescue Medical Team and it was determined that due to previous suspected trauma as well as decreased range of motion and intermittent lameness, she will need an orthopedic surgery on her hip to repair the hip joint itself and provide Precious with greater comfort and quality of life going forward. Her forever family should be prepared for about 4-6 weeks of rest and activity restriction as well as some gentle physical therapy at home. She may benefit from joint supplements life long, but we know there is a warm sunny spot on someone's couch just waiting for her!