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Puppies and dogs in Louisiana

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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.
We'll also keep you updated on Kiwi-Taking Applications Only's adoption status with email updates.
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Kiwi-Taking Applications Only

Standard Poodle

Female, Adult
Baton Rouge, LA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Meet Kiwi Taking Applications Only Kiwi is a small standard poodle, approximately 3yrs 2months old(Jan), is current on age appropriate vaccinations, crate trained/house trained, microchipped & will be spayed before going to her forever home. Kiwi requires a fully secured fenced in yard. She will require regular grooming. Kiwi came to us after being found neglected running loss. She is obsessed with having a toy in her mouth at all toys, if not a toy she will find something else to hold in her mouth. Kiwi is a very sweet girl, she knows sit, kennel, inside/outside & is working on other commands. Please consider opening your heart & home to Kiwi. If you are interested in meeting and/or starting the adoption process on Kiwi, the first step is to please click this link and complete an adoption application : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKJuBVKkrItDqrhKd-mDCjUFjJXkwxqzAH-Y9MII4kIX4XQA/viewform?usp=sf_link *This dog is a Benefactor Dog. His/her increased adoption fee will allow them to act as a benefactor to other dogs in our care that require special medical care and a give them a better chance at adoption *Please answer ALL questions on the application and EVERY PART of those questions *APAWS reserves the right to refuse any application for any reason
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Charlie - Taking Applications

Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, Puppy
Baton Rouge, LA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Meet Charlie Taking Applications Only Charlie is a mix breed, approximately 15lbs, 11months old(Jan), current on vaccinations, crate trained, will be microchipped & neutered before going to his furever home. Charlie needs a home without small kids due to him being fragile from a broken pelvis. He is a sweetheart, affectionate. Charlie knows sit, kennel & inside, he is working on learning other commands. We're still learning his personality as he's coming off of strict crate rest. He let's everyone know when its meal time, gets extermly excited for food. He requires a fully secured fenced in yard. Please consider opening your heart & home to Charlie. If you are interested in meeting and/or starting the adoption process on Charlie, the first step is to please click this link and complete an adoption application : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKJuBVKkrItDqrhKd-mDCjUFjJXkwxqzAH-Y9MII4kIX4XQA/viewform?usp=sf_link *This dog is a Benefactor Dog. His/her increased adoption fee will allow them to act as a benefactor to other dogs in our care that require special medical care and a give them a better chance at adoption *Please answer ALL questions on the application and EVERY PART of those questions *APAWS reserves the right to refuse any application for any reason
We'll also keep you updated on Lexie's adoption status with email updates.
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Lexie

Aussiedoodle

Female, Young
Baton Rouge, LA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Meet Lexie Lexie is a aussiedoodle, approximately 1yr 7months old(Jan), 19lbs, current on age appropriate vaccinations, microchipped, crate trained/house trained & spayed. She is a VERY HIGH ENERGY DOG! Good with other dogs, would be a lot for dogs that won't play with her. Lexie plays very rough with other dogs. She needs her furever home to be a house (no apartments/duplex/townhouses) she has a very high pitched bark. She will require regular grooming. Knows sit, kennel, outside & is working on other commands. Working on knowing what it is to be an inside dog. Lexie is good for her baths. She requires a fully secured fenced in yard. Please consider opening your heart & home to Lexie. If you are interested in meeting and/or starting the adoption process on Lexie, the first step is to please click this link and complete an adoption application : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKJuBVKkrItDqrhKd-mDCjUFjJXkwxqzAH-Y9MII4kIX4XQA/viewform?usp=sf_link *This dog is a Benefactor Dog. His/her increased adoption fee will allow them to act as a benefactor to other dogs in our care that require special medical care and a give them a better chance at adoption *Please answer ALL questions on the application and EVERY PART of those questions *APAWS reserves the right to refuse any application for any reason
We'll also keep you updated on Mary May's adoption status with email updates.
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Mary May

Border Collie/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs
Saint Francisville, LA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
We are not sure exactly what our pint size princess is but we she could definitely pass for a mini border collie. Mary May is shy when she first meets humans but within minutes she is happy to meet you. Treats are her favorite word an her best friend is Tazer.
We'll also keep you updated on Taser's adoption status with email updates.
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Taser

Belgian Malinois/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs
Saint Francisville, LA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Taser is a smart and submissive girl. She plays well with other dogs and loves to run all day.
We'll also keep you updated on Jonesy's adoption status with email updates.
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Jonesy

Chihuahua

Male, 1 yr
Baton Rouge, LA
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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.

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Animal Aid for Vermilion Area

5937 Veterans Memorial Drive, Abbeville, LA 70510

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Heartstrings

Broussard, LA 70518

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Safe Haven Animal Rescue Louisiana

PO BOX 82232, LAFAYETTE, LA 70598

Pet Types: dogs

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Wild Cat Foundation

1640 North Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA 70506

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends of Lafayette Animal Shelter

PO Box 51609, Lafayette, LA 70505

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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Angel Paws Adoption Center (Iberia Humane Society)

1314 Troy Road, New Iberia, LA 70560

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue Rangers of Acadiana

Scott, LA 70583

Pet Types: dogs

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North American Shar Pei Rescue LA

Scott, LA 70583

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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