Tina - URGENT - Miniature Poodle Dog for Adoption in Thousand Oaks, California

Tina's time at the shelter is running out and she needs to find her forever or foster home ASAP!

Tina is a 5-yr-old Miniature Poodle currently being held at the Kern County Animal Services - Bakersfield Shelter. She has been at the shelter since July 30, 2026, and is ready for her new home.

Pet ID: A1255285

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 miniature poodle is a highly intelligent and affectionate dog breed known for its curly hypoallergenic coat and charming personality. Originally bred as water retrievers, these small but sturdy dogs excel in various dog sports and activities. They are adaptable to different living situations, making them ideal companions for both families and individuals. Miniature poodles require regular grooming to maintain their coat, and their playful nature and trainability make them a popular choice for obedience and agility competitions.

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