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Acadiana Animal Aid

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Acadiana Animal Aid

Acadiana Animal Aid is an animal welfare organization that is leading the way in inspiring a healthy community through compassion for animals.
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Acadiana Animal Aid's mission is to save the lives of companion animals until they all have a home. We are here to educate, advocate, and rehabilitate in our community and beyond.

11/02/2024

Happy Caturday 🎉 These fantastic felines are available for adoption at the PetSmart store in Lafayette off of Johnston St., super ready and willing to pour their heart and soul into building a future with you. 💖

They will be accompanied by our adoption team from 11am-5pm! ALL adoptions are now HALF OFF for the month of November. Find our table in front of the adoption kennels and say hello. Who knows, you may just fall head over heels in love. All cats are full vetted, altered and microchipped. If interested, you can fill out an adoption form now to be pre-approved: acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt.

11/01/2024

TOMORROW Saturday, November 2nd, visit our shelter to meet adoptable dogs from 10am-1pm. Starting tomorrow ALL of our pets are HALF OFF adoption fees for the month of November. 🐶 Select dogs that have been in care for extended period have WAIVED fees, too.

Last week we helped take in from a hoarding case of dachshund mixes who were scared and shut down, but already in a week's time they have opened up, learning the comfort of consistent food and love. These little ones are now excited for what the future holds, as well as SO many of our other dogs who have waited patiently for their turn.

Fill out an adoption form now to be pre-approved to adopt and stop by this Saturday to make dreams come true: acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt. If interested in meeting our adoptable cats don't forget to head over to PetSmart tomorrow from 11am-5pm.

10/31/2024

🎃 HAPPY HALLOWEEN 👻 From all of our spooky and cutesy dogs and cats! Sadly, they're all dressed up with nowhere to go! Come foster or adopt your costume sidekick and visit our shelter Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. Our dogs will be available on site at our shelter this Saturday 10am-1pm and cats available at the PetSmart store on Saturday, 11am-5pm! 🐾

All pets are completely up to date on veterinary care and excited to create new adventures with you. Adopt a pumpkin pie named Willow, a fierce lion named Carl or even a silly clown named Beetlejuice! Several animals who have been in our shelter for extensive length of time have waived fees, too! Schedule a meet and greet for some specialized matchmaking at acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt.

10/30/2024

EPIC NEEDS YOUR HELP! This incredible dog has spent almost 5 whole months in the shelter after previously being adopted as a puppy and returned later as a teenager. He has grown up here and yet has been nothing but an outstanding dog. Epic is one of our most well adjusted, socially adaptive pups who is by far one of the best behaved with children. He is excellent with other dogs as well and has such an infectious, bubbly personality.

It feels like we've been shouting into the void about how wonderful he is and while he is often so well liked, the end result is always some version of "I'd like to see who else is available." Help us prove that Epic Is Enough. 💖 He is just one example of GOOD dogs who are getting overlooked and outshined for reasons beyond his control.

If you are looking for a family dog who checks all of the boxes, please consider Epic or, if anything, help us spread the word about him. His adoption fee is completely WAIVED and if interested in arranging a meet and greet please be sure to fill out an adoption form at acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt.

10/29/2024

Everyone meet Sprite, our home bound alien! While most other-worldly creatures love outside adventures and travels, once Sprite got the taste of inside comfort, she could think of nothing better (especially after taking an out of this world nap on any couch she encounters).

Since she has only been on our planet for a year now, Sprite is still taking in sights and sounds and making sure to log each and every one. The intake process for information to send back to her home planet is tedious, and does require an intense vetting process that involves close investigation and testing if the object in question is friendly or not so friendly (which may include jumping or running for good measure). Our little alien can expedite her intake and logging process by having another like minded, four legged companion to share their intakes and experiences with her. She has already encountered many complex intakes since she has been with a foster family, and has recovered well after touching down at foster home base. With a little extra attention and patience, you could provide this special little alien with a permanent home base to call her own! 👽
Adopt: acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt
Adoption Fee: WAIVED!!

10/29/2024

Hello, I’m Jaws! But wait, don't go, I'm not a shark I promise. I'm more of an introvert, and shy around things that are unfamiliar to me. My foster mom says I just needed some time to acclimate. I was so uncomfy at the shelter and she took her time with me, allowing me to adjust to her home and schedule. Oh and treats! Treats help. I like those. Wet food too, don't forget that! Sometimes I think my foster mom forgets and I like to follow her and rub on her legs so she knows I'm waiting.

I've really started to come out of my shell now. I'm a little less self conscious and can act goofy, running around and playing with all my toys, especially my favorite springy toy! My favorite spots to be pet are behind my ears, on top of my head, and sometimes I’ll ask for some back scratches. My favorite game is when you run a stick under the blanket and I try to catch it! Oh yeah and did I say I like treats?

I like to make biscuits and stick my silly tongue out while my foster mom tells me all about what it'll be like when I'm adopted. I might be nervous but I really can't wait! If you'd give me a chance to warm up I can be the most loving companion you could ever ask for! If you want to just sit on the couch and watch TV I’ll gladly be there right next to you.
If you want to meet or adopt me, please let AAA know by filling out an adoption form at acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt.

With lots of love,
Jaws the Revenge 🦈

10/28/2024

Join us for our first ever CHILI COOK-OFF and Pet Adoption Event hosted right here on our 11 acre campus! Mark your calendar for this holiday season, December 7th, for fun, family festivities. Hot cocoa, cookies and SANTA will be there along with kid activities and TONS of local vendors.

You can sign up as a vendor, sponsor or to compete in the cook-off at acadianaanimalaid.org/chili-cook-off
Cash and prizes will be given to the winner and runner-up of each category and a people’s choice grand champion award valued at $1700.

Stayed tuned and follow to learn more Holiday Chili Cook-Off & Adoption Event

10/28/2024

🚨 URGENT: MISSING AAA ALUMNI 🚨
Deep Dish, a 1 year old altered male cat went missing from his home in Youngsville. Last seen off of Estates Lane, near the corner of Ambassador Caffery Pwky and S Bernard Rd. He is a white cat with brown marks on each side of his head, spot by the nose and his whole tail. May be scared so please DO NOT CHASE.
If spotted immediately call 337-303-2433 or 337-520-1555.

10/25/2024

and this Saturday we are partnering with Giles Subaru of Lafayette to help bring people and pets together! Our dogs will be at Giles' from 12pm-2pm tomorrow for a Halloween-y adoption event and their grand opening celebration. Bring the whole family to participate in TRUNK OR TREAT, pet costume contest, and of course donations are welcomed and appreciated to support our shelter cats and dogs.

We will have LOTS of canines available for adoption and they want nothing more than to meet you. You can fill out an adoption form ahead of time to be pre-approved: acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt. Don't forget to consider the Underdog! Dogs who have been overlooked in our care for way too long with tremendous personality/temperament, like Epic, or our three legged king named Yardstick. 💕 Choosing to adopt means choosing to save a life.

10/24/2024

Ivar and Manic are emotional support best friends, the two having bonded closely in kittenhood and since stuck by one another's side through all the changes they've faced. Ivar initially came to us from a hoarding/breeder case as an extremely malnourished kitten. He was underdeveloped for his age and found comfort and security in a younger, shyer kitty named Manic. Manic has a sensitive heart and relies on Ivar to lend his bravery.

The pair are often seen cuddling together, with Ivar frequently sitting on top of Manic like a weighted blanket. They are very sweet cats but have been through a lot after returning to the shelter due to the previous owner's allergies. Now at a year and a half old, Ivar and Manic are a packaged deal and we are looking for a patient, loving home that cares about their needs equally, understanding that it may take a little time before their confidence expands. Both are really struggling in the shelter environment right now and could benefit from some tender, love and care.

If you'd like to meet Ivar and Manic, please fill out an adoption form on our website to get started: acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt.

10/23/2024

🚨 PUPPY FOSTERS NEEDED! 🚨
We have a LOT of puppies pouring into shelters that need our help! Kennel space at the shelter is limited which means their primary avenue of lifesaving is through our foster program. We can save more of these young, innocent lives but only with YOUR help!

We provide all basic needs of food, crate, leash, collar, etc. as well as all veterinary care through our in-house vet clinic and oversee adoption placements. All you have to do is provide shelter, love and daily care. For puppies we ask for a 2 week commitment, but we are super flexible and may not even need that long to find their homes, especially with your help! Make a difference and sign up to join our foster program at acadianaanimalaid.org/foster.

If interested in adopting a puppy, please fill out an adoption form at acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt. Our adoption program DOES include a trial period in the home before finalizing.

10/22/2024

Today is Subaru’s 6th annual National , where we encourage everyone to make their dog’s day one to remember. How are you going to celebrate?! 🐾

There are TONS of ways that you can help make a shelter pet's day, by choosing to Adopt, Foster, Volunteer or Donate. Learn more about how you can get involved by visiting our website: acadianaanimalaid.org.

Our pups are even getting all decked out and letting their personalities shine through their costumes for this Saturday's adoption event at Giles Subaru of Lafayette 12pm-2pm! Come on by with your family to also participate in Trunk or Treat and Pet Costume Contest!

10/21/2024

Meet some of our Kitty-Approved Canines 😽
Do you have a multi-pet household and are looking for a pup that'll get along with your cat? We've got the answer for you! While it's super important to recognize that every animal is an individual and proper acclimations/introductions are paramount, we can confidently say that these shelter dogs have some experience with cultivating friendships with those of the feline variety. They have found great success in forming mutual respect, establishing boundaries and in some cases gained adoration of their fellow pet companions.

Voltage, Thunder, Bob and Townie have spent some time in temporary foster homes where they've had to learn to speak cat. Some of them are even content to share a cuddle with their more agile friends. If you'd like to meet any of these cat-tastic canines, please visit our website and fill out an adoption form today: acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt.

10/19/2024

Happy Caturday! It's time for our kitties to pack up and head to the PetSmart off of Johnston St. They want to meet YOU! 🐈 Visit us in the store today and say hello to this bundle of purring kittens. We won't have an adoption coordinator on site today, but follow the directions on the kennel cards and someone will be in touch with you to move forward! We have just about every color and personality you can think of, each one flexible enough to squeeze into your heart.

You can help us make their cat nap dreams come true by filling out an adoption form at acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt. All cats are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on basic veterinary care. Adopt today and choose to save a life!

10/18/2024

Happy National Veterinarian Technician Week to our amazing, hardworking trio! Angela, Brooke and Elizabeth play a vital role in our mission to save lives by providing outstanding medical care and assistance to our veterinarians. They work tirelessly intaking every animal, aiding in medical care efficiencies and assisting in the operating room. Our vet clinic is always busy and these three do it all with a smile!

We appreciate you all so much and everything you do to ensure the health and wellbeing of our shelter cats and dogs. 💞 THANK YOU Angela, Brooke and Elizabeth, for your compassion, the multitasking you do on a daily basis, and for being an absolute integral part of our team!! 🐶😺

10/18/2024

Our PetSmart Adoption Event is TOMORROW! Our dogs are all smiles and tail wags while they prepare for their spotlight and hopeful adoption. Our dogs will be at the store off of Johnston St. from 10am-1pm to meet you and your family! A lot of them have been waiting so long for their opportunity, and we want to prove that there is so much love is out there waiting for them. 💗

You can fill out an adoption form ahead of time to be pre-approved by visiting our website (acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt) or wait to do it in person. All dogs pictured will be in attendance AND MORE! All animals are altered, microchipped and up to date on veterinary care. Our cats will also be in the store, 11am-5pm, stay tuned for our feline lineup tomorrow morning!

10/16/2024

Jam out at Rock 4 Rescue this weekend and help support our shelter pets! Tickets are now on sale for $10, and $15 at the door on Saturday, October 19th. Come enjoy performances by Dr. C & the Gris Gris, who will be debuting their new music video tribute to their belated dog, Lex, and special guest Nicki Needham Music at Wonderland Performing Arts! 💗

Our AAA representatives will be there with available merchandise as well so don't forget to come say hi! 🐶😺 Get your tickets now at our.show/rock4rescues

10/16/2024

This week our shelter pets' WIshlist Wednesday is a variety of every day items that help our cats, dogs and staff! From food boat trays that help feeding teeny tiny kittens, bite sized treats for training, scratching pads for enrichment and adoption collars for safety and promotion, ANY gift is so appreciated and highly valued by our pets.

Visit our wishlist on Amazon to support the care of shelter pets and have items shipped directly to us: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1VXWAM5ZW688W?ref_=wl_share
You can also mail it yourself or drop off donations at our facility: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and Saturdays 10am-1pm. We are located at 142 Le Medicin Rd. Carencro, LA 70520.
THANK YOU!

10/14/2024

UPDATE: HE'S BEEN FOUND!! Thank you everyone who helped and thank you, Ryan, for finding and keeping him safe!!

🚨URGENT: AAA ALUMNI MISSING!🚨
Frank & Beans went missing from his home late on Saturday 10/12, last seen at 10pm off of Cormier Rd. in Breaux Bridge. (between Doyle Melancon Rd. and Chawee Rd.).

Frank is a neutered male, grey merle, around 24lbs mixed breed. He has a scruffy coat, is about 3 and a half years old and is microchipped. Frank is friendly but may run so please do not chase! If spotted please immediately call/text 337-520-1555 or 337-520-1995. Help us bring Frank home to his family by sharing this post!

10/13/2024

Our dogs had a BLAST with the Ragin Cajun's Soccer team and fans at Pups the Pitch last week! True, Fern and Witch Willow got so much love and attention and LOVED being a part of such an enthusiastic event full of pet lovers. The UL's soccer team have always been so dedicated and supportive of our mission, uplifting our companions wherever possible.

Thank you all who came out and supplied pets to our trio. All dogs are available for adoption now and you can learn more about adoption, fostering and volunteering by visiting our website at acadianaanimalaid.org. Thank you and GEAUX RAGIN CAJUNS! 🌶

10/13/2024

Calling all JUNIOR VOLUNTEERS! Available for ages 10-15 years old, this group volunteer session allows kids to participate in hands-on activities with the animals, experience day-to-day shelter operations and educational opportunities on animal welfare, husbandry, and rescue. Next session is Saturday, October 19th!

Kids are dropped off from 9am-12pm and tickets are $20 donations to help support the program and care of animals at our facility. In addition to purchasing a ticket, please be sure to register all junior volunteers on our website! Space is limited to 24 children and a wait list will begin after the last ticket is sold. If there are any cancellations everyone on the waitlist will be notified via email and given the opportunity to purchase a ticket (first come, first serve).

Register as a Jr. Volunteer: acadianaanimalaid.org/volunteer
Purchase Session Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/october-jr-volunteer-day-tickets-1041558929797?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/12/2024

The premiere of Outer Banks season 4 is out now on Netflix! But if you're wondering what happens with Topper and Sara, you could just visit our shelter instead. 😉 Often the talk of our Cat Cottage, Topper and Sara, respectfully named after the series' elite characters, are basically living out their own cat version of an action-adventure mystery teen drama. Like the show, they're in search of their own kind of treasure too: A Home. 🏡

Topper is an athletic, curious boy who is constantly creating fun antics for himself, serving as the center of attention and always sticking his nose in everyone else's business. He's a very FUN cat, while his sister Sara is much more nurturing and motherly. Sara is quiet, polite and sweet natured but she absolutely always comes running when Topper needs her. 💞

Okay, so maybe they aren't replicas of their tv personas, but they ARE adorable. Please visit our shelter to meet Topper and Sara or fill out an adoption form at acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt.

10/12/2024

We have a dozen kitties available for adoption at PetSmart today! Visit the store off of Johnston St. to meet these precious felines at their adoption cages. ALL have reduced adoption fees ($25 adults & $50 kittens) as part of our limited time promotion.

Unfortunately we won't have a cat adoption coordinator in the store, but don't worry you'll still be able to take your new cat home same day! All you have to do is follow the instructions on their kennel cards and fill out an adoption form on our website (acadianaanimalaid.org/adopt). An adoption coordinator will then call you to process everything over the phone and can approve you with the store to bring home your kitty. Every adoption has an enormous impact on our lifesaving mission, rescuing cats and dogs at risk across Louisiana. Thank you for giving these purring fiends some love! 💗

10/11/2024

Tomorrow, a handful of our super sweet and sociable pooches will be at Kiwanis of Acadiana's Zydeco Pancake Breakfast: a fun, family-friendly event in which all of Acadiana is invited to attend!

Breakfast is scheduled for October 12th at Parc International in downtown Lafayette from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Tickets are sold throughout the community or at the gate for $10 each and they entitle the bearer to receive “All You Can Eat” pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks, and more!

The area is also set up with games, crafts, a fun jump, and our adoptable dogs! Zany Zuma, Linda, Biscotti, Cauldron and Cobweb hope to meet you there for a good meal and lots of pets. 🐶

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142 Le Medicin Road
Carencro, LA
70520

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 1pm

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http://www.acadianaanimalaid.org/

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Rescue is 24/7, 365 days a year. Our day-to-day operations of feeding, housing, and caring for over 2,000 shelter pets each year adds up to some of our biggest expenses. For many pets, we are their first kind touch and the first soft place to rest their head. Your support will go towards comfort that they have not previously known: a clean bed, a full belly, and safety while they wait for their family. Imagine how much more we can do for them together. For SOLA Giving Day, give the gift of security to the animals in our community who need it most. Thanks to the Pinhook Foundation and Dr. William Dupon, every dollar you give is DOUBLED up to $29,000. Please click here to donate: https://bit.ly/3o6ym9j

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Acadiana Animal Aid's mission is to save the lives of companion animals until they all have a home. We are here to educate, advocate, and rehabilitate in our community and beyond.