Opal is a beautiful 4-year-old female husky shepherd mix. She was e-listed at MCACC for having a prey drive towards cats, noted when she was adopted and returned. She originally came to the shelter with another husky mix who was adopted separately. Opal spent some time with one foster initially, but she did not mesh well with another dog in the home and then spent several months in boarding. She went to another foster home a couple months ago and is now thriving!
Opal had some initial adjustment issues in her first foster home, but settled in pretty quickly. She started using the doggy door right away and loved sunbathing on the patio. She is such a smart girl and will grab a leash when she is ready for a walk. Opal absolutely loves playing with toys and fetch. She is also very food motivated and is a big fan of pup-cups and treats. She just adores humans and will melt into pets and affection.
Opal’s behaviors have improved so much in the time she’s spent with us in rescue! Initially, we were worried she would need to be an only dog, but through the work of her current foster we now feel confident she can share a home with other pups. She does great at the dog park regularly, and was able to participate in play groups when she was boarded for a weekend – she received a rave review from the boarding facility too! She does a bit of an awkward play bow and has some silly husky/shepherd-like moves that can throw some other dogs off at times, but she’s really just trying to play. The only thing her foster did let us know is that she will not let other dogs bully her. She is not aggressive herself, but if another dog comes to her with an attitude or is trying to instigate something, she will stand her ground.
The ideal home for Opal would be with a family who can give her all the love and attention she needs. She would do well in a home with a young active adult or family. She would do great as a single dog but we think she would do well with other energetic playful pups that are friendly and won’t challenge her. Opal would also do well in a home with older children (no aggression, but lots of energy!). No cats, she has a high prey drive. If you would like to take this sweet girl home, please fill out our adoption application!
