Bakugo - URGENT - Plott Hound Dog for Adoption in Thousand Oaks, California

URGENT! Bakugo has an upper respiratory infection and he will be euthanized if not adopted soon. He needs a safe home to recover ASAP!

Bakugo is a 14-week-old Plott Hound currently being held at the Kern County Animal Services - Bakersfield Shelter. He has been at the shelter since June 24, 2026, and is ready for his new home.

Pet ID: A1252329

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.

The Plott Hound, known for its striking brindle coat, is a devoted and fearless hunting dog with a rich history. Originating in North Carolina, this breed excels in tracking and treeing game, particularly wild boar and bears. The Plott Hound is renowned for its stamina, intelligence, and independence, making it an ideal companion for active individuals or families looking for a loyal and hardworking canine partner in a variety of outdoor activities.

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