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Opal

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Mixed Breed

About Opal

New Bedford, MA

Breed

Mixed BreedMix

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Medium
(26-60 lbs)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Opal’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has bad compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Opal'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/>Opal is a sweet, gentle girl with a heart of gold. She may be shy when meeting new people, but once she feels safe, she blossoms into the most loving, loyal companion. Those who know her best describe her as a total sweetheart who just wants to be near her people—soaking up affection and giving endless cuddles in return.<br/><br/>She’s completely housebroken, well-behaved indoors, and very food-motivated, which makes her an eager learner and a great candidate for continued training and socialization.<br/><br/>Opal is the total package:<br/>?? Quiet and gentle<br/>?? Completely housebroken (zero accidents!)<br/>?? Doesn’t chew on things she shouldn’t<br/>?? Zoomie enthusiast (followed by serious nap mode)<br/>?? Expert cuddler once she feels safe<br/><br/>Opal is dog selective and needs a cat-free home. For now, she would do best as the only pet, giving her the space and time to settle in at her own pace. Once she feels comfortable, her personality truly shines—gentle, affectionate, and full of quiet joy.<br/><br/>Her dream home is a calm, loving environment with someone who understands that trust takes time—but that the reward is a bond unlike any other.<br/><br/>Give Opal the chance she’s been waiting for, and you’ll gain a best friend who will love you with all her heart.<br/><br/>Other Dogs<br/>Dog Social - but will need to be the only dog in the home<br/><br/>Cats<br/>No Cats<br/><br/>Children<br/>We do not have kids to test with. We always recommend supervising children around dogs/puppies at all times<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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Opal is a sweet, gentle girl with a heart of gold. She may be shy when meeting new people, but once she feels safe, she blossoms into the most loving, loyal companion. Those who know her best describe her as a total sweetheart who just wants to be near her people—soaking up affection and giving endless cuddles in return.

She’s completely housebroken, well-behaved indoors, and very food-motivated, which makes her an eager learner and a great candidate for continued training and socialization.

Opal is the total package:
?? Quiet and gentle
?? Completely housebroken (zero accidents!)
?? Doesn’t chew on things she shouldn’t
?? Zoomie enthusiast (followed by serious nap mode)
?? Expe

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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Opal is a sweet, gentle girl with a heart of gold. She may be shy when meeting new people, but once she feels safe, she blossoms into the most loving, loyal companion. Those who know her best describe her as a total sweetheart who just wants to be near her people—soaking up affection and giving endless cuddles in return.

She’s completely housebroken, well-behaved indoors, and very food-motivated, which makes her an eager learner and a great candidate for continued training and socialization.

Opal is the total package:
?? Quiet and gentle
?? Completely housebroken (zero accidents!)
?? Doesn’t chew on things she shouldn’t
?? Zoomie enthusiast (followed by serious nap mode)
?? Expert cuddler once she feels safe

Opal is dog selective and needs a cat-free home. For now, she would do best as the only pet, giving her the space and time to settle in at her own pace. Once she feels comfortable, her personality truly shines—gentle, affectionate, and full of quiet joy.

Her dream home is a calm, loving environment with someone who understands that trust takes time—

How To Adopt

Opal was listed as Adoptable by Lighthouse Animal Shelter
How can I adopt Opal?
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 Opal 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 Opal?
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 Opal, 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.

Opal 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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