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Puppies and dogs in Louisiana

Looking for a puppy or dog in Louisiana? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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Adopt a dog in Louisiana

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Louisiana. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Maggie

Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Covington, LA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Maggie is the most loving dog I have ever had. We got her 2 years ago from a friend of my daughter who could not keep her. She is kennel trained but loves to sleep in the bed with us. We moved into an apartment and can't keep her here. She does best with a doggie door and a fenced yard but she doesn't try to run away if not. If you want unconditional love, Maggie is your girl.
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Toby

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Luling, LA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Brody (Tabernacle)

Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever/Pointer

Male, 9 yrs 10 mos
New Orleans, LA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained,
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My name is Brody (originally Tabbie or Tabernacle)! I am some kind of pointer/ chocolate lab or Nova Scotia duck tolling retriever. I tuck my paw out and the tail goes straight out! I am a very good boy whose owner could no longer keep me, so I am back in an Arno foster. I weigh 67 lbs and am 9 years old. My foster says I am absolutely the best: very, very clean and do not seem to shed a lot! I ask to go out! I am a strong boy, but I prefer snuggling on the couch or sleeping in bed with you! I am no bed hog. I sleep at the bottom! I am not food aggressive at all, but very food motivated so will be good to train! I have been very good in the house even when the foster had a long shift! I got adopted, but my family had a child with allergies, so after all these years I came back to ARNO. I have been through so much but need a loving home. I am such a loving boy who loves to be an only child. That way everything is all about me and you. I was originally rescued after the Great Denham Springs flood in 2017 when the whole shelter flooded suddenly, they opened all the kennels, and we swam up to the rooftop. Then we were stranded for days on land surrounded by water. That's how I got to be an ARNO baby. I have always been the only dog in the home and I prefer it that way! If you can be my forever home. Please email adopt@animalrescueneworleans.org.________________________________________________If you would like to meet one of our adoptables or learn more about them, please submit an application at https://animalrescueneworleans.org/adoptfoster/.**Note: Our shelter is open by scheduled appointment with an approved application. One of ARNO's volunteer adoption counselors will be in contact with you to notify you of your approval status as well as arrange an appointment.Adoption Fees:Dogs:Puppies under 6 months – $300Adult dogs (6 months – 7 years) – $250Seniors (8 years and older) – $200Cats:Adults (1 year and older) – 1 for $125 / 2 for $200Kittens (under 1 year) – 1 for $175 / 2 for $250For all animals that have not been spayed or neutered a $100 deposit will be required in addition to the adoption fee. The deposit is refundable upon completion of the spay / neuter surgery.For additional frequently asked questions, see here at https://animalrescueneworleans.org/adoption-faqs/For more information email: adopt@animalrescueneworleans.org.Please visit our facebook for more information about adoption specials, and adoption events. Events are a great way to meet multiple animals at a time!
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Curley

Maltese

Male, Senior
Gray, LA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Puppies and dogs in Louisiana cities

Shelters & rescues in Louisiana

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Louisiana. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Second Chance Paws

P.O. Box 1224, Crowley, LA 70525

Pet Types: dogs

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Acadiana Humane Society

P.O. Drawer C, Sunset, LA 70584

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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St. Landry Parish Animal Control

255 Hanger Rd, Opelousas, LA 70570

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Acadiana Animal Aid

142 Le Medicin Rd., Carencro, LA 70520

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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North American Shar Pei Rescue LA

Scott, LA 70583

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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LAFAYETTE ANIMAL SHELTER & CARE CENTER

410 N. Dugas Road, LAFAYETTE, LA 70507

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

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Angels 4 Paws

Crowley, LA 70527

Pet Types: dogs

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City of Crowley Animal Shelter

P O Box 1463, Crowley, LA 70527

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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ARF of LA (Animal Rescue Foundation of LA)

P.O. Box 53501, Lafayette, LA 70505

Pet Types: dogs

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Friends of Lafayette Animal Shelter

PO Box 51609, Lafayette, LA 70505

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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