Border Collie Dogs Available for Adoption in Thousand Oaks, California
DIANE - URGENT AND AT RISK
Border Collie
🇺🇸
Thousand Oaks, California
May 26th
female, small, baby
DESCRIPTION
URGENT! This tiny baby has an upper respiratory infection. This puts her extra at risk at the shelter. Diane needs a safe home to recover ASAP!
Diane is a 12-week-old Border Collie currently being held at the Kern County Animal Services - Bakersfield Shelter. She has been at the shelter since April 29, 2026, and is ready for her new home.
Pet ID: A1247568
ABOUT
Companion Animal Protection Services (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.
ABOUT: BORDER COLLIE DOG BREED
The Border Collie is a highly intelligent and energetic dog breed known for their herding capabilities and exceptional obedience. Originating from the border regions of Scotland and England, these agile and versatile dogs are famous for their focus, stamina, and trainability. With their striking black and white coat and intense gaze, Border Collies excel in various canine sports and activities, making them ideal companions for active families and individuals seeking a loyal and dynamic pet.
COMPANION ANIMAL PROTECTION SOCIETY: PET SHELTER & RESCUE
Founded in 1992, the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS) is the only national nonprofit dedicated exclusively to protecting companion animals...
