Lighthouse Animal Shelter

Lighthouse Animal Shelter 596 Hathaway Road, New Bedford, MA
www.lighthouseanimalshelter.org
508-999-7387

08/10/2026

🐾 MAN CRUSH MONDAY: TEDDY! 🐾
🎶 “I just wanna make you smile…” ❤️
Well, Teddy, you’re certainly making us smile! 🥹 Look at this happy boy! Teddy has come such a long way since arriving at the shelter. He’s gaining confidence, doing better on leash, making friends, and letting us see more and more of his sweet, playful personality.
And finding a friend like Nancey to share some fun with? That’s the good stuff. 🐶💕
We’re so proud of the progress Teddy is making, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for this handsome guy. He may need a home where he can continue to build confidence at his own pace, but he has so much love and potential to give. ❤️
Happy Man Crush Monday, Teddy! We think you’re pretty crush-worthy. 😍🐾
Apply: LighthouseAnimalShelter.org/adopt

🐾 Paul has a very important question… WHERE DID ALL THE CAT FOOD GO?! 😹We are almost out of both wet AND dry cat food, a...
08/08/2026

🐾 Paul has a very important question… WHERE DID ALL THE CAT FOOD GO?! 😹
We are almost out of both wet AND dry cat food, and our kitties are counting on our amazing supporters! ❤️🐱
If you’d like to help, you can donate through our Amazon Wish List or drop off food directly at the shelter. Every bag, box, and can makes a difference!
And there’s an extra easy way to help tomorrow! 🎉
🐱 CAT MEET & GREET
📅 Tomorrow — Sunday, August 9
⏰ 10 AM–1 PM
📍 The Rescue Cafe
414 Main Street, Fairhaven, MA
Come meet Tim, Paul & Duchess, give them some love, and if you’re able, bring along a donation of wet or dry cat food! 🥰
Paul, Tim, Duchess and all their feline friends will be very grateful. 🐾❤️
Thank you for helping keep our kitties happy, healthy and well-fed! 🐱💕

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08/08/2026

Don’t forget to stop by tomorrow and meet some adorable cats! 🐈

When: Sunday, 8/9/26, 10:00-1:00
Where: The Rescue Cafe, 414 Main St., Fairhaven, MA 02719

Don’t miss out on the chance to meet your new best friend! 🐱

🌈 Honor Their Memory. Keep Their Love Alive. 🐾❤️We’re honored to introduce Lighthouse Animal Shelter’s Rainbow Bridge Me...
08/08/2026

🌈 Honor Their Memory. Keep Their Love Alive. 🐾❤️

We’re honored to introduce Lighthouse Animal Shelter’s Rainbow Bridge Memorial—a beautiful way to celebrate the pets who left lasting paw prints on our hearts.

Here’s how it works:
❤️ Visit our GivingGrid memorial: https://www.givinggrid.com/xjgqdm/
❤️ Make a donation. (All donations are tax deductible)
❤️ Choose an available square and choose “add your favorite photo”

As our community fills the memorial, each photo will become part of one beautiful tribute. Once the grid is complete, we’ll proudly display the finished Rainbow Bridge Memorial on our website for one full year, creating a lasting tribute to the pets we’ll never forget.

Every photo tells a story.
Every donation helps animals still waiting for their forever homes.
Every pet deserves to be remembered. 🌈🐶🐱

Thank you for helping us honor the love that never truly leaves us. 💙

08/07/2026

Some things just make you smile... 😊
Nancy is definitely one of them. From her happy personality to her playful spirit, this girl knows how to brighten a day. She loves having fun, making new friends, and she’s ready to fill a lucky family’s life with laughter and love. 💛
If you’re looking for a reason to smile every day, Nancy might just be it.
🐾 Learn more about Nancy on our website and apply to adopt her at LighthouseAnimalShelter.org/adopt

We ask ourselves this every day...Why isn’t Halo adopted yet? 💔She’s 3 years old, 57 pounds of pure love, has never met ...
08/06/2026

We ask ourselves this every day...
Why isn’t Halo adopted yet? 💔
She’s 3 years old, 57 pounds of pure love, has never met a stranger, and greets every person like an old friend. She’s fun, affectionate, and ready to make someone smile every single day.
Whoever adopts Halo isn’t just getting a dog—they’re getting a built-in best friend. ❤️
Want to learn more about Halo? Visit LighthouseAnimalShelter.org to read her full bio and see all of our adoptable dogs. Your new best friend might be waiting for you. 🐾❤️

08/05/2026

Meet Opal ❤️
At 7 years old, this beautiful Treeing Walker Coonhound mix is ready to find the one thing she’s been waiting for—a forever home.
Opal is currently thriving in her foster home, where she’s shown just how sweet she can be. She’s the definition of a perfect house guest, walks beautifully on a leash (unless a bunny makes an appearance 🐇), and is a world-class snuggler who will happily curl up beside you at the end of the day.
Opal is very nervous around new people, so building a relationship with her takes time. She isn’t the kind of dog who will instantly greet you with kisses—but if you’re willing to be patient and earn her trust, you’ll discover an incredibly loving, loyal companion. The bond you’ll build with Opal is truly something special.
Opal isn’t looking for just any home—she’s looking for the right one. 🏡
Her perfect match:
• A quiet, low-traffic home where she won’t have to meet new people frequently.
• A home where she can be the only pet (no other dogs or cats).
• A patient adopter who is willing to spend the time getting to know her and earning her trust.
• A fenced yard would be a dream, and she loves peaceful walks away from the hustle and bustle.
The best things in life are worth waiting for, and Opal is no exception. If you’re willing to give her the time she needs to feel safe, you’ll gain a loyal, affectionate best friend who will love you with her whole heart.
Could you be the person Opal has been waiting for? ❤️
Apply: LighthouseAnimalShelter.org/adopt

🐾 Save the Date! 🐾 This Sunday (8/9/26), come by The Rescue Cafe in Fairhaven to meet three of our adoptable kitties! 🐱 ...
08/04/2026

🐾 Save the Date! 🐾

This Sunday (8/9/26), come by The Rescue Cafe in Fairhaven to meet three of our adoptable kitties! 🐱 Grab a cup, have a bite, and meet Tim, Paul, and Duchess! 🐈 Coffee and cats — what could be better?!

We hope to see you there! ☕️ 🐈‍⬛

Four adorable new faces have officially joined the Lighthouse Animal Shelter pack, and they're ready to steal hearts (an...
08/04/2026

Four adorable new faces have officially joined the Lighthouse Animal Shelter pack, and they're ready to steal hearts (and maybe a few treats) Meet our newest arrivals Bramlett, Diamond, Penny, and Rue!

🐾 Bramlett; 1 year old, 63 lb., Male, Pointer/Coonhound Mix
🐾 Diamond; 2 year old, 40 lb., Female, Boxer Mix
🐾 Penny; 1 year old, 38 lb., Female, Border Collie/Anatolian Shepherd Mix
🐾 Rue; 2 year old, 36 lb., Female, Australian Shepherd/Lab Mix

🏡 Interested in adopting? Click on the links below, and please share Adopt: https://lighthouseanimalshelter.org/adopt/
Foster: https://lighthouseanimalshelter.org/foster/

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596 Hathaway Road
New Bedford, MA
02740

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