Holden - URGENT - Australian Kelpie Dog for Adoption in Thousand Oaks, California

Holden has a minor, temporary illness. He urgently needs a rescue, foster, or forever home where she can rest, recover, get well and live his happiest life.

Holden is a two-year-old Australian Kelpie mix currently being held at the Kern County Animal Services - Bakersfield Shelter. He has been at the shelter since July 21, 2026, and is ready for his new home.

Pet ID: A1254768

ABOUT
Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS), a national nonprofit based in Thousand Oaks, CA., partners with Kern County Animal Services in Bakersfield to find homes for at-risk dogs. The shelter has more than 300 dogs and puppies in two metal warehouses with no outdoor runs. Dogs and puppies are at high risk for euthanasia because of lack of space and too many abandoned dogs in the community.

HOW TO ADOPT, RESCUE OR FOSTER
Please contact CAPS if you are interested in adopting, rescuing or fostering, and we will make sure the shelter contacts you. They do not answer phones or respond often to voice messages due to understaffing. The dogs are in Bakersfield, not Thousand Oaks.

HOW TO CONTACT CAPS
https://caps-web.org/contact
No phone calls, please. Please use our contact form or reach out to us through Petfinder.

FOSTER HOMES
Fosters must live in Kern County.

TRANSPORT
CAPS can arrange transportation if you are on the West Coast. Adopters are responsible for transport fees, which typically range from $85 - $300.

The Australian Kelpie is a highly intelligent and energetic herding dog breed known for its remarkable agility and tireless work ethic. Originating in Australia, these medium sized dogs are prized for their exceptional ability to work livestock in various terrains. With a loyal and friendly demeanor, Australian Kelpies make excellent companions for active individuals or families willing to provide them with plenty of mental and physical stimulation.

Founded in 1992, the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS) is the only national nonprofit dedicated exclusively to protecting companion animals...