All Week Long..All Year Long!
Thank you to Ft Polk Army Base
Working K-9's and their Handlers!
USA VetCom
South Plains DVC, LA BR
USA Meddac
1585 3rd Street
Fort Polk, LA 71459
During 3rd Louisiana Week for the Animals, this is the perfect time to say thank you to all the brave military men, women, K9's and their handlers at Ft. Polk. Fort Polk is unique in all the Army because it is the only Combat Training Center (CTC) that also has the mission to train and deploy combat and combat support units. Please send cards and letters to the above address. God Bless Our Troops.
We love you and thank you for your service, Ft. Polk !
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Saturday, March 19th 7:00 am-2:00 pm
Magic Happens Rabbit Rescue Rummage/Yard sale
Easter Pics too!
St. Lutheran Church
2021 Tara Blvd.,
Baton Rouge, LA, 70806
Come help the bunnies and find a great deal too! Magic Happens rescues and helps the bunnies so much. (Ck out their adoption day next Saturday, March 26th. Scroll down the calendar.)
We love to visit with all coming to find a treasure and/or help the rabbits. Come and meet us and maybe you might want to volunteer or foster too! Call for 225-341-2866 voicemail only. If you want to donate, pls contact them.Email wendy@magichappensrescue.com
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Saturday(s) 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
St. Tammany Humane Society Offsite Adoptions
St. Tammany Humane Society
Adoption Center
20384 Harrison Ave.
Covington, LA 70433
In an effort to get more of our pets out into the community and in to permanent, loving homes, we have partnered with some of our local business supporters to host adoptions off site every Saturday from 8:00a.m. to 2:00p.m., weather permitting.
PetSmart & Covington’s Farmer Market every Saturday
Northshore Art Market on the 2nd Saturday of every month
Mandeville Trailhead on the 3rd Saturday of every month
You can always ck home page of the website for other upcoming offsite adoptions!
The St. Tammany Humane Society relies on the support and assistance of the community it serves to proudly serve out its mission and the orphaned pets. We are looking for volunteers to help work the off-site adoption stations for a couple of hours at a time. For more information on how you can help, please contact Leslie Durio, volunteer coordinator at 985-892-PETS(7387) x106.
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Saturday, March 19th 9:00am-12:00 noon
Chimp Haven Chimpanzee Discovery Day
Chimp Haven
13600 Chimpanzee Place
Keithville, LA 71047
On Discovery Day, visitors have the opportunity to observe the chimpanzees in their natural-forested habitats and tour the sanctuary using the groomed trails with overlooks and iews of two five- acre habitats from across the barrier moat.
Staff members will be on hand for “Chimp Chats” to discuss chimpanzee behavior and medical care, the housing and feeding of the chimpanzees and answer questions about their care at the sanctuary.
The event is free and open to everyone. It is recommended that guests arrive early for the best viewing of the chimpanzees since, like humans, the chimpanzees prefer to rest in the shade of the forest during the warm afternoon hours.
For directions and more info, please call the Chimp Haven Hotline at 318.925.5630. Please visit chimphaven.org
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Saturday, March 19- Sunday, March 27th See hours below
East Bank Regional Library - Jefferson Parish
Children's Department Celebrates
3rd Louisiana Week for the Animals!
East Bank Regional Library - Jefferson Parish
Children's Department
4747 West Napoleon Avenue
Metairie, LA 70001-2310
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The Children's Department will have a special beautiful book display on birds to celebrate Louisiana Week for the Animals. Gryphon Books will also be donating award-winning books to this branch. Stop by and say hello to the wonderful staff at East Bank!
They have animals books of every kind and the staff all loves animals at East Bank. Ask them about the Reading to Rover program too! Mon. - Thurs.: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri. - Sat.: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. All branches will something going on or book display.
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Saturday, March 19th 10:30 am til
Animal Crackers Reading program
Baton Rouge River Center Library
River Center Library Branch
120 St. Louis Street
Baton Rouge Louisiana 70821
The staff will be reading "Millions of Cats" to the young ones in honor the 3rd Annual Louisiana Week for the Animals.
Millions of Cats is a picture book written and illustrated by Wanda Gág in 1928. The book won a Newbery Honor award in 1929, one of the few picture books to do so. Millions of Cats is the oldest American picture book still in print.[1]
The hand-lettered text tells the story of an elderly couple who realize that they are very lonely. The wife wants a cat to love, so her husband sets off in search of a beautiful one to bring home to her. After traveling far away from home, he finds a hillside covered in "...hundreds of cats, thousands of cats, millions and billions and trillions of cats..." This rhythmic phrase is repeated several other times throughout the story. Read more the amazing book at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Millions_of_Cats
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Saturday, March 19th 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Southeastern Louisiana University's
Rock 'N Roar
CAAWS tabling for Humane Education
Southeastern Louisiana University's
Hammond, Louisiana 70402
CAAWS --Capital Area Animal Welfare Society (CAAWS)will have a table at the Southeastern Louisiana University's Campus for the annual Rock 'N Roar.
Rock ‘n Roar patrons of all ages can will also enjoy educational displays by Southeastern’s departments; food and music; plant and ceramics sales; a health fair; and a farmer’s market complete with produce, gift items, jewelry and crafts. For additional information about Rock ‘n Roar Fest, call (985) 549-2150.
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Saturday, March 19th 10:00 am til
Denham Springs Animal Shelter Adoption Day!
Petco
2358 South Range Avenue
Denham Springs, LA 70726
We are the only No-Kill Municipal Shelter in Louisiana. Our furry residents are all loved and cared for as if they were our personal pets. Please come and see for yourself. For more information or to donate toward spay/neuter, please call (225)664-6126 . We are less than 7 mile from Baton Rouge! See map on website!
The only thing better than One Pet, is Two Pets. The adoption fee is $50.00 for one and $60.00 for two. The adoption fee includes the first set of shots, spaying or neutering and a voucher for rabies.Look for us at Petco where our dogs will be and our cats 7 days during the week! To become a volunteer please come to the shelter or send an email to: dsanimalshelter@gmail.com
Do you like to take pictures? We always need pictures of our pets for the website. http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/LA31.html
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Sat & Sun March 19-20, 2010 10am til
Audubon Nature Institute Earth Fest
Audubon Zoo
Audubon Nature Institute
historic Uptown New Orleans
New Orleans, LA 70178
Join us for Audubon Zoo’s 21th Annual Earth Fest. Earth Fest is a fun way for zoo visitors to learn about saving the environment. Exhibitors representing groups from the non-profit and governmental sectors as well as businesses involved with environmental issues will help Zoo visitors answer questions for prizes on the Earth Quest game. Great food and crafts available for purchase! (504) 581-4629
Free with admission to the Zoo. Audubon Zoo members get in free!
On Saturday, March 19th
The New Orleans Book Festival
takes place on grounds during Earth Fest!
Showcased will be local authors, publishers, marketplace vendors as well as a book giveaway. This festival-within-a-festival, will allow our local talent a stage to promote their books, give an audience to small publishers, and most importantly bring awareness to illiteracy in our city. Our local libraries, book associations, book clubs, bookstores have all been invited to attend and participate.
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Saturday, March 19th 10:00 pm-3:00 pm
Ascension Animal Advocates & Hokie's Hounds
& Cat Haven Adoption Day
Petco
6857 Siegen Lane
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Pet adoptions with the volunteers and friends of Ascension Shelter & who get together to show adoptable. FUN! See the groups above who will be there with adoptions. We love to visit with all coming to meet the adoptables. Come and meet us and maybe you might want to volunteer too!
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Saturday , March 19th 12pm – 2pm
A.P.A.W.S. Pet Food Drive
Whole Foods
7529 Corporate Boulevard,
Baton Rouge - (225) 218-0452
A.P.A.W.S. (Animal Protection And Welfare Society) is an all volunteer group of people who are dedicated to ensuring that all pet animals in and around the Baton Rouge area live in homes which provide for all of the animal's physical and emotional needs (including daily maintenance, medical care and nurturing) for the animal's lifetime. http://www.apawspets.org/
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Saturday, March 19th 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm
Animal Welfare, Inc Spay/Neuter Voucher Days
Bossier Library
2206 Beckett Street,
Bossier City, LA 71111
You must qualify in order to receive a voucher. The program is based on Marital Status and Income. Proof of income is required. Qualify: Single and your income is $1350 or less per month. Married and your income is $2300 or less per month.
Bring: Proof of Marital Status. Proof of Income (we don't keep any of your paperwork). We Pay: $25 for Male Pets. $30 for Female Pets
You are responsible for the difference between the Voucher Amount and the Price Your veterinarian charges. Veterinarian charges for spaying/neutering range from about $35 to $300, so don't hesitate to shop for the best price.
Currently, Robinson's Rescue charges are Female Cat $45, Female Dog $65, Male Cat $35, and Male Dog $55. The Robinson's clinic is located at 504 E. Kings Hwy. in Shreveport, LA 71105. Their phone number is 318.861.0101
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Saturday, March 19th 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
St. Martin Humane Society Adoption Day
Petsmart
5700 Johnston St Ste 100
Lafayette, LA 70503
St. Martin Humane Society adoptables are hoping you will come by and see them. Adopt and a save a life.
The 2011 Animals of Acadiana calendars are ready! The photographs used are those of members' and other delightful pets that were the winning entries in our Pet Photo Contest, held earlier this year. Place your order soon - These adorable calendars are going fast!
Contact us. (337) 442-6150 for general information, adoption program and our Spay/Neuter program. Please leave a detailed message.
E-Mail: webmaster@stmartinhumane.org
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Saturday, March 19th 1:00 pm to 4:00 p.m
PAAW Adoption Day!
Petsmart
Johnston Street, Ste 100
Lafayette, Louisiana 70503
PAAW operates out of foster homes. All of our animals are kept in homes, and are introduced to children, cats, other dogs, men and women. We're happy to show any of our animals at a convenient time.
All of our animals are spayed or neutered prior to adoption up to date on vaccinations and the dogs are on monthly heartworm preventative; Cats are tested for FeLV and FIV. We have a wonderful experienced vet who works with us daily on keeping our pets healthy, and providing medical care for them.
As with most volunteer organizations, PAAW is always looking for volunteers who want to work with companion animals. We operate our organization with the help of foster homes. We are currently looking for additional foster homes for temporary homing of abandoned pets. If you live in the Lafayette, LA area and would like to get more information on becoming a foster parent, please email: paawpets@gmail.com http://www.paaw.org
Saturday, March 19th 12noon pm-4:00 pm
Cat Haven Adoption Event
Petco
6857 Siegen Lane
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Come over and meet us at Petco. We are a rescue in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area. We take in unwanted rabbits and rehome them, and do educational visits to schools and events.
If you are looking for a new cat, please take a look at our adoptable bunnies on our website and give these guys a second chance at a loving home! http://www.magichappensrescue.com/
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Saturday, March 19 Gates open at 4pm, seating at 5,
Tails, But No Black Tie
Equest Farm
1001 Filmore Ave
New Orleans, LA 70124
An Equestrian evening benefiting New Orleans City Park hosted by Equest Farm 1001 Filmore Ave. at Marconi- Beautiful Horses and World Class Riders! Fun for the entire family! Grandstand & Patron Party Gates open at 4pm; Grandstand seating begins at 5pm; Competition starts at 5:30pm. For info or tickets call 504-483-9398 Gates open at 4pm, seating at 5, competition at 5:30 Equest Farm.http://tailsbutnoblacktie.org/ (504) 482-4888 info@nocp.org
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Saturday, March 19th 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Spay Baton Rouge Spay Soriee
Bishop Robert E Tracy Center
1800 S Acadian Thruway
Baton Rouge, LA, 70808
Raffle, silent auction, celebs, delicious food, wine & food, music by Capitol Jazz Collective. For more info http://spaybatonrouge.org/
Over 9,000 unwanted pets will be destroyed by the East Baton Rouge Animal Control this year alone. The best solution to this sad reality is to stop the unwanted animals from being born. As part of that solution, Spay Baton Rouge provides spay and neuter assistance to qualified pet owners through association with Azalea Lakes Veterinary Clinic, the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine, and a number of local area vet clinics.
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Sunday, March 20th BikeRace 7am - 10am festival 10am - 5pm
Abita Springs Earth Festival
Abita Springs Earth Festival.
22049 Main Street
Abita Springs, LA 70420
The Abita Springs Friends of the Park presents the third annual Abita Springs Earth Festival. The event provides citizens with information on earth-friendly options for living, and offers locally made crafts, plants and produce for sale.
The day begins with a bike race on the Trace from 7am - 10am.
The event includes:
-Earth Friendly Crafts
-Informational Booths
-Food and Beverages
-Free Trees
-Raffle Prizes
-Tree Planting
-Live Music
-Door Prizes
-Artisan Crafts
-Flower Box Planting
-Totem Carving in Playground
Awards for the poster/art contest will also be presented to local student artists.
Location: Abita Springs Trailhead Pavilion Hours: Bike race 7am-10am; festival 10am - 5pm Admission: Free Website: http://www.townofabitasprings.com/
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Sunday, March 20st 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Woofstock 2011!
Castine Center In Pelican Park
63350 Pelican Boulevard
Mandeville, LA 70448-7326
Enter our Doggie Contests: Look-Alike, Hippie-Dressed Dog, Stupid Dog Tricks, & Ugliest Dog. Shop the Doggie Vendor Market. In addition to the great music, food, fun, & festivities, be sure to visit our low-cost vet clinic microchip IDs are only $10, & you'll find deeply discounted flea, tick, & heartworm preventative !
To Purchase Tickets: Call (985) 892-7387 .Stop by our Covington location: 20384 Harrison Ave. or visit website using PAYPAL (make sure to include Woofstock)
or info call Susie 985-892-7387. Visit http://www.sttammanyhumanesociety.org/
Mandeville is a city in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana.Mandeville is located on the North Shore of Lake Pontchartrain, south of Interstate 12. It is across the lake from the city of New Orleans and its southshore suburbs. It is part of the New Orleans–Metairie–Kenner metropolitan area.
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Sunday, March 20 6 & 7 pm preshows
Ghostbusters movie preshow at Manship Theatre
The Manship Theatre
Shaw Center for the Arts
100 Lafayette Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801
(225) 344-0334
Animal Protection and Welfare Society - APAWS, P.O. Box 40981
Gateway Station, Baton Rouge, LA 70835. Phone: 225-343-0303
A.P.A.W.S. (Animal Protection And Welfare Society) is an all volunteer group of people who are dedicated to ensuring that all pet animals in and around the Baton Rouge area live in homes which provide for all of the animal's physical and emotional needs (including daily maintenance, medical care and nurturing) for the animal's lifetime. http://www.apawspets.org/
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Monday - Friday, March 21st - 25th
Humane Society of Louisiana
DOWNTOWN GOES TO THE DOGS!
New Orleans Pet Food & Supply Drive on Poydras Street
~Celebrating Louisiana Week for the Animals~
New Orleans Pet Food & Supply Drive on Poydras Street
AT THESE POYDRAS STREET LOCATIONS, NEW ORLEANS 70130:
1515 Poydras - 1555 Poydras - 909 Poydras - 650 Poydras - 400 Poydras
Pet supply drives for the Humane Society of Louisiana will be held in the lobbies of several high rise buildings in downtown New Orleans during business hours.
If you work in the area or know friends and family who do, please drop off food, treats or animal care supplies for our homeless animals. Donation ideas include: Leashes and collars, pet food and treats, cat litter, Frontline/Advantage, blankets, towels and non-quilted comforters, cleaning supplies (bleach, laundry detergent, paper towels, etc, Heartguard, Gift cards for building supplies at Lowes/Home Depot, etc. Visit website at http://www.humanela.org/
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MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Calcasieu Parish Animal Services Adoptions
Calcasieu Parish Animal Services
5500 Swift Plant Rd
Lake Charles, LA 70615-4121
(337) 721-3730
Calcasieu Parish Animal Services & Adoption Center. We have a newly built dog park next door and adoption gardens complete with fountain, statuary, and a relaxing atmosphere to play with your prospective companion.
Shelter hours for adoption are from 12pm - 5:30pm through the week. The offices within the shelter are open from 7am - 5:30pm. The shelter is closed on weekends. If you would like to volunteer to work with the animals, bathe/groom them, just show them about love, please contact us.
If you would like to help out by donating needed items like heartworm prevention, flea control, or any other way that will help to make our animals more adoptable, please contact the adoption counselor.
Please look at the precious animals available for adoption!
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Ongoing
Louisiana SPCA Low Cost Spay & Neuter
To Schedule an Appointment Call: 504-363-1333
LA SPCA
1700 Mardi Gras Blvd.,
New Orleans, LA 70114
Thank you for choosing to spay or neuter your pet! By doing so, you are helping to reduce the number of unwanted cats, dogs, puppies and kittens that enter area animal shelters each year. Learn more about spay/neuter.
Dogs/puppies and cats/kittens 8 weeks or older, at least three pounds are welcome. Surgeries take place at the Community Clinic on the LA/SPCA campus.
Cost:
$25 feral cat/kitten (includes ear-tipping and rabies vaccination)
$40 owned male cat/kitten
$50 owned female cat/kitten
$75 dog/puppy (under 25 lbs.)
$100 dog/puppy (over 25 lbs.)
Other Services:
$15 microchipping
$36 dog vaccinations
$43 cat vaccinations
Reduced fees are available for: households currently receiving federal or state assistance including HCV, TANF, Medicaid, SSI, food stamps or WIC and citizens over 65, students, military . http://la-spca.org/Page.aspx?pid=270
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Monday- Saturday March 21 thru---
Feral Cat Spay/Neuter
St. Bernard Parish
Animal Control Center
5455 E. Judge Perez Dr.
Violet, LA 70092
504 278-1534
Friends is co-sponsoring low cost S/N for feral/stray cats in the Parish.
Contact the Shelter at 504-278-1534 for more info & to make an appointment.
If you *really* care about homeless animals and want to *really* make a difference, please email sbpanimal@aol.com for a free newsletter and information about our different programs and how to join our group. By snailmail, write to Friends at P.O. Box 933, Chalmette, LA 70043. Friends of St Bernard Parish http://sbpanimal.homestead.com/
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Ongoing
Gantt's Donkey Rescue /Adoption
Keith Gantt
423 Gantt Rodeo Road*
Athens, Louisiana 71003
(*near Athens, Louisiana... about an hour west of Shreveport, La.)
Keith Gantt who works for sheriff's depts is looking for homes for 25 donkeys. He can no longer afford to care for them and needs homes for them. They mostly "wandered onto the highway" and he has helped rescue them while working for sheriff depts.
Yes, there are donkey rescues, but they can't handle 25 at a time. It's slow going waiting for them to return calls. If you can help find home(s), please call Mr. Keith Gantt in Athens, LA at 318 243-4885. Thank you.
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Ongoing
HECKHAVEN WILDLIFE (& Farm/Exotic)
REHABILITATION CENTER
Heckhaven Wildlife Rehab Center
6927 Starboard Dr
Lake Charles, Louisiana 70605
HWRC would like to be as pro-active as time allows. We are coming into our busiest season now with Spring upon us and Spring being most of the Wildlife's Baby Season, limits our participation in outside activities. We are already getting in Hawks and Owls , Pelicans, Rabbits, Squirrels, Opossums, and Raccoon Babies - and Spring has not even arrived. Plus, our normal injured wildlife that we try to get well and back to the Wild.
Heckhaven also will take abused - domestic, farm, and Exotic animals. Any animal except for Dogs or Cats. At present we have, aside from the Wild Animals, Horses, Sheep, Goats, VPB pig, Chickens, Geese, Ducks, Peacocks, Parrots, Cockatiels, Parakeets, Iguanas, Rabbits, Ferrets, chinchillas, gerbil, and Rat.
501(c) - All donations much appreciated and needed.
Federal and State - Rehab, Possession, and Education permits
25+ years - Mammals, Raptors, Waterfowl, and Exotics
E-Mail: heckhaven@aol.com
Website: Http:www.snowhawk.com/heckhaven
Phone: (337) 477-6129
Thank you Suzy Heck of Heckhaven!
Rehabber = Common Sense, the Vision to Improvise, and the Courage to Try.
Remember the three R's: Respect for self; Respect for others; and responsibility for all your actions.
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Support your local animal shelter and humane org!
Animal Shelters
Petfinder
Mutt Cats
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Ban Gas Chambers in Louisiana
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SpayNation for Dogs & Cats!
SpayNation for Dogs & Cats
1640 North Bertrand Drive
Lafayette, LA 70506
Located in Lafayette, Louisiana, SpayNation for Dogs & Cats is a spay/neuter center committed to ending companion animal overpopulation by offering low cost, high quality spay and neuter services to dog and cat owners, animal welfare and rescue groups, and feral cat caretakers.
Comprised solely of volunteers, the group also facilitates adoptions of friendly cats and dogs.
Office hours: 10:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Mon. to Fri.
Check-in for surgery: 8:00 a.m.
Pick-up post surgery: 7:30 a.m., Mo. to Th. 3:00 p.m. on Fridays
Kittens must be at least 2 lbs and 8 weeks old for surgery.Puppies must be at least 16 weeks old for surgery.These fees include a Rabies vaccination, which is required by law. If the rabies vaccination is not needed (if a current Rabies certificate can be shown), deduct $7 from these fees.
Male cat: $49
Female cat: $59
Male dog: $68
Female dog: $78
E-mail: cathydam@mac.com
A dream and goal of Wild Cat Foundation for many years, SpayNation for Dogs & Cats is a low cost, high quality spay/neuter clinic providing sterilization services to the cats and dogs of Acadiana and beyond.Phone: (337) 264-1088
Project Cat Nip is for feral (or community) cats only. We cannot offer the $15 package for pet cats.
- All cats must have an appointment and come to SpayNation in a humane trap.
- There are a limited number of Project Cat Nip packages available, so please book your appointments. (call us at 337-264-1088) as soon as possible.
We offer reduced rates to animal welfare and rescue groups. Please contact us .
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Thru March 25th
Humane Society of Louisiana
DOWNTOWN GOES TO THE DOGS!
New Orleans Pet Food & Supply Drive on Poydras Street
~Celebrating Louisiana Week for the Animals~
New Orleans Pet Food & Supply Drive on Poydras Street
AT THESE POYDRAS STREET LOCATIONS, NEW ORLEANS 70130:
1515 Poydras - 1555 Poydras - 909 Poydras - 650 Poydras - 400 Poydras
Pet supply drives for the Humane Society of Louisiana will be held in the lobbies of several high rise buildings in downtown New Orleans during business hours.
If you work in the area or know friends and family who do, please drop off food, treats or animal care supplies for our homeless animals. Donation ideas include: Leashes and collars, pet food and treats, cat litter, Frontline/Advantage, blankets, towels and non-quilted comforters, cleaning supplies (bleach, laundry detergent, paper towels, etc, Heartguard, Gift cards for building supplies at Lowes/Home Depot, etc. Visit website at http://www.humanela.org/
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Thursday , March 24th 2:00 pm til
Nancy & the Fuzzy Friends Therapy Day
Westwood Retirement Community
1 Westwood Circle
Shreveport, LA 71109-6246
Nancy & Fuzzy Friends will be back at Westwood Retirement Community. The ferrets provide joy to the patients and students in the area.....sweet ferrets that are Therapy Ferrets. They go everywhere!
I have 5 ferrets that are Certified Therapy Ferrets. They go into schools, Nursing Homes the YWCA and the YMCA for different reasons. All the people that meet these ferrets just fall in love with them!
Fuzzie Friends is committed to the welfare of ferrets and educating the public about the joys of adding a ferret to the family. Visit http://fuzziefriendsrescueandshelter.webs.com/
(This therapy visit is open to patients and family only. Thank you!)
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Thursday, March 24th 6:15 p.m. -8:30 ish
The United States Police Canine Association (USPCA) Region 10 Field Trials and Certifications March 20 – 25, 2011 in Ponchatoula.
Ponchatoula Police K-9 Public Demo
Ponchatoula Atletic Park
300 N 4th Street
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
K-9 skills, at Athletic Park on North 4th Street. Families are encouraged to attend. These trials include K9 Handlers and their K-9 companions from LA, AR and MS. Each year these teams come together for annual certifications and to compete to qualify for the National USPCA field trials in September. During these trials, participants show the abilities in the areas of obedience, agilility, scent work and suspect apprehension with and without gunfire.
Public Demo will be held at Athletic Park approximately 6:15 pm. During the public demo the K-9 teams will show off their skills and perform various skits. There will be a raffle for a boys and girls bike to be given away!!
The Ponchatoula Police K-9 Division would like to invite the public to watch as they demonstrate their skills during the event. Event t-shirts will be sold to help raise money for PPD K-9 operations. Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20
Call me if you would like to buy some raffle tickets (985)974-8193
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Free Tony the Tiger!
Tony, a 10 year old tiger, is being used as a roadside attraction at Tiger Truck Stop in Grosse Tete, Louisiana. Please support efforts to give Tony the life and home he deserves at a big cat sanctuary.
The pic to left is not Tony. Tony lives in concrete & caged area. Let us help him.
Tony on Wordpress: http://freetonythetiger.wordpress.com/
Tony on Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/FreeTonyTheTiger
Tony on Twitter: http://twitter.com/FreeTonyTiger
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Ongoing and Daily
Peveto Woods Bird & Butterfly Sanctuary
Lake Charles region
Cameron Parish, Louisiana 70631
Louisiana lies in the very center of the transcontinental Gulf of Mexico migration path. A greater number of migratory songbirds probably pass over the Cameron Parish coast than anywhere else.
The Baton Rouge Audubon Society has preserved this unique habitat and established the first chenier sanctuary for migratory birds. The first Louisiana settlers called these coastal woods "cheniers" which means oak place. Cheniers are ancient beach ridges formed by wave action, offshore currents, and the influence of the Mississippi River.
This 41-acre island of chenier woodland is a favorite spot of birders, especially in the spring, because as many as two million birds utilize these sanctuaries each year. Birders flock here to catch a glimpse of the beautifully plumed spring warblers, tanagers, orioles and the like. Among most sought after are the Scarlet Tanager, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, Cerulean Warbler, and Cape May Warbler. Several first Louisiana state records of western vagrants have been obtained here, including Townsend's Warbler, Hepatic Tanager, and Hooded Oriole.
Map & location http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cameron_Parish,_Louisiana
Visitors are provided the opportunity for nature study such as birding, butterfly watching and photography. Website http://www.braudubon.org/peveto-woods-sanctuary.php
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Saturday, March 26th 7:00 am til
Fun Day Horse Show
Clinton Covered Arena
14730 Hwy 10
3.8 miles east of Clinton, Louisiana 70722
The Clinton Arena will host a Fun Day Horse Show at the covered arena in Clinton, Louisiana. Where: Clinton Covered Arena - ( 3.8 Miles east of Clinton) Gates open at 7am for warm-up. riding.
Registration opens at 8am and show starts at 9am. Classes include Trail, Lead Line, Walk-Trot, Western Pleasure and Gaited Pleasure. Poles and barrels to follow. Age Groups: Pee-Wee . Admission Cost $5.00 for each class, $2.00 for lead line. Contact Phone Number 225-572-9229
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Saturday, March 26th 8:30 am - 9:15 am
Barking Boot Camp Fitness for You & Fido
Louisiana SPCA
1700 Mardi Gras Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70114
Taught by certified fitness trainer Rena White-- shape-up together through a fun mixture of cardio, resistance training, obstacle courses and Doga (that's yoga with your dog!). It will be outdoors, on the front lawn of the Louisiana SPCA.
DROP-INS WELCOME!
Each person and dog will have their own designated campsite for mat work. You'll need to bring a set of light dumbbells (5lbs is recommended for women and 8lbs for men), a workout mat for you and a towel or blanket for your dog to lie on. Also bottled water and a small dog bowl for water should anyone get thirsty.All dogs should be on leash. Class size is limited, so pre-registration is required. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Louisiana SPCA. Call Rena White 504.810.1835
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Saturday, March 26th 9:00 am- 12:30 pm
Louisiana SPCA Pet First Aid Class
Louisiana SPCA
1700 Mardi Gras Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70114
Would you know what to do if your dog suddenly stopped breathing? Or, what if your cat cut her paw on a piece of glass? This hands-on training course will teach you the basics in animal handling, restraint, pet first aid and CPR using realistic animal mannequins. Taught by Red Cross certified instructors, you will learn what to do in common emergency situations prior to seeking veterinary care.
Receive certification from the American Red Cross in Pet First Aid and CPR. All students will receive either a dog or cat Pet First Handbook for easy reference.
Pre-registration is required.Contact: Contact Lori Haeuser at 368-5191, ext. 154 or lori@la-spca.org to register. SPCA hosted.
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Saturday, March 26th 10 am- 12 noon
CAAWS Pets and Pals at Burbank Dog Park
Burbank Dog Park
12400 Burbank Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA
Visit the CAAWS booth at Burbank Dog Park Saturday. This dog park has a separate small dog area, drinking water, and benches (no shade) and the pond but remember "Retriever training is restricted to Retriever Training Lake only (located near main entrance behind baseball fields)."
Phone - (225) 752-5801 Email: caawsmail@yahoo.com
The Capital Area Animal Welfare Society (CAAWS) is a private, all volunteer 501(c)3 nonprofit organization devoted to the prevention of animal suffering and animal overpopulation. Our primary function is to place animals into permanent, responsible, loving homes and to pursue educational programs and circulate information to the general public in an effort to reduce pet overpopulation
Physical Address: CAAWS, 6357 Quinn Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70817
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Saturday, March 26th 10:00 am to 1 pm
Animal Welfare Inc Dog Adoption Day
Your Pet Butler
2258 Benton Rd.
Bossier City, LA 71111
All pets featured are Spayed or Neutered and up-to-date on all vaccinations.
Dogs are started on Heartgard regardless of status. Cats are feline leukemia negative unless stated otherwise.
All applicants must have a veterinarian reference, allow home checks, and sign a placement contract. Cats are INSIDE only. Dogs require a fenced yard. WE DO NOT DO "SAME DAY ADOPTIONS"
Please understand that any new addition to your family will need time to adjust and lots of love and understanding.Once your application is processed and placement is approved, the final paperwork will be completed and a $50 (for cats) or a $75 (for dogs) donation is required. An 501 (c) 3 non-profit humane organization which has been helping pets, pet owners, and the community since 1979 !
Animal Welfare, Inc. Shreveport, Louisiana 71134-0797 (318) 221-0053
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Saturday, March 26th 10:00 am til 2:00 pm
Yelp Baton Rouge Adoption Day
Smooch My Pooch
20377 Old Scenic, Ste. 105
Zachary, LA 70791
YelpBR is a project of Commercial Properties Realty Trust, a company with many who adore their dogs. Like Art Fesmire, a troubleshooter of properties who couldn't say no to providing care for a wayward dog until a permanent home could be found. One was; the dog is now part of Art's family.
Upon realizing that so many Baton Rouge dogs needed a home, the staff of Commercial Properties launched YelpBR to start adoption days in fall 2009. Look for the number of adoption days to grow as YelpBR gets its footing and has the volunteers to secure homes for hundreds of dogs.
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Saturday, March 26th 11:00 am til
Baton Rouge Library Celebrates
3rd Louisiana Week for the Animals!
Wings of Hope Sanctuary visit with
Shegar & Barney the Owls!
Baton Rouge Main Branch
Children's Department
Goodwood
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
The Children's Department will have a special event with Leslie Latimore of Wings of Hope Sanctuary with Shegar & Barney the owls! Also a beautiful book display on birds and animals to celebrate Louisiana Week for the Animals. Gryphon Books will also be donating award- winning books to this branch. Stop by and say hello to the wonderful staff . Phone 225-231-3760.
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Saturday, March 26th 11:00 am - 3:30pm
Humane Society of Louisiana
CRUELTY INVESTIGATION WORKSHOP
OLD METAIRIE LIBRARY,
2350 Metairie Road
Metairie, LA 70001
Let the pros at the Humane Society of Louisiana teach you the basics. HSL is the state's only licensed 'pet detective' agency; we rely on the services of trained volunteer investigators to respond to and/or assist with animal abuse and neglect complaints statewide.
Get more information, directions and RSVP HERE.
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Saturday, March 26th 11:00-4:00 pm
St. Charles Parish Humane Society Adoption Day
Petsmart
6851 Veterans Blvd.
Metairie, LA 70003
The St. Charles Parish Humane Society will have with a variety of dogs currently being housed at the shelter. Plus we have cats at this location 7 days a week available for adoption Monday-Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.! Store phone is 504-455-2222. Monday-Sunday (Cats) and on Saturday (Dogs) http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/LA24.html
St. Charles Humane Society P.O. Box 240 Destrehan, LA 70047
Phone: 985-785-9136 or 985-783-5010
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Saturday March 26th 11 am to 3 pm
LA-SPCA, Animal Rescue New Orleans (ARNO) LA Boxer Rescue, Gulf Coast Doberman Rescue, the St. Bernard Parish Animal Shelter and the Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter
“Tour for Life” Adoption Day!
Clearview Mall,
4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd.,
Metairie, LA 70006
Adoption counselors and volunteers from humane organizations including the LA SPCA, Animal Rescue New Orleans (ARNO) Louisiana Boxer Rescue, Gulf Coast Doberman Rescue, the St. Bernard Parish Animal Shelter and the Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter will be on hand to help you select the right pet for you and your family. A bake sale will also be held during the event.
For more information, call 504.368.5191 or go to the website www.la-spca.org
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Saturday, March 26th 12 noon - 4:00 pm
Ouachita Parish Animal Shelter Offsite Adoption
PETCO
4209 Pecanland Mall Drive
Monroe, LA 71203
We will be taking several dogs and a cat or two to PETCO in Monroe on Saturday, March 26 from 12:00-4:00 for an offsite adoption. They will be looking for new homes so please stop by and see them.
You can also stop by and get a free pet ID courtesy of PAWS of NE Louisiana. Additional tags can be purchased for only $2.00.
Ouachita Parish Animal Shelter
417 Well Road
West Monroe LA 71292
Phone: 318-323-4032
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Saturday, March 26th 12 noon pm-4:00 pm
Magic Happens Rabbit Rescue Adoption Day
Petco
6857 Siegen Lane
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Bunny adoptions with the volunteers and friends of Magic Happens who get together to show adoptable and resident beautiful bunnies. FUN! for everybody.
We love to visit with all coming to meet the adoptables. Come and meet us and maybe you might want to volunteer and/or foster too! Call for store at 225-297-5997. Emailwendy@magichappensrescue.com
Saturday, March 26th 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Cat Haven Adoption Day
Cat Haven Shelter
11130 N. Harrell's Ferry Road,
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
To view the adorable cats and kittens available for adoption, please visit: www.cathaven.org . Cat Haven is a non-profit feline welfare organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Established in 1999, we provide shelter, care and adoption to homeless cats in our community.
We also promote the routine sterilization of cats and kittens to reduce the population of unwanted felines on the streets in our community. Thank you for visiting us today to learn more about our mission and how you can get involved. Phone (225) 636-2680.
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Saturday, March 26th 3:00 am til
Carver Library Celebrates
3rd Louisiana Week for the Animals!
Richard Byrd with Baton Rouge Animal Control visit
Carver Branch
720 Terrace Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70802-7066
(225) 389-7440
The library will have a special event with Richard Byrd, mgr of Baton Rouge Animal Shelter who will be talking about the importance of adopting & responsible pet care! Also a beautiful book display on animals to celebrate Louisiana Week for the Animals.
Gryphon Books will also be donating award- winning books to this branch. Stop by and say hello to the wonderful staff . Phone 225-231-3760.
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Saturday, March 26th OPENING RECEPTION 6:00 pm til
Sunday, March 27th 10:30 schedule of events begin
LSU School of Veterinary Medicine
24th Annual International Animals in Art
Exhibition
International Exhibition on Animals in Art
Opening Reception 6:00 pm
School of Veterinary Medicine
Louisiana State University
Skip Bertman Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
**School’s Library
The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine’s 24th Annual International Exhibition on Animals in Art begins with an opening reception on March 26 at 6 p.m. in the School’s Library.
The exhibition will be on display in the School of Veterinary Medicine Library on Skip Bertman Drive from March 27 through April 24. This event is free and open to the public.
Judge and Juror for this year’s event is Diane Mason, an artist from Berthoud, CO. She is the president of the Society of Animal Artists and the recipient of the Best of Show award at the 2010 International Exhibition on Animals in Art for her bronze sculpture, “Who’s Looking at Who?”
Two-hundred and twenty artists from 40 states, Canada, and Russia submitted 513 entries for the show. Of those 513 entries, 75 have been accepted for the exhibition. The exhibition is held annually and is open to all artists 18 years of age or older. All media are welcomed and accepted; the work must be original. For more information on the exhibition, contact Christine Mitchell, library director, at artshow@vetmed.lsu.edu
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Sunday, March 27th early a.m. 10:30 walk registration
The Gatsby Strutt
Dog Day Afternoon Walk-a-thon & Festival
City Park
1 Palm Drive
New Orleans, Louisiana USA 70124
Come join us at New Orleans City Park walk-a-thon & festival. Celebrity emcees of our days events are Jay Galle of WDSU-TV and Jonathan Myers of WWL-TV. Festivities include live music, specialty drinks, food from local restaurants, activities for children, dog contests and more! Check back for constant updates of the well known dog festival in Louisiana!
Schedule of Events
10:30 AM
Day-Of Registration for The Gatsby Strut, our Dog Walk-A-Thon begins.
Proudly presented by Heaven's Pets
11:00 AM - 4 PM
Food Court, Games, Boutiques, Live Music & Celebrity Emcees
11:30 AM
The Gatsby Strut, our Dog Walk-A-Thon, Begins
2:00 PM
Dog Contests
Categories: Silly Pet Tricks, Frisbee Catch, Owner/Pet Look Alike
4:00 PM
Dog Day Afternoon ends
~Special appearances by Gumbo, Boux, & Mojeaux - your favorite New Orleans Mascots** website http://la-spca.org/Page.aspx?pid=307
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Sunday, March 27th 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
NOLA City Park Birthday Pawty
NOLA City Bark
1 Palm Drive
New Orleans, LA 70124
Fantastic first anniversary of NOLA City Bark, New Orleans' beautiful dog park behind Popp Fountain in City Park. If you've never been there, it's a great day for you and your dogs to check it out. Beginning at 9 a.m., you'll be able to purchase a $35 permit at the entrance, and you'll get coffee and pastries as lagniappe.
The party is free for all dog park members and will feature food, coffee and a NOLA City Bark birthday cake. Vic the Dog DJ will provide music and agility skills highlighted.
Veterinarians will be available to answer questions and provide advice. Animal behaviorists will be on hand to offer training and behavior advice.
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Sunday, March 27th 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
The SPCA of Livingston Pet Adoption Day
Walgreen's
Near Antique Village
Hwy 190 & 3081 Range Avenue
Denham Springs, LA 70726
The SPCA of Livingston is holding a pet adoption eventat the Walgreen's in Denham Springs located near Antique Village at the corner of Hwy 190 and Range Ave. There will be lots of loving dogs, puppies, cats and kittens ready for their forever homes.
Just a few of the pets that are available 3 dachshund mix puppies, a purebred adult dachshund (not related to the puppies), lab/retriever mix puppies, tiny calico kittens and many many more.
For more info visit our website at www.livingstonspca.com or email laspca@aol.com or call 225-788-6940
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Sunday, March 27th 12 noon- 3:00 pm
Humane Society of Louisiana
DOG WASH FOR FEATHERED FRIENDS
JEFFERSON FEED GARDEN AND PET SUPPLY
4421 Jefferson Highway 70121
New Orleans, LA 70121-1308
Humane Society of Louisiana volunteers will be washing dogs, selling raffle tickets and offering lemonade and vegan baked goods for sale to aid local bird protection efforts.
HSL has been working with the group Kasia's Ark on an ongoing bird rescue project in New Orleans, and proceeds from this event will help fund these efforts.
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Ongoing.......... Sign up for Therapy Team!
The CAAWS Pet Therapy Program
Capital Area Animal Welfare Society (CAAWS)
6357 Quinn Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
Studies have shown that pets can lower blood pressure, reduce stress and create a feeling of well-being, thus aiding in the healing process. And, that is just what the volunteers of the CAAWS Pet Therapy program aim to do at local nursing and retirement homes.
If you would like to volunteer for the Pet Therapy group, or if you know of a facility that would like to be visited, please contact the following Pet Therapy Coordinator: Jeanneen Higgins jeanneen.higgins@la.gov
Website is http://www.caaws.org/index.htm
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Sunday, March 27th 5:00 pm-6:00 pm Central time
A Prayer for the Animals
~An official Louisiana Week for the Animals event~
Join others who would like to observe a moment of prayer for the precious animals. We are requesting prayers from 5-6 pm central time on Sunday, March 27th. This is a multi-faith observance for everybody.
Wherever you are, if you can observe a moment for the animals who need us...that collective energy will surely grow and bring light to our cause to love, assist and help them from any and all suffering.
For ideas on this activity, please visit http://www.animalworldusa.org/Inspiration.html
Click on dolphins to hear "One Love."
Louisiana Week for the Animals is for Everyone!
We will be adding 2012 events in February! Thank you so much. Contact us please.
