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CARL
Male · Dog
Marion County Animal ServicesOcala County, FL · 📞 (352) 671-8700
Shelter age estimate8 yrs
Golden Years estimate8–11 yrsConfidenceHigh
Shelter breedGerman Wirehaired Pointer
Golden Years breedWirehaired Pointing Griffon / German Wirehaired PointerConfidenceHigh
Breed life expectancy11–18 yrs
Golden Years remaining~0–10 yrs
SizeLarge
Est. weight~45 lbs
Intake ID22298671
🏠 Single story or elevator preferred🛋️ Couch companion✂️ Needs a dedicated groomer
Report Card
👨👩👧 Family Friendly
🤝 Low aggression🧘 Calm energy
Time Left
CARL could live ~0–10 years more.
Typical lifespan: 11–18 years · Breed: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon / German Wirehaired Pointer
Age Analysis
Computer vision estimates 8–11 years (high confidence).
Health Assessment
Physical17/45 · Concerning
- Body condition: Slightly off (2/9)
- Coat: Poor
Medical13/25 · Moderate
- Visible observations: muscle wasting, visible ribs, unkempt coat
Comfort10/30 · Stressed
- Shelter stress: moderate · Fear signals: averting gaze / turning head away, cowering / crouching low
- Estimated care: High
Overall40/100 · Needs Attention
Marion County Animal Services
Ocala County, FL
Noteworthy
- This is a rescue — animals here were pulled from other shelters
Last updated Mar 1, 2026