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ARNO (Animal Rescue New Orleans)

Animal shelter in New Orleans, LA

Animal Rescue New Orleans (ARNO) is an organization created for and dedicated to the rescue and aid of abandoned and homeless animals in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. ARNO's response includes, but is not limited to, immediate medical needs, as well as rescue of those animals who have been neglected, abused and deprived of loving care. ARNO promotes the foster, adoption, and reunion of pets with their original caretakers, as well as spaying/neutering of all companion animals.

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New Orleans, LA 70130
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Adoptable pets at ARNO (Animal Rescue New Orleans)

We'll also keep you updated on Henry (In Foster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Henry (In Foster)

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 5 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Mr. McDreamy's adoption status with email updates.
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Mr. McDreamy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Gyro (In Foster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Gyro (In Foster)

Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog

Male, 3 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Molly (In Foster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Molly (In Foster)

Poodle (Standard)/Shih Tzu

Female, 8 yrs 2 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Louie (In Foster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Louie (In Foster)

Husky/Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog

Male, 3 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Izzy (In Foster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Izzy (In Foster)

French Bulldog

Female, 3 yrs
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Fendi (In Foster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Fendi (In Foster)

French Bulldog

Female, 2 yrs
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Cleo (In Foster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Cleo (In Foster)

French Bulldog

Female, 4 yrs
New Orleans, LA
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Shelter FAQs

The Greater New Orleans Area, including all parishes effected by Hurricane Katrina. Jefferson Parish, St. Bernard Parish, Metairie, Kenner, Algiers, etc.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Home Check
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

If you are intereted in fostering or adopting a pet, we require:
1. a completed adoption application that will be reviewed, along with references from your current and past veterinarian
2. a home visit/yard check is scheduled with you
3. once the app. is approved, there is a final review to make sure the pet you are choosing is right for you, your family, and/or your lifestyle.
4. you meet your approved pet(s)
5. adopters sign a contract stating that the animal will be kept healthy through regular visits to your veterinarian, continue on heartworm & flea medication for the rest of the pet's life, and that if you ever have to surrender the pet they will only be returned to ARNO or their agent
6. contract also states that if you fail to comply with any or all of the contract ARNO has the right to take possession of the pet
7. Adoption fee for dogs is $200.00 for one and two for $300.00, adult cats one for $85 or 2 for $125 and kittens one for $125 and 2 for $150.

Adoption application

https://animalrescueneworleans.org/adoptfoster/

https://animalrescueneworleans.org/donate/

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We'll also keep you updated on Missy Smelliott's adoption status with email updates.
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Missy Smelliott

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 11 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Spatula's adoption status with email updates.
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Spatula

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Gray, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Molly's adoption status with email updates.
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Molly

Labrador Retriever

Female, 9 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Randon's adoption status with email updates.
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Randon

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Hammond, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Nathaniel's adoption status with email updates.
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Nathaniel

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Hammond, LA
We'll also keep you updated on BUDDY's adoption status with email updates.
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BUDDY

Chihuahua/Chiweenie

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Mandeville, LA

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