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Meet Reagan!

Reagan (A552968) is a healthy 4-year-old girl that was brought in as a stray. She and another dog had been found tied to a pole. When she first got to the shelter, she was lunging, snapping and displaying a great deal of fear and aggression. She was timid and very unsure. She warms up quicker to female staff than she does males, and even when we’re petting her, she seems a little conflicted. It’s as if half of her heart wants to pull away and hide, and the other half longs for love. Day after day, slowly but surely, we are winning her over. And the more people she meets, the more confident she becomes. She’s been here a long time, and is ready for a new chapter in her life.  

For the months of September, October and November, OCAS is inviting you to fetch a new friend! This promotion reduces the adoption fees for pets in the shelter’s care for four weeks and longer. Those pets will be available for $10, while all other pets will be available at the standard rates ($55 for dogs, $40 for cats). Each adopted pet is spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped before going to their new home.

Orange County Animal Services is located at 2769 Conroy Road in Orlando, near the Mall at Millenia. The shelter is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. every day except Wednesday, when it’s open 2-6 p.m. For more information, please call 407-836-3111 or visit ocnetpets.com.

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Meet Keisha!

Keisha (A552801) is 3 years old, solid but small, and absolutely loves people and treats. She’ll do anything for love, and likes to spend most of her yard time cuddled on our laps. Calm, gentle and affectionate, Keisha seems like the perfect companion. Keisha’s one and only downfall is that she doesn’t seem to like a lot of other dogs, and she was actually returned to us when she did not get along with the resident pet.

But Keisha doesn’t seem to know any sadness; with her beautiful face and wiggly tail, she’s always happy, always ready to take on the new day. She doesn’t know she’s being ignored or looked over. She has no idea why she’s here. To Keisha, every day brings the promise of some yard time, some snuggles, and all the treats she can stand. She’s one of our favorites, and we are just hoping for so much more for her. We know the right person is out there waiting for her.

For the months of September, October and November, Orange County Animal Services is inviting you to fetch a new friend! This promotion reduces the adoption fees for pets in the shelter’s care for four weeks and longer. Those pets will be available for $10, while all other pets will be available at the standard rates. Each adopted pet is spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped before going to their new home.

Orange County Animal Services is located at 2769 Conroy Road in Orlando, near the Mall at Millenia. The shelter is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. every day except Wednesday, when it’s open 2-6 p.m. For more information, please call 407-836-3111 or visit ocnetpets.com.

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Meet North!

North (A539077) is a sweet 5-year-old girl who has been under Orange County’s care for almost six months. She was picked up as a stray back in December, and she may have been used for breeding and then dumped. 

North is currently in foster care, and has been for over three months. She loves people and is extremely friendly and gentle with them. Her foster mom is working on socializing her with other dogs, as this is her weak spot. 

Orange County Animal Services is located at 2769 Conroy Road in Orlando, near the Mall at Millenia. The shelter is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day except Wednesday, when it’s open 2-6 p.m. For more information, please call 407-836-3111 or visit ocnetpets.com. 

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Meet Drogon!

Fitting to his name, Drogon (A541798) is big, strong and a little hard to control. It’s clear he’s had very little training or socialization, because though he wants to play and be affectionate, he just winds up knocking everyone down. Drogon will fly into your arms without warning, he will head-butt you unintentionally while trying to steal kisses, he will run into your legs if you try and run with him. He doesn’t mean to be a klutz; he just is. Our vets put him at about 2 years old, but he definitely gives off younger puppy vibes — 70-pound heavy, muscular puppy.

Drogon has been out of the shelter three times now, adopted and returned for reasons that have nothing to do with him or his behavior. He is a good dog, but he will need a special adopter: someone strong, patient, and most importantly, active. Drogon needs exercise; he needs to play and run. He gets easily frustrated and he can be a lot of dog to control. Drogon seems to like other dogs, but he is so intrusive and powerful that he scares them all away. He can be calm, sweet and very affectionate, but only after he has been worn out and has had his fill of play time and treats. When tired, Drogon is as gentle as a kitten.

Orange County Animal Services is located at 2769 Conroy Road in Orlando, near the Mall at Millenia. The shelter is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. every day except Wednesday, when it’s open 2-6 p.m. For more information, please call
407-836-3111 or visit ocnetpets.com.

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Photo courtesy OCAS

Drogon (A541798)

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Meet Dodger!

From the moment he arrived, Dodger (A543435) has been calm and sociable with people. Our vets estimate his age to be about 4 years old, but he carries himself like a much older dog. He is gentle with people, taking treats softly, and loves the praise and attention he gets from our staff. Dodger is not a small dog at 70 pounds, but unlike some dogs, he actually knows his size and strength, and rarely pulls on a leash. He will stand up on two legs to get hugs and take treats, but is careful not to knock our staff over. Mostly though, Dodger wants to sit and snuggle. He’s not shy about getting close; Dodger is the kind of a dog that is going to want to share your sofa and your bed. He has been at the shelter now for over 50 days.

As a small token of appreciation, Orange County Animal Services hopes to bring joy to local heroes by waiving animal adoption fees. First Responders are defined as police officers (federal, state or local), sheriff’s deputies, state troopers, career firefighters, emergency medical technicians, correctional officers, corrections health staff, paramedics and 911 dispatchers. Those seeking to qualify for this promotion will need to present proof of occupation.

Orange County Animal Services is located at 2769 Conroy Road in Orlando, near the Mall at Millenia. The shelter is open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. every day except Wednesday, when it’s open 2-6 p.m. For more information, please call 407-836-3111 or visit ocnetpets.com.

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Dodger (A543435)

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