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Essie

  • Young
  • Female
  • Medium

About Essie

New Bedford, MA

Breed

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Essie’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Essie's Story

Visitors are limited to approved applicants only. Please fill out an adoption application if you are interested in stopping by. We will be in touch once your application is approved to set up a visit.<br/><br/>Adopt: lighthouseanimalshelter.org/adopt<br/>Foster: lighthouseanimalshelter.org/foster<br/><br/>---<br/>Essie is a smaller beagle-mix hound with a huge personality and an even bigger love for attention. She is sweet, affectionate, and cheerful, always ready to wiggle her way into your lap—or gently (and sometimes not so gently!) push her sister out of the way to make sure she gets her turn.<br/><br/>Essie is very quiet, clean, and excellent in her crate, showing wonderful manners and an easygoing nature. She is great with other dogs and especially loves playing with Ellie. Together they are playful, loving, and endlessly entertaining.<br/><br/>Essie has a bright, happy spirit and thrives on affection. She loves being close to people and will happily follow you around just to be part of whatever you’re doing.<br/>---<br/><br/>We do not adopt on a first-come-first-serve basis, but rather by the best match between dog and family, although we will factor in the order of applications if there are equally good matches.<br/><br/>Our adoption fee for adult dogs is $500 which covers the costs of vetting (spay, vaccinations, heartworm testing, preventatives while in our care, deworming and microchip) and any boarding or transport fees incurred in each dog's rescue. Senior dogs are $250.

Visitors are limited to approved applicants only. Please fill out an adoption application if you are interested in stopping by. We will be in touch once your application is approved to set up a visit.

Adopt: lighthouseanimalshelter.org/adopt
Foster: lighthouseanimalshelter.org/foster

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Essie is a smaller beagle-mix hound with a huge personality and an even bigger love for attention. She is sweet, affectionate, and cheerful, always ready to wiggle her way into your lap—or gently (and sometimes not so gently!) push her sister out of the way to make sure she gets her turn.

Essie is very quiet, clean, and excellent in her crate, showing wonderful manners and an easygoing nature. She is great with other dogs and especially loves playing with Ellie. Together they are playful, loving, and endlessly entertaining.

Essie has a bright, happy spirit and thrives on affection. She loves being close to people and will happily follow you around just to be part of whatever you’re doing.
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Visitors are limited to approved applicants only. Please fill out an adoption application if you are interested in stopping by. We will be in touch once your application is approved to set up a visit.

Adopt: lighthouseanimalshelter.org/adopt
Foster: lighthouseanimalshelter.org/foster

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Essie is a smaller beagle-mix hound with a huge personality and an even bigger love for attention. She is sweet, affectionate, and cheerful, always ready to wiggle her way into your lap—or gently (and sometimes not so gently!) push her sister out of the way to make sure she gets her turn.

Essie is very quiet, clean, and excellent in her crate, showing wonderful manners and an easygoing nature. She is great with other dogs and especially loves playing with Ellie. Together they are playful, loving, and endlessly entertaining.

Essie has a bright, happy spirit and thrives on affection. She loves being close to people and will happily follow you around just to be part of whatever you’re doing.
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We do not adopt on a first-come-first-serve basis, but rather by the best match between dog and family, although we will factor in the order of applications if there are equally good matches.

Our adoption fee for adult dogs is $500 which covers the costs of vetting (spay, vaccinations, heartworm testing, preventatives while in our care, deworming and microchip) and any boarding or

How To Adopt

Essie was listed as ADOPTABLE by Lighthouse Animal Shelter
How can I adopt Essie?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Lighthouse Animal Shelter. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Essie is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Lighthouse Animal Shelter for details on the pet.
When can I meet Essie?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Lighthouse Animal Shelter will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Essie, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Lighthouse Animal Shelter, and they'll be happy to help!
Lighthouse Animal Shelter's Adoption Policy
We do not adopt on a first-come-first-serve basis, but rather by the best match between dog and family, although we will factor in the order of applications if there are equally good matches. Visitors at our shelter are by appointment only and are limited to those who have submitted applications. 1. Submit Application: https://www.lighthouseanimalshelter.org/application-instructions 2. Volunteers review your application. 3. After review, you will be contacted to set up an appointment. 4. Home Check: Some pets require a home visit. In some cases, a home visit is not required. It depends on factors such as fencing, children, & other pets. 5. Sign Adoption Contract: You will receive all medical paperwork, a new leash and collar, and food your new pet is used to eating.

Essie is from Lighthouse Animal Shelter

[New Bedford, MA]

Our Mission
At Lighthouse Animal Shelter, an all volunteer, 501(c)3 organization, we promote the welfare of animals at risk of euthanasia. We also work with the community to maximize efforts in reducing pet overpopulation. We rescue our dogs from high-intake shelters down south (the majority being from Kentucky, South Carolina & North...
Read more on our profile page
Today's hours: By appointment
Visits by appointment only
Location
596 Hathaway Road New Bedford, MA, 02740

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