ANIMAL ORDINANCES

May 13, 2013 by admin

The New Orleans City Council recently passed legislation regarding animal ordinances in Orleans Parish. The updated laws went into effect on March 22, 2013 and include pertinent information for any pet owner in Orleans Parish. The ordinances are currently being enforced by the Animal Control division of the Louisiana SPCA.

Highlighted below are some of the new ordinances that may directly affect you as a pet owner or resident of Orleans Parish.

The updates to Chapter 18 Animal Ordinances include:
•Updated fees for Intact Dog Permit
•Annual license requirements for pets
•New definition to know: Community Cats
•Revised rabies vaccination requirement
•Expanded laws regarding animals in vehicles
•Stray hold period for animals brought to the shelter is reduced from 5 to 3 days
•Expanded definition of illegal owning of exotic animals which includes roosters
•Unlawful tethering (chaining) of dogs prohibited unless done in a humane and specified manner
•Requirement that privately owned indoor/outdoor cats must be microchipped or ear-tipped
•Protection of pets required during extreme weather advisories which include heat, freezing, tornado, tropical storm or hurricanes

To view and/or print the full list of ordinances regarding animals in Orleans Parish or to see Frequently Asked Questions pertaining to the revised legislation, please visit www.la-spca.org/ordinances.

A hard copy of the ordinances can be requested by writing to Louisiana SPCA, 1700 Mardi Gras Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70114. Please send $2.00 for printing and postage.

For more information, please call 504-368-5191 or email [email protected].

Woofs and Wags,
Ana Zorrilla
CEO
Louisiana SPCA

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Kitty News

November 30, 2012 by admin

Effective immediately, cats trapped in ZIP code 70119 (Mid-City) will be eligible for FREE spay/neuter services. And the 2012 Neuter Scooter Program, although late, will be kicking off December 1st for $10 feral surgeries. So now there is something for everyone. See below to find the program you are eligible for and call right away to set your appointments. Algiers Alleycat/Strut for Strays: FREE feral surgery in ZIPs 70114, 70131, and now 70119 through July 14, 2013.

Participating clinics are LA/SPCA Community Clinic and Furry Friends Animal Hospital. Fix a Feline: FREE feral surgery for all Jefferson Parish residents until December 31st. Participating clinics are Animal Care Center, Animal Medical/Surgical Hospital, Ark Animal Hospital, Chateau Veterinary Clinic, Cypress Animal Hospital, Expressway Animal Hospital, Furry Friends Animal Hospital, LA/SPCA Community Clinic, Marrero Veterinary Hospital, Pets R Our World, and Primary Vet Care.

Neuter Scooter: $10 feral surgery for residents of any parish not covered by another grant until December 31st. Participating clinics are LA/SPCA Community Clinic, Metairie Small Animal Hospital, Southern Animal Foundation, Spay Nation, and St Tammany Humane. There are still openings in our TNR Basics class this Saturday from 10-noon at the shelter for anyone wishing to register. We are in need of cat food for the TNR program and also cat and dog food for our Food Pantry program, as well as towels for shelter animals. Donations can be dropped off at the shelter 7 days/week, or at one of our donation drop boxes set up at our adoption locations on December 1st for Merriment on Magazine (drop boxes atPure Barre, Pinkberry, No Fleas, Petcetera, The Bulldog, Tracey’s and The Cat Practice.)

Also, anyone whose company wishes to have a pet supply donation drive during the holidays would be appreciated and we can pick up large donation orders at your door. Please consider the critters this holiday season. Thanks, and happy trapping! Heather J. Rigney Disaster Preparedness Coordinator Feral Cat Coordinator Louisiana SPCA Phone: 504-368-5191 ext 205 Fax: 504-368-5108 [email protected]

Feral Cat TNR | The Basics and Beyond!


A humane education course for people with neighborhood cats

Learn the importance of Trap-Neuter-Return and find out about basic methods and equipment.
Network and find area resources for low-cost spay/neuter, trap rental or purchase, etc.
Discover ways to advocate for neighborhood cats and to gain support for TNR in the community.
Get questions on cat ordinances and how they apply to ferals answered.

Class Schedule:
Saturday, January 28 10:00-Noon

Saturday, March 17 10:00-Noon

Saturday, May 5, 10:00-Noon

Saturday, August 11, 10:00-Noon

Saturday, October 6, 10:00-Noon

Saturday, December 1, 10:00-Noon

TNR Education Classes

Feral Cat TNR, the Basics and Beyond is a two hour class taught on premises at the LA/SPCA and FREE to the public. If you have an interest in practicing TNR and want to know how to get started, how to mediate problems, advocate for cats, and how to solve difficult trapping situations, then this is the class for you. This is also a great opportunity to learn more about the municipal ordinances in Orleans Parish as they pertain to cats. Novices are welcome, as are experienced trappers looking to network. Information on local feral-friendly programs and services will be available for distribution, as well as information provided by Alley Cat Allies, a national organization advocating for the rights of free-roaming cats. Limit is 15 people per class. Residents of all parishes are welcome. For class schedules please email or call Heather at 504-368-5191 ext 205. 

Check out the LA/SPCA events calendar for September and October sessions.

Fosters for Ferals

Become an LA/SPCA volunteer and enroll in our Foster Program. Help us socialize semi-feral kittens and cats who may just need a little extra TLC. The amount of attention and care these borderline animals receive is often the key difference in whether or not they are successfully adopted. Our foster program is always eager for new families to join, and accepts applications for people wanting to foster dogs, cats, rabbits and other pets. Help make a difference in an adoptable animal’s life.

Caretaker Club

By joining the Caretaker Club, you become an official part of the caretaker community, with access to resources and the ability to network with other caretakers. This is an invaluable tool for caretakers who may have special needs and concerns, such as where to find someone who can colony-sit while they’re out of town, or who may want to find others in the neighborhood in order to pool resources. This is also the list of folks who will be priority notified for free or low cost spay days, donations of bulk cat food, and other great deals. Fill out the online application to become a member.

The Algiers Alleycat Program

For all those Algiers residents who are seeking an alternative to removing their stray and feral cats, now is the time to act! 24% of all incoming cats at the LA/SPCA shelter are from the Algiers neighborhood, comprised of ZIP codes 70114 and 70131. Thanks to a generous PetSmart Charities grant, LA/SPCA is able to offer the Algiers Alleycat Program,  a FREE…yes, FREE program targeting feral cats in these ZIP codes. Any feral or stray cat trapped in ZIPs 70114 and 70131 will receive spay or neuter surgery, rabies vaccination and eartip at no charge. For appointments, call the LA/SPCA Community Clinic or our partner, Furry Friends Animal Hospital, today!

Louisiana SPCA Community Clinic, 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd, New Orleans 70114 504-363-1333 by appointment only.
Furry Friends Animal Hospital, 2330 Lapalco Blvd, Harvey 70058 504-366-6060 by appointment only.
*All cats must be in humane live traps. For trap rental or purchase information,  call 504-762-3306.

List of Low Cost Feral Cat Spay/Neuter Locations


Feral Cat Products List

Find out where you can purchase or rent humane feral cat traps.

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Black Friday Special from the Louisiana SPCA

November 23, 2011 by admin

Black Friday Special from the Louisiana SPCA

Black Friday has become synonymous with deals and shopping. The Louisiana SPCA (LA/SPCA) is adding to the fervor with a special Black Friday offering for pet adoptions. This Sunday, November 20 – Friday, November 25 all black animals will be available for a special adoption fee of $25.

Unfortunately, black animals are often overlooked when potential adopters peruse the LA/SPCA adoption selection. This was made more apparent after a large adoption event Friday November 11 successfully placed 80 new pets in forever homes and when the dust settled, the LA/SPCA adoption floor was filled with black animals.

Black Dog Syndrome is a well-known phenomena in the animal welfare arena. It is the fact that black dogs and cats are harder to find homes for than their lighter colored counterparts. Whether it is bad photos, bad lighting, or simply a matter of blending in, black dogs and cats are passed by while their golden, white, grey, brown and lighter counterparts find new homes.

This week the LA/SPCA has 15 black dogs and 19 black cats looking for a forever home. With this special promotion, hopefully each will find one in time for the holidays. LA/SPCA adoption hours are 12pm-4pm Sunday and 10am-4pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. All standard adoption procedures apply including a meet and greet with all two-legged and four-legged friends and landlord permission for pets. Adopters MUST purchase a six month supply of heartworm preventative to qualify for special pricing. The LA/SPCA is closed on Thursday in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.

The LA/SPCA wants to get the word out to “adopt, don’t shop” when picking your next pet. There are hundreds of animals waiting for you every day at your local animal shelter. For more information about this and other adoption programs at the LA/SPCA, visit us online at www.la-spca.org.
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The Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is an organization devoted to improving the lives of animals and eliminating the homelessness, neglect and abuses that signal animal suffering. Chartered in 1888, our history has been paved with an understanding that only through an improved human-animal ethic can we better the lives of companion animals and that of our community. Our programs and services are infused with the highest standards of care and compassion.

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