Friends of the Animals Baton Rouge

Friends of the Animals Baton Rouge FOTA is a 501(c)3 non-profit foster-based rescue that began in January 2010. We were established for the purpose of rescuing dogs from shelters. www.fotabr.org

We are not an open intake shelter. Since starting in 2010, FOTA has found forever homes for more than 7,000 animals from local shelters and our FASS re-home program. FOTA Alternative to Shelter Surrender (FASS) is a program where an owner or finder can foster a dog with the intent to have the dog re-homed. Located on our website (www.fotabr.org) FOSTER tab are instructions for applying to the FASS program. Visit our website and learn how you can become a member, donate, or volunteer!

SUGAR KAIN is a sweet as her name implies. She is 5-6 mo., 25 lb., good w/ dogs & kids but has not been tested with cats...
07/16/2025

SUGAR KAIN is a sweet as her name implies. She is 5-6 mo., 25 lb., good w/ dogs & kids but has not been tested with cats. She is looking for a forever home to grow up in. You can meet Sugar Kain at The Dog Adoption House Thursday - Sunday this week. She is spayed and current on vaccines- Apply to adopt in person.
If you are interested in adopting one of our pups and you currently own a dog, bringing your vet records with you will expedite your application process

DUCHESS is a wonderful dog who is sure to catch the eye of lab lovers. She is 4-7 yr., 80 lb and spayed, good with dogs...
07/16/2025

DUCHESS is a wonderful dog who is sure to catch the eye of lab lovers. She is 4-7 yr., 80 lb and spayed, good with dogs (cats are a no go for her) & kids 6+ yr., and she’s housetrained. This royal beauty will be at The Dog Adoption House Thurs. - Sun. Meet Duchess there; apply to adopt in person.

QUEEN is a pretty pup who is visiting FOTA Thursday through the weekend. She is 2 yr/ 60 lb. And spayed, good w/ dogs (...
07/16/2025

QUEEN is a pretty pup who is visiting FOTA Thursday through the weekend. She is 2 yr/ 60 lb. And spayed, good w/ dogs (not good with cats) & kids and housetrained. She is a good girl who needs a forever home Come by The Dog Adoption House to meet Queen 👑 & apply to adopt in person.

KING will be visiting FOTA Thursday through the weekend hoping to find his forever home This sweet boy has been waiting...
07/16/2025

KING will be visiting FOTA Thursday through the weekend hoping to find his forever home This sweet boy has been waiting a long time for his happily ever after. King is 2 yr., 58 lb. He is good with other dogs (not with cats, tho) & children, & he’s house trained nd neutered. Come by The Dog Adoption House to meet King. Apply to adopt in person.

‼️UPDATE BELOW‼️
07/16/2025

‼️UPDATE BELOW‼️

🚨DOG DAYS OF SUMMER UPDATE🚨

👉Our second annual Jambalaya Plate Lunch at Essential Credit Union has been POSTPONED due to the possibility of heavy rain until NEXT FRIDAY, JULY 25.

✅All pre-orders will still be honored and the pre-order deadline for $8 has been extended until Tuesday, July 22. Walk-ups are still welcome on FRIDAY, JULY 25 and the cost will be $10 as supplies last!

❤️Thanks to all for the continued support of WBRZ Channel 2’s Dog Days of Summer with Friends of the Animals Baton Rouge!

🦋 Meet Butterfly! 🦋This affectionate little lovebug is all about the people. Butterfly insists on stopping to greet ever...
07/16/2025

🦋 Meet Butterfly! 🦋

This affectionate little lovebug is all about the people. Butterfly insists on stopping to greet everyone she sees—complete with hugs, tail wags, and the most heartfelt hellos. She’s a world-class snuggler, happiest when she’s leaning on you for pets and soaking up attention.

When she’s not melting hearts, she’s chasing toys with joyful zoomies, flopping into a sploot for a good chew session, or dramatically whacking her favorite squeaky around. She’s got a big personality and an even bigger heart. 💙

Butterfly prefers one-on-one time with her canine pals and can get overwhelmed in rowdy dog crowds—but she’s more than enough fun and love all on her own.

🦋 3 years old, 40 lbs
🦋 Spayed female
🦋 Kennel trained
🦋 Leash trained
⭐️ Toy fanatic

Come meet Butterfly today at The Adoption House! Apply to adopt in person. 📝

Meet Ozzy — a sweet senior with a heart full of love and just enough s***k to keep you on your toes! His favorite hobby?...
07/16/2025

Meet Ozzy — a sweet senior with a heart full of love and just enough s***k to keep you on your toes! His favorite hobby? Playing fetch like a pro! He’s house, kennel, and leash trained, knows sit and shake, and will do a happy little dance for b***y scratches. Ozzy’s the total package — smart, loving, and still full of joy. All he’s missing is a cozy home to spend his golden years in. 💛

💛 14 years old, 35 lbs
💛 Neutered male
💛 Heartworm negative
💛 House, kennel & leash trained
💛 Dog & cat friendly
💛 Knows Sit & Shake

Ozzy is visiting The Adoption House this week and is currently in foster care through . If you are interested in adopting him, come by and meet him or use the link below to fill out an adoption survey!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebj9v2q9qQLy0M3RMCGMXiIy2MVJj5jCRMxj_rdy36KOiSHA/viewform

07/16/2025

FROGGY🐸 is a very impressive 4 month old pup!
*Housetrained
*Smart - knows sit & shake
*Loves other dogs
*His foster says what a good boy he is
*25 lb. already!
If you are looking for a sweet pup & are open to having a big dog when full grown, Froggy may be the one for you!!! He won’t be at the adoption house Wednesday, but you can meet him there on Thurs. and after.

Tongue’s out ‘cause Nicky got adopted!! Dad’s in the pic, Mom’s behind the scenes, and I’m in my bed living the dream 🚗😛
07/16/2025

Tongue’s out ‘cause Nicky got adopted!! Dad’s in the pic, Mom’s behind the scenes, and I’m in my bed living the dream 🚗😛

We are so happy for Kahki! She has found her forever home with another Fota dog!!!
07/15/2025

We are so happy for Kahki! She has found her forever home with another Fota dog!!!

Weezer’s smile says it all 😄 His new mom came to help a friend find a dog… and left with Weezer! He even gained a new br...
07/15/2025

Weezer’s smile says it all 😄 His new mom came to help a friend find a dog… and left with Weezer! He even gained a new brother, Bear (not pictured). Thank you for adopting 💛

Congratulations to Willow and her new mom 🎉 She snuggled right up as soon as she got home like she knew she was finally ...
07/15/2025

Congratulations to Willow and her new mom 🎉
She snuggled right up as soon as she got home like she knew she was finally where she belonged. Thank you for adopting!

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Baton Rouge, LA

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Tuesday 11:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 5pm
Thursday 11:30am - 5pm
Friday 11:30am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm
Sunday 11am - 3pm

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Our Story

Our mission is to rescue, re-home, or otherwise save as many dogs and puppies as possible from the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). Since 2010, FOTA has found forever homes for more than 5500 animals from the EBR Parish shelter, other surrounding shelters and through the FASS program.

Founded by Paula Schoen, the Dog Adoption House was a dream of FOTA. We noticed such a difference in the dogs when removed from the shelter that we wanted to open a house where an animal can show its true personality. In June, 2013, our dream came true with a grant from the Pennington Family Foundation. The house is open daily with volunteers helping us socialize the dogs. We have between 25-30 dogs at the house daily, ranging in size from small to medium to large with each group having their own play yard. The dogs are exercised hourly and given lots of love and attention. We think of the house as a doggie daycare. The dogs come to play for the day and then go back to their foster families or back to the shelter after a fun day away.

DOG ADOPTION HOUSE (8476 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge) -Monday-Friday: 11:30-5:00pm -Saturday & Sunday: 11pm-3 pm OFF-SITES -Downtown Arts/Farmer's Market: First Saturday of the month ONLY!!! 8am-Noon (Downtown Baton Rouge @ 5th and Main St)

Friendly, informative, and helpful posts are encouraged. Posts that are deemed impolite, rude, or that do not support the mission of FOTA, will be deleted. We provide volunteers, resources, programs, and education in an attempt to increase the number of animals that are adopted and fostered each year. Visit our website and learn how you can become a member, donate, or volunteer! www.fotabr.org