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Opal has been a sweet and affectionate companion during her time in foster care, and she’s sure to make a wonderful addition to a loving home! She is a playful, curious dog who enjoys outdoor adventures, especially running and playing `chase` with her favorite people. When she’s not playing, Opal loves her belly rubs and snuggling up close. She is very sweet and affectionate, always eager to be near her foster family for cuddles and attention.
On a typical day, Opal has a moderate energy level (7/10). While she’s content to rest during the day while her foster works, she becomes full of energy when it’s time to play or go outside. After a fun play session, she’s always ready to relax and curl up for more snuggles. Opal’s expressive personality shone through when she saw the snow for the first time—she took one look at it and gave her foster a look that clearly said, “You’ve got to be kidding me!” Her emotive nature makes her even more endearing.
Opal is potty trained and has never had an accident, even when left alone for several hours. She’s very reliable when it comes to bathroom breaks, making sure to do her business as soon as she’s let outside. While she can pull a bit on the leash, she would benefit from more leash training. She’s not crate trained, as her foster doesn’t crate her, but she has shown no issues with being left alone in a safe area.
Though Opal has not had direct interactions with other dogs, she showed some curiosity when passing by a dog on a walk. She was interested and after a little guidance from her foster, she was calm and well-behaved. Opal also seems intrigued by the cats in the household, though no direct introductions have been made yet.
Opal’s ideal home would be one where she’s surrounded by love and affection, where she can enjoy both playtime and relaxation in equal measure. She’d thrive in a home where she’s given attention and time for outdoor adventures and snuggles. If you’re looking for a sweet, playful companion who loves to cuddle and has a curious, joyful personality, Opal might be the perfect match for you!
Opal has met other dogs at the shelter, she is a social rowdy girl!
Opal is in the comfort of a foster home, please email dogfosters@barcs.org to be connected with her foster family.
Opal has been a sweet and affectionate companion during her time in foster care, and she’s sure to make a wonderful addition to a loving home! She is a playful, curious dog who enjoys outdoor adventures, especially running and playing `chase` with her favorite people. When she’s not playing, Opal loves her belly rubs and snuggling up close. She is very sweet and affectionate, always eager to be near her foster family for cuddles and attention.
On a typical day, Opal has a moderate energy level (7/10). While she’s content to rest during the day while her foster works, she becomes full of energy when it’s time to play or go outside. After a fun play session, she’s always ready to relax and curl up for more snuggles. Opal’s expressive personality shone through when she saw the snow for the first time—she took one look at it and gave her foster a look that clearly said, “You’ve got to be kidding me!” Her emotive nature makes her even more endearing.
Opal is potty trained and has never had an accident, even when left alone for several hours. She’s very reliable when it comes to bathroom breaks, making sure to do her business as soon as she’s let outside. While she can pull a bit on the leash, she would benefit from more leash training. She’s not crate trained, as her foster doesn’t crate her, but she has shown no issues with being left alone in a safe area.
Though Opal has not had direct interactions with other dogs, she showed some curiosity when passing by a dog on a walk. She was interested and after a little guidance from her foster, she was calm and well-behaved. Opal also seems intrigued by the cats in the household, though no direct introductions have been made yet.
Opal’s ideal home would be one where she’s surrounded by love and affection, where she can enjoy both playtime and relaxation in equal measure. She’d thrive in a home where she’s given attention and time for outdoor adventures and snuggles. If you’re looking for a sweet, playful companion who loves to cuddle and has a curious, joyful personality, Opal might be the perfect match for you!
Opal has met other dogs at the shelter, she is a social rowdy girl!
Opal is in the comfort of a foster home, please email dogfosters@barcs.org to be connected with her foster family.
BARCS takes in new animals in need of a loving home every day. The pictures above only represent a portion of the animals that are available for adoption at any given time. Some animals get adopted immediately and their photos never make it onto our website—which is wonderful! If you don’t see what you are looking for, please visit our shelter to meet your perfect match today! Adoption fees are $75; however, we offer several adoption packages listed here. Our adoption hours are Monday-Friday from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
BARCS takes in new animals in need of a loving home every day. The pictures above only represent a portion of the animals that are available for adoption at any given time. Some animals get adopted immediately and their photos never make it onto our website—which is wonderful! If you don’t see what you are looking for, please visit our shelter to meet your perfect match today! Adoption fees are $75; however, we offer several adoption packages listed here. Our adoption hours are Monday-Friday from 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Step 1: Check out the adoptable cats, dogs and small companion animals listed on our website.** Animals with a blue “I’m in Foster” banner are not currently in our shelter. See below for our adoption process for animals in foster homes.
Step 2: Visit our shelter during adoption hours (Monday-Friday 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.). When you arrive, you will first be asked to fill out our Shelter Adoption Application with your information. You may also pre-fill our Shelter Adoption Application ahead of time online to save time when you are at the shelter. Your application will be processed after you meet the animal.
Step 3: Tour our adoption rooms and write down the names of animals that you would like to meet. A volunteer or staff member will help you meet your chosen animals to make a match!
Step 4: When you have selected the right animal for you, our Adoptions Team will run your Adoption Application for approval. Once your application is approved, you will participate in an adoption class where you will learn all of the details about your new adopted family member, including their known history and medical records.
What else to expect: Animals who are already spayed/neutered and past their stray hold (if applicable) can often go home with you the same day. Pick-up arrangements for unaltered animals and/or animals still on a stray hold will be made during your adoption class.
**Please note: Animals listed on our adoption pages may still be on stray hold and pending reunion with their owners, or have an existing pending adoption application.
Address: 2490 Giles Road, Baltimore, MD 21225
Step 1: Check out the adoptable cats, dogs and small companion animals listed on our website.** Animals with a blue “I’m in Foster” banner are not currently in our shelter. See below for our adoption process for animals in foster homes.
Step 2: Visit our shelter during adoption hours (Monday-Friday 2-6 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m.). When you arrive, you will first be asked to fill out our Shelter Adoption Application with your information. You may also pre-fill our Shelter Adoption Application ahead of time online to save time when you are at the shelter. Your application will be processed after you meet the animal.
Step 3: Tour our adoption rooms and write down the names of animals that you would like to meet. A volunteer or staff member will help you meet your chosen animals to make a match!
Step 4: When you have selected the right animal for you, our Adoptions Team will run your Adoption Application for approval. Once your application is approved, you will participate in an adoption class where you will learn all of the details about your new adopted family member, including their known history and medical records.
What else to expect: Animals who are already spayed/neutered and past their stray hold (if applicable) can often go home with you the same day. Pick-up arrangements for unaltered animals and/or animals still on a stray hold will be made during your adoption class.
**Please note: Animals listed on our adoption pages may still be on stray hold and pending reunion with their owners, or have an existing pending adoption application.
More about this shelter
BARCS is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization operating Maryland’s largest animal shelter and pet adoption center. We are an open admission shelter, granting refuge to every abandoned, neglected, abused, lost or surrendered animal that comes through our door. A staggering 30 or more animals are surrendered to BARCS every day. No matter what the circumstance, we do not turn away any animal in need of shelter, food, medical care and a loving touch. Yearly, this equates to more than 12,000 dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, and even wildlife and exotic animals that need care and placement.
BARCS is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization operating Maryland’s largest animal shelter and pet adoption center. We are an open admission shelter, granting refuge to every abandoned, neglected, abused, lost or surrendered animal that comes through our door. A staggering 30 or more animals are surrendered to BARCS every day. No matter what the circumstance, we do not turn away any animal in need of shelter, food, medical care and a loving touch. Yearly, this equates to more than 12,000 dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, and even wildlife and exotic animals that need care and placement.
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