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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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Email adopt@animalrescueneworleans.org
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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 Olive Oil's adoption status with email updates.
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Olive Oil

Hound (Unknown Type)

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

Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog/Husky

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

Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog

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

Siamese

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Sir Pawington (Tripod)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Sir Pawington (Tripod)

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Louie's adoption status with email updates.
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Louie

Hound (Unknown Type)

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

Chihuahua

Female, 7 yrs 1 mo
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 CASTIEL's adoption status with email updates.
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CASTIEL

Pit Bull Terrier/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Mandeville, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Lee's adoption status with email updates.
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Lee

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 9 mos
Madisonville, LA
We'll also keep you updated on 24-630C Beau's adoption status with email updates.
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24-630C Beau

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Thibodaux, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Eto IN FOSTER's adoption status with email updates.
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Eto IN FOSTER

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 11 yrs 1 mo
New Orleans, LA
We'll also keep you updated on Bandito's adoption status with email updates.
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Bandito

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
New Orleans, LA

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