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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 Trixie (In Foster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Trixie (In Foster)

Pomeranian

Female, 8 yrs 6 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Scrappy Doo (Leo)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Scrappy Doo (Leo)

Dachshund/Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 4 yrs
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Rachael's adoption status with email updates.
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Rachael

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Dachshund

Female, 15 yrs 2 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Mizu's adoption status with email updates.
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Mizu

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on MC Hammer's adoption status with email updates.
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MC Hammer

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Lotus's adoption status with email updates.
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Lotus

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 6 mos
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 Clawdia's adoption status with email updates.
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Clawdia

Domestic Shorthair/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young
Covington, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Shimmer's adoption status with email updates.
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Shimmer

Mixed Breed (Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Covington, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Sweet Cat Samantha's adoption status with email updates.
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Sweet Cat Samantha

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Metairie, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Bunch (B)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Bunch (B)

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Slidell, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Indigo's adoption status with email updates.
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Indigo

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
New Orleans, LA

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