Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week’s adoptable animal is 8-year-old Joel.

Here is Baypath’s description of Joel:

“Are you prepared to settle down, retire and savor the best years of your life? Well, you’re not alone! Our good friend Joel is an 8-years-young gentleman, looking for a companion to settle down with. Joel knows he isn’t getting any younger; there’s no better time than the present to find that special someone! To help this charmer on this mission, Joel’s adoption fee is completely waived!

“To put it simply, Joel not only wants to be your companion, he wants to be your other half. If it were up to him, he would never leave your side! This clingy cuddle bug needs a home with parents able to provide consistent love, affection and, most of all, company. Joel is slowly learning to be independent and to trust his people.

“Joel and his forever family will receive a valuable gift to prepare for their golden years — a series of free training sessions with Sophie Oldsman at the time of adoption!”

For more information on Joel and any of the other available pets at Baypath, email adopt@baypathhumane.org or visit baypathhumane.org/adopt.