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German Shepherd Dog

Athena - URGENT

Young·Female·Large

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About Athena - URGENT

Athena is a 2-year and 7-month-old German Shepherd who needs a loving home immediately. She is currently at the Kern County Animal Services shelter and is at high risk due to overcrowding. Athena has an upper respiratory infection, and it's urgent that she finds a home to avoid euthanasia.

Ideal Home

Athena needs a patient and caring individual or family who can provide her with a safe and comfortable environment to recover.

Ongoing Health

Athena is currently being treated for an upper respiratory infection. Further details about her ongoing health needs can be discussed when you reach out.

Training & Support

No specific training or support information is available, but Athena is eager for a home where she can settle in and feel loved.

Application Details:

  • Applications start by contacting us through Wags.

Transportation

Athena is located at the Kern County Animal Services shelter in Bakersfield, CA. Wags can arrange transportation for adopters on the West Coast, with adopters responsible for any associated transport fees.

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What to expect

Estimated

Typical costs and care for a German Shepherd Dog.

Typical cost to care

$2,260–$2,620 /yr

$203/mo

Energy

High

Grooming

3×/week

Shedding

Heavy

Health risk

High

Lifespan

9–13 yrs

Know the breed

German Shepherd Dog

Exercise

90 min/day, Vigorous activity

Trainability

Very trainable

Experience

Some experience needed

Living space

House, Acreage

Shedding

Heavy

Lifespan

9-13 years

Meet the shelter

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Location & pick up

Map showing location in Thousand Oaks, CA

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