Orlando was found in park by a police officer in a very shady part of Orlando.  He was waved down by two people saying there was a dog running loose. He found the dog just as someone was kicking her in the park. He drove all the way from Orlando to bring the dog to our center.

 

Orlando is a great dog who loves people and other dogs.  She needs a nice easy life after spending time on the streets.

 

Volunteer Update 10/24:  I spent some time with Orlando yesterday and she is a wonderful dog.  After all the abuse she has endured, she is just as loving and as affectionate as ever.  This is a great example of how dogs 'live in the moment' and are capable of overcoming terrible circumstances.

 

Volunteer Update 11/02: This dog is AMAZING! She plays so good with other dogs, from tiny puppies to our huge Akita JoJo. Orlando doesn't seem to be phased by any of the terrible things that have happened to her, she loves people and deserves a wonderful home!

 

She would be a great addition to any family.

 

11/3 update: ORLANDO gets along well with all the dogs in the lobby and front office.  Even when placed near cats, she acts friendly and wants to play.  ORLANDO is a lovable dog ready for her new home!

 

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, according to the most credible hypothesis, the Pointer was developed two centuries ago by crossing among the Italian Pointer, the Foxhound, the Bloodhound, the Greyhound, the Newfoundland, the Setter, and the Bulldog. This is an almost unbelievable mix, but it certainly has produced an outstanding result. The modern Pointer has existed for about eighty years. The Pointer is named for the motionless stance the dog assumes once he has found game. The direction of the point tells the hunter where the game is hiding. The first recorded mentions of the Pointer in England date from around 1650, when the Pointer was used to find hare for the Greyhound to hunt. By the early 1700's the Pointer became the dog of choice. The Pointer is renowned for his scenting prowess. He works very quickly, covering a lot of ground. The Pointer is particularly good on upland birds, but adapts well to other game. The breed has excellent endurance in warm weather, but is not suited to very cold conditions. Working best on land he is not very comfortable in water. He has a legendary tracking and pointing skills, but is not usually expected to retrieve game. The English Pointer is full of energy and go-power. Loyal and devoted he is a true friend. Kind and patient with children, he is a dashing gentleman. The Pointer is affectionate, intelligent and clean. An energetic and enthusiastic hunter, yet calm at home. Wise and adaptable to every situation. Socialize well at an early age to combat a tendency for timidity. Some can be high-strung. They tend to be a bit willful, distractible and reserved with strangers. It will bark at suspicious noises, but it is not a watchdog. Show lines tend to produce better pets. Field lines are often too active and hunt-oriented to make good pets. Hunting instincts develop early. Puppies, even at eight weeks old, often display pointing behavior. These fairly independent dogs are generally good with other pets and are not usually dog-aggressive. They have a life expectancy of 13-14 years.