Slick is urgent and needs your help. This young Shepherd mix is currently at the Kern County Animal Services - Bakersfield Shelter. He's been there since August 6, 2026, and has a minor, temporary illness that requires a peaceful environment for recovery. Slick is about 1.5 years old and ready to find a loving foster or forever home where he can heal and thrive. He has a lovely coat that’s a mix of brown, chocolate, and apricot with some black shades, along with a friendly personality. Ideally, Slick would do well in a medium-sized living space. While he isn’t altered yet, he is up to date on vaccinations. Due to his current situation, he needs a compassionate family to step in and care for him while he recovers. Foster homes must be located in Kern County, and transport can be arranged for those on the West Coast, though adopters will need to cover transport fees. The Companion Animal Protection Society, based in Thousand Oaks, CA, is working hard to find homes for at-risk pups like Slick. Click apply to start the adoption process.