Meet Jay!
Jay (A589702) is a gorgeous and healthy stray who’s a fairly new addition to our shelter. Our vets put him at a little under a year old, and he definitely gives off goofy/awkward puppy vibes. Jay is sweet, handsome, extremely playful and energetic. Jay is also young, clumsy, and it’s clear wherever he came from, he received very little training and socialization. He can be hard to handle and does not like to be leashed. He can be jumpy and mouthy.
For these reasons, any interested adopter will be required to consult with our behaviorist about this big beautiful boy. We want to make sure Jay goes to the right home to set him up for success. This isn’t a couch potato dog — this is a 70-pound strong and athletic dog who requires consistent exercise and training. Jay is extremely trainable and intelligent, but he can also be stubborn. He’s highly reactive around other dogs, and it can look scary to an inexperienced handler. But with time, patience and consistency, we know Jay can and will be an absolutely amazing and loyal family dog.
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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This article appears in March 4-10, 2026.