New Bedford's 'Golden Bark-chelors' Compete for a Doggy Vacation

Move over, bachelors. There are some new contestants in town.

Lighthouse Animal Shelter in New Bedford is taking a page out of the hit television series The Golden Bachelor to bring you “The Golden Bark-chelor”.

Wait until you see the adorable contestants.

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Vote for 'The Golden Bark-chelor' at Lighthouse Animal Shelter

Fans of The Bachelor are very familiar with the power of a single rose. Beautiful bachelorettes compete for a chance at love with one bachelor, with the grand finale showing the new couple riding off into the sunset.

In the doggy version created by Lighthouse Animal Shelter, charming cannines compete against each other for the final rose—a dream day away from the shelter.

Check out the cute contestants.

Cole is a dapper gentleman with a heart of gold.

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Wren is sweet, soulful, and always ready to snuggle or go for a run.

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Sawyer is a rugged explorer looking for adventure and a good pup cup.

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Monty is a graceful lady with endless love to give.

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Amigo is a loyal best friend, through thick and thin.

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How to Participate in The Golden Bark-elor

From now until February 28^th, supporters of the shelter can buy a rose for as many dogs s they want and as many times as they want. The pup with the most roses will win an exciting day away from the shelter, filled with fun, treats, and plenty of adventure.

The contest checks two boxes. Number one, it helps the shelter continue to provide exceptional care to these loving animals. Number two, it reminds these dogs just how loved they truly are. All of these dogs have been at the shelter for over 100 days and at least half of them for over a year.

The Golden Bark-chelor is a chance to shower these dogs with love.

Supporters can purchase roses online, spread the word to their friends, or even adopt one of the eligible bachelors.

Get those votes in. One lucky dog has a top-notch day ahead of them.

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