Being deaf and blind would challenge any creature and Opal the dog is no exception to this. She’s a very special dog that has some serious challenges given her health. It can be difficult to find special needs dogs a home. One shelter specializes in finding these animals a good home and loving parents.

When one couple heard about Opal and her special needs, they knew they had to help and didn’t mind that Opal had special needs. Now, the dog has a special bond with her owners, especially with her dad. Her bond with her dad is so strong, that even though she can’t see or hear, she can sense when her dad is coming home.

Watch the video to see footage of her reaction.

She can smell her dad and knows when he is nearby.