Meet Lyja.

Ocala, FL · 2 years 6 months · American Bulldog (medium coat)

Listed since Apr 30, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Sep 8, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Hi, I'm Lyja!I'm a FIDO Project dog- FIDO stands for Florida Inmates & Dog Obedience. I live inside our local men's prison so they can help me learn a few things that might help me find a home. Each FIDO class gets their own theme- ours is called, 'The Fanstastic Fur.' I arrived in the shelter in April. Before that, I was at another shelter, and just didn't find my person. The folks in Marion took a chance on me, so I packed my bags and went on a trip. I’m strong on leash but growing each day. I know how to make everyone have a good belly laugh at my zoomies - I tuck my butt in just right and take off. I guess it's important for you to know that young kids make me a bit nervous. The inmates are teaching me so many new words and I really love the attention I get in the prison. I know everyone doesn't want to be here- but I think it's great! If you think you may want to adopt me, please visit marionfl.org/fido and submit a no-obligation adoption application. Someone from my FIDO team will reach out to you soon! Want to find me and my friends on Facebook? Search for #TheFIDOProject. Here is what I'm learning;CrateComeWaitStayDownUpPlaceLeave itDrop itReadyBackTouch

RescueGroups record ID: 22433349

What this home needs

• Still to ask the shelter

  other dogs · cats · children · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:09 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:09 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.