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Meet Annelise (A565975)— one of our longest residents. She's been with us since March (and in foster care since June), a...
24/08/2025

Meet Annelise (A565975)— one of our longest residents. She's been with us since March (and in foster care since June), and we honestly can’t figure out why she’s still waiting for her forever home.

A little more about this amazing girl:
3-year-old spayed female
Wakes up excited every day — always ready for adventure OR a nap on the couch
Rides like a pro in the car — no noise, no nausea, just peaceful window-gazing
Gets along with other dogs in her foster home (slow intros are key!)
LOVES people of all ages — kid-friendly and stranger-friendly
Crate trained ✅ Potty trained ✅
Scared of thunderstorms, but her solution? Cuddles. Lots of them.

She’s the total package: active when you want, calm when you need, and loyal through it all. The only thing missing? A home to call her own.

Please email [email protected] if you'd like to meet her.

**FOSTER FRIDAY LUNA A564274**People are often hesitant to foster, because they worry too much about the wrong things. T...
22/08/2025

**FOSTER FRIDAY LUNA A564274**

People are often hesitant to foster, because they worry too much about the wrong things. They think it's hard on the dogs. Some think that it would be hard on themselves, or that they would get too attached. We're here to tell you that fostering is possibly one of the best things anyone can do for these dogs. Like Luna, who came in as a stray, was adopted twice, and was returned both times. Once for being destructive, and the other for having separation anxiety. We were fortunate enough to find her a foster home, and this is the report card we received from her foster mom:

"Luna is a 2-year-old retriever mix with a heart as big as her smile. She’s incredibly sweet, affectionate, and always ready to make a new friend — human, canine, or even feline! She is great with both males and females. If you’re looking for a dog who will greet you like you’re the best thing that’s ever happened to her (because you are), Luna’s your girl.

✨Why You’ll Fall for Luna:
• Friendly & Outgoing: She’ll happily say hello to anyone, whether at home or out in dog-friendly places like Home Depot.
• Nature Lover: One of her favorite pastimes is staring out the window, quietly watching the world go by.
• Smart & Eager to Please: Treat-motivated and quick to learn (she mastered “spin” in under a week!).
• Leash Ready: Great on walks, with minimal pulling — just keep an eye out for squirrels.
• Good Manners: Fully potty trained, with a predictable schedule.
• Cat-Curious: Calm and respectful when meeting cats.

💡 A Few Things to Know:
Luna’s excitement can get the better of her when meeting new people — she will jump up, so care should be taken around small children. She’s also a sensitive soul who’s afraid of loud noises (such as the garbage truck or school buses). Most importantly, Luna has separation anxiety. When left alone, she becomes anxious and destructive, so she’d thrive in a home where someone is often present. She does well in a crate for safety, but she will cry, howl, and chew bedding if left inside for too long.

Her ideal home?
• Someone home most of the day OR
• A home with a friendly resident dog to help ease her anxiety
• A patient, loving person who will keep her on a routine (her happy place!)
• A family ready to give her plenty of affection, exercise, and reassurance"

This is an incredible update, filled with useful information that we would otherwise not have known. Fostering saves lives, it's that simple. And Luna is now ready for her new life, her new family, her new love.

Let's get her seen.
Let's get her home.

**DIESEL A477218**It should be no surprise that some of the animals the shelter receives are confiscated or removed from...
21/08/2025

**DIESEL A477218**

It should be no surprise that some of the animals the shelter receives are confiscated or removed from domestic violence situations. It’s well known that there exists a connection between domestic violence and animal cruelty. It’s called the link. How does this affect these dogs? Traumatized dogs can often exhibit serious behavioral changes. And we’ve seen them all: increased fear, anxiety, aggression. These behaviors can affect their stay at our shelter, and are often the reasons why a dog is or isn’t adopted.

This is Diesel’s story.
Diesel is five years old, and a bit on the small side. He is shy, sweet, and very affectionate. When he first arrived, he was none of those things. You see Diesel was part of an abuse call, involving law enforcement and DCF. There were allegations of animal cruelty and domestic abuse. In the end, the owner decided to surrender Diesel to us.

When he first arrived, he was highly reactive and aggressive inside the kennel. He was avoidant of staff, and extremely difficult to handle. We don’t know what traumas he may have endured, but it was obvious he was scared and not ready to trust anyone.

Diesel has been here for almost two months, and the change in him is nothing but amazing. He shares his space with other dogs, is friendly, and genuinely seems happier. Diesel is still a bit shy around strangers, but warms up quickly once he determines there is no threat. Some treats, a few soft words and a pet or two on his head and Diesel is your new best friend. It’s hard to imagine anyone hurting this beautiful and happy soul.

His story may have had a heartbreaking beginning, but the rest of his life doesn’t have to be. Diesel truly deserves all the love his heart can hold, and more.

Let’s get him seen.
Let’s get him home.

**SOLDIER A576012**This is Soldier, a six year old owner surrender. For years he was kept as an outside dog, guarding hi...
19/08/2025

**SOLDIER A576012**

This is Soldier, a six year old owner surrender. For years he was kept as an outside dog, guarding his home and his family. One day an Amazon driver walked up unannounced, and Soldier took action. A dog with his agility and strength could have done some serious damage, but Soldier didn’t. He simply warned the stranger, and then nipped the fingers of his hand once. The bite was minor, but it was enough to change the course of Soldier’s life.

Soldier’s family decided that he was a liability, and quickly surrendered him to our responding officer. When some dogs are left outside all the time, they become territorial and extremely protective of their property and space. Soldier was just doing what he thought was right, and he was quickly abandoned for it.

Soldier has been at our shelter now for over a month, and he continues to be overlooked, possibly because of the bite on his record. The sad part is, he just did what he was raised and taught to do, and then he was punished for it. Soldier is an amazing dog, affectionate, sweet, highly intelligent and extremely agile. In less than a month, he figured out our doors and can open most of them. He is also agile enough to scale any of our yard fences easily. He’s good with other dogs, but he can be protective of his person. And Soldier is one of those rare dogs that seeks out hugs and loves to feel arms around him. It’s as if for six years he was starved for affection, and he’s making up for it now.

We are hoping that there’s someone out there that won’t judge Soldier for his past.
He deserves the chance to show that he is so much more than just a guard dog.

Let’s get him seen.
Let’s get him home.

**OREO A571978**There have been studies that show dogs love their owners more than food, more than treats, more than any...
18/08/2025

**OREO A571978**

There have been studies that show dogs love their owners more than food, more than treats, more than anything else. We’ve all seen it, dogs will exhibit behaviors like excited children when reunited with their owners. And they will display anxiety and sadness when their owners leave. So imagine what it’s like when a dog who’s known only one owner for their entire life gets surrendered.

We’ve watched these owner surrender dogs lose weight, stare into the walls for hours, or pace listlessly in the kennels. And we all know that in their hearts they are waiting. They are hoping. And they do not know why they have been left behind.

This is Oreo.
Small, energetic, sweet. At four years old, his owner decided to give him up. Oreo has known only one home his whole life, and understandably, he was more than a little heartbroken when he came in. He has always been friendly, but during his first few weeks here he was a little reserved, quiet and shy. He always seemed to be waiting. Maybe in his heart he was hoping someone was coming back for him.

Oreo has been with us now for well over a month, and his personality has finally started to shine through. Even though he’s four, he has a sweet puppy energy. He loves to play, loves to run and fetch, but mostly, he loves to lay in the yard and have someone pet him. He melts for love, for attention. Oreo does need a little training, but most dogs do. He’s good with other dogs, and has shared his space readily. And with people, Oreo knows no strangers. Thirty seconds after you meet him, he will be on your lap.

Oreo was left behind once, but that doesn’t mean his life his over.
His heart has healed, and we think he’s ready for a new start.
A new love.
A new life.

Let’s get him seen.
Let’s get him home.

Casper (A304396) may be 11 years old, but don’t let that number fool you — she’s got plenty of love (and purrs) left to ...
14/08/2025

Casper (A304396) may be 11 years old, but don’t let that number fool you — she’s got plenty of love (and purrs) left to give. This sweet, friendly girl is looking for a cozy spot on your couch and a human who appreciates the art of a good cat nap.

Casper’s life took a turn when her owner passed away, and now she’s ready for a fresh start with someone who’ll cherish her.

With nearly 200 cats in our care, there’s never been a better time to meet your new best friend — and Casper is more than ready to audition for the role.

Stop by our shelter today and let Casper work her charm. View all available pets on our website: https://ocnetpets.com/Adopt/AnimalsinShelter.aspx

Meet Bumble Bee (A562967)8 years old • 62 lbs • Available now at Orange County Animal ServicesBumble Bee has a heart as ...
12/08/2025

Meet Bumble Bee (A562967)

8 years old • 62 lbs • Available now at Orange County Animal Services

Bumble Bee has a heart as golden as her coat. Recently returned from foster care, she’s proven to be the perfect mix of loving, laid-back, and adventure-ready.

Why you’ll love her:
• Housebroken and crate trained – polite, low-maintenance, and content to relax while you’re away.
• Great on walks – calm, easy to handle, and enjoys a nice stroll.
• Kid-friendly – gentle and patient (best in a home without very young children).
• Loyal companion – happy to curl up nearby or follow you from room to room.
• Road trip ready – loves car rides, short or long.
• Beach enthusiast – sand, waves, and shoreline walks make her tail wag.
• Stair-savvy – easily navigates multiple levels.

If you’re looking for an affectionate, easy-going best friend who’s past the high-energy puppy stage but still full of love, Bumble Bee could be your perfect match.

Meet her today at our shelter or learn more about her on our website: https://bit.ly/4mJNK4B

Willing to take a Chance (A576647) on love?On July 21, our team received a call from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office ...
11/08/2025

Willing to take a Chance (A576647) on love?

On July 21, our team received a call from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office about a dog with a badly injured leg. That’s how we met Chance — a 1.5-year-old, 35-pound sweetheart.

We don’t know how she was hurt, who owned her, or even her real name. What we did know was she needed help. Our veterinarians determined the injury was old and painful, leaving her unable to use the leg, and amputation was the best option for her quality of life.

Specialty surgeries like this can be done at the shelter, but the recovery time and individualized care are best handled in a foster home. When we asked for help, the Mullner family stepped up immediately, welcoming Chance into their home before and after her surgery. Two weeks later, she’s thriving.

Here’s what her fosters say: “This is a super sweet puppy who we renamed after the Hero in the book "Dogtown." Despite a painful limb and after her terrible surgery she has been such a good girl. She lets me change dressing without issue and tolerates my son with Autism messing with her.

Chance has playfully chased our cats but nothing aggressive. She initially did not pair with our dog but after about 24 hours they became friendly and now she dutifully follows the older dog around.

Chance is also so cuddly. She’s big for a lap dog at 38lbs but she is happiest snuggled up and easily allows me to carry her. Good with kids— even special needs kiddos. Good with other dogs and cats, our other dogs have been more aggressive and she just tries to play.

Completely housebroken— no accidents even when left for several hours and left out overnight. She has chewed up ALL our dog toys and destroyed a few socks but otherwise minimally destructive. I think we need better toys:). She LOVES to play and can run fast even with 3 legs. She needs a little training to return a ball, come and sit but seems smart and interested in training. She would be a great guard dog because she has a loud/scary bark, but wouldn’t actually hurt anyone. We would keep her if we could.”

Now that her leg is healing, Chance is ready to find her forever family. If you’re looking for a playful, affectionate companion, email [email protected] to learn more about meeting her.

That’s a wrap on our “Crazy 8’s” adoption event!A huge thank you to our amazing staff and volunteers who pulled off an e...
09/08/2025

That’s a wrap on our “Crazy 8’s” adoption event!

A huge thank you to our amazing staff and volunteers who pulled off an epic 12-hour day — opening early at 8 a.m. and staying until 8 p.m. just for today! It was truly all hands on deck, and we know many are heading home happily exhausted.

Over 360 visitors stopped by during the event, helping spread the word and give our pets the spotlight they deserve.

The best part? 88 pets found their forever homes today! (Pictured are just a few of those lucky dogs and cats.)

This success was a true community effort — from the adopters to our dedicated team and everyone who shared the event. We couldn’t have done it without you.

Feeling the FOMO? No worries! We’re open again tomorrow at 10 a.m., and $20 adoption fees continue through the end of the month.

Browse our adoptable pets here: https://ocnetpets.com/Adopt/AnimalsinShelter.aspx

**OAKLEY WAS ADOPTED**We are over the moon, mostly because we didn’t think it was going to happen so quickly. But it did...
05/08/2025

**OAKLEY WAS ADOPTED**

We are over the moon, mostly because we didn’t think it was going to happen so quickly. But it did, and we are so happy to report that Oakley was adopted, and is on his way home.

His adopter drove from two hours away to meet him and adopt him, after Oakley caught her eye on our Trooper Steve segment. She met sweet Oakley, and it was a match made in heaven. She adopted him the same day. Oakley still needed a few days for his neuter surgery before he could go home. For someone traveling from a distance, this prospect can be daunting. But this didn’t stop his adopter. It didn’t even slow her down. She kept in contact with Trooper Steve, and we decided to record the entire pick up together.

When we took Oakley out , he ran directly to her, tail wagging, excited and happy. It was as if he knew in his heart, she was the one. He had found her.
He had found his home.

A huge shoutout to Trooper Steve for his help, his positivity, and his love for our animals.

We’ll miss you, Oakley…and our hearts are soaring for you.

But the work doesn’t end here.
Currently there are almost 400 animals at our shelter who are waiting, and hoping, for a story book ending like Oakley’s.

Let’s get them all seen.
Let’s get them all home.

**OCHO A576699**A little less than a month ago, we were called by the employees of a storage facility about a loose inju...
04/08/2025

**OCHO A576699**

A little less than a month ago, we were called by the employees of a storage facility about a loose injured dog. The employees told our officers that the dog was extremely fearful, and had a huge gash going down the middle of his face. The gash looked like it had been caused by a large blade or sharp edge, and rightfully, the dog was terrified of anyone that came near him. Our officers responded, and they were able to confine the fearful dog carefully, to keep from making his injuries worse.

This is how we met Ocho.

The gash on his face required multiple sutures, but Ocho allowed us to care for him. In the three weeks that he’s been with us, his injuries have healed quickly, but his heart has not. Ocho has warmed up to just two staff members, both females; and everyone else he just avoids or ignores. Our vets put him at about three years old, and besides his scars, Ocho is healthy, muscular and handsome. He does not trust everyone, and is very selective with his love. We don’t know what has happened in his life; but it’s clear to see that at some point in his life, he was loved and cared for. And then he was hurt so bad, he lost not just his confidence, but also his faith in people.

And we really can’t blame him.

Ocho is not aggressive; if anything, the words that fit him most of the time are cautious and aloof. He doesn’t seem to mind other dogs, and does not react to their presence around him. It’s people he has issues with. When we took him out to the yards, it took quite some time to get his pictures and video, as he would not let us get closer than a few feet. It wasn’t until his favorite staff member came outside that he finally softened up. But only with her.

Ocho is available for adoption, but he is definitely the kind of dog that is going to choose his adopter. He holds on tight to his heart, and no amount of coaxing or treats breaks that hold. It’s going to take a special person, in his eyes, to take this beautiful boy home.

But we remain hopeful.
Let’s get him seen.
Let’s get him home.

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2769 Conroy Road

32839

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