Sophie came to VGSR from a shelter in Spotsylvania County. Shes a gentle, low-energy dog who is happy just sleeping at her handlers feet. Though she doesnt know many commands, she responds well to gentle correction and coaxing. Shes being treated for heartworms, Ehrlichia (a tick-born illness), and may thereafter have hip surgery to reduce her hip pain. Though shes currently undergoing these veterinary treatments, VGSR would consider adopting her to an approved family who commits to completing these treatments. Sophie would do well in a quiet household, where she could minimize her use of stairs.