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 www.fotabr.org

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!

MAC is a soft and silky male , a 1.5 year old 9 pounder. He is neutered and microchipped and current on vaccines. A big ...
12/02/2023

MAC is a soft and silky male , a 1.5 year old 9 pounder.
He is neutered and microchipped and current on vaccines. A big plus for this little guy- he is housetrained and tested negative for heartworms!
Mac can be seen daily at The Adoption House; apply in person to adopt. By the way-if you currently own a dog- if you bring their vet records with you it will shorten the time required to process your application.

This Hollywood handsome guy is LUCKY- male/3 years old and at a good weight of 92 pounds. Lucky is in a foster home with...
12/02/2023

This Hollywood handsome guy is LUCKY- male/3 years old and at a good weight of 92 pounds.
Lucky is in a foster home with other dogs, and is well behaved with them. People friendly, recently neutered and microchipped, Lucky can be seen this weekend at The Adoption House.
If you are interested in adopting Lucky and you are currently a dog owner, bringing their vet records will shorten the time required to process your application.

CELESTE is a teeny tiny senior lady, 10-12 years old and right at a chubby 5 pounds! Her waffle cone sized ears and teet...
12/02/2023

CELESTE is a teeny tiny senior lady, 10-12 years old and right at a chubby 5 pounds! Her waffle cone sized ears and teeth like a picket fence in ill repair give her an endearing and vulnerable look. She is really just adorable! She is perfectly happy, happiest to be truthful, when one-arm toted like a little football. She likes to perch on laps, too- an all around blue ribbon snuggler.
Celeste is heartworm negative, spayed and current on vaccines. She can be seen daily at The Adoption House.
Come meet this wee gal; apply to adopt in person. If you are currently a dog owner, bringing their vet records will shorten the time required to process your application.

Who is that GORGEOUS redhead?!CORNELIUS is a 1 year old/35 pound mixed breed male- setter? retriever? spaniel? We don't ...
12/02/2023

Who is that GORGEOUS redhead?!
CORNELIUS is a 1 year old/35 pound mixed breed male- setter? retriever? spaniel? We don't know. But we do know he is very sweet and a bit bashful.
Not yet neutered, pre-adoption (till surgery) only for this fella at this time. He can be seen daily at The Adoption House.....

ARIEL is a female mixed breed, 7-8 months old and 30ish pounds. Super sweet, eager to make friends, and was in a doggie ...
12/02/2023

ARIEL is a female mixed breed, 7-8 months old and 30ish pounds. Super sweet, eager to make friends, and was in a doggie play group at her shelter which translates to dog friendly.
She is at the perfect age to add to a family. She’s young so adaptable and not set in her ways, yet old enough to have self control and focus for training and to quickly learn what will be expected of her in her new home. Note her beautiful sea foam green eyes 👀- like aquamarine gemstones.
Spayed and current on vaccinations, Ariel can be seen daily at the Adoption House

APPLE is an 8 month old/39 pound female boxer (maybe a mix) who joined the FOTA ranks yesterday. She landed in the shelt...
12/02/2023

APPLE is an 8 month old/39 pound female boxer (maybe a mix) who joined the FOTA ranks yesterday. She landed in the shelter as a stray, but someone has clearly worked with her: she fetches, SITS statue still, and focuses on you, ready to please and learn.

Young and full of joy, Apple can be seen daily at The Adoption House. Apply in person to adopt. And if you currently own a dog, if you bring their vet records it won't take as long to process your application.

12/01/2023

These pups were adopted in November: Gwen, Tiny Toto, Wilma, Lucy, Weston, Cletus, Pippi, Sunshine, Tuff, Lil Bit, Sally, Chloe, Tate, Camille, Gus, Amber, Athena, Rosie, Otter, Hansel, Dylan, Shawn, Cole, and Parker.

Thank you to all of our adopters!

ARIEL joined the FOTA pack today. She is a female mixed breed, 7-8 months old and 30ish pounds. Super sweet, eager to ma...
11/30/2023

ARIEL joined the FOTA pack today.
She is a female mixed breed, 7-8 months old and 30ish pounds. Super sweet, eager to make friends, and was in a doggie play group at her shelter which translates to dog friendly.
She is at the perfect age to add to a family. She’s young so adaptable and not set in her ways, yet old enough to have self control and focus for training and to quickly learn what will be expected of her in her new home. Note her beautiful sea foam green eyes 👀- like aquamarine gemstones.
Spayed and current on vaccinations, Ariel can be seen daily at the Adoption House

We're so happy for Rosie and her new family!
11/30/2023

We're so happy for Rosie and her new family!

CELESTE is a teeny tiny senior lady, 10-12 years old and right at a chubby 5 pounds! Her waffle cone sized ears and teet...
11/30/2023

CELESTE is a teeny tiny senior lady, 10-12 years old and right at a chubby 5 pounds! Her waffle cone sized ears and teeth like a picket fence in ill repair give her an endearing and vulnerable look. She is really just adorable! She is perfectly happy, happiest to be truthful, when one-arm toted like a little football. She likes to perch on laps, too- an all around blue ribbon snuggler.
Celeste is heartworm negative, spayed and current on vaccines. She can be seen daily at The Adoption House. Come meet this wee gal.

CELINE is a scruffy little mixed breed female- 5ish years old/10 pounds. She is curious but a mite timid, takes her time...
11/30/2023

CELINE is a scruffy little mixed breed female- 5ish years old/10 pounds. She is curious but a mite timid, takes her time studying new situations and people; she is sweet and likes to be held and snuggled.
Heartworm negative, spayed and current on vaccines, she can be seen daily at The Adoption House.

Something great is getting ready to be unwrapped! Our online Howliday Auction is launching Saturday, December 2nd, and w...
11/29/2023

Something great is getting ready to be unwrapped! Our online Howliday Auction is launching Saturday, December 2nd, and we can't wait to share the AMAZING items up for grabs. You can find gifts for the whole family while helping FOTA pups find their furever home. Stay tuned for more information!

Congratulations to Athena and her new family!
11/29/2023

Congratulations to Athena and her new family!

Amber found her happily ever after!
11/29/2023

Amber found her happily ever after!

11/29/2023
CELINE (5 yr., 10 lb., black) & CELESTE (10 yr., 6 lb., tan) are looking for forever homes. They are sweet girls who hav...
11/29/2023

CELINE (5 yr., 10 lb., black) & CELESTE (10 yr., 6 lb., tan) are looking for forever homes. They are sweet girls who have done well in their foster home. Both are spayed & tested negative for heartworms. Meet them at The Dog Adoption House. Apply to adopt in person.

  is here!  Please donate today & help us continue to help them.  No donation is too small.  Thank you for your belief i...
11/28/2023

is here! Please donate today & help us continue to help them. No donation is too small. Thank you for your belief in our mission & for your support. www.paypal.me/fotabr

New to FOTA are Tyke (4 months, male) Mac (1.5 years, male), Celine (5 - 6 years old, female) and Celeste (12 years old,...
11/27/2023

New to FOTA are Tyke (4 months, male) Mac (1.5 years, male), Celine (5 - 6 years old, female) and Celeste (12 years old, female). Come by this week to visit these newcomers!

1 day until  !  www.paypal.me/fotabr We appreciate whatever donation you can make to help us continue the life saving wo...
11/27/2023

1 day until ! www.paypal.me/fotabr We appreciate whatever donation you can make to help us continue the life saving work of rescuing and rehoming as many needy dogs & puppies as possible in the Greater Baton Rouge Area. Thank you for supporting our mission!

RHINO is hoping to spend the holidays in his very own forever home.  This very good boy is 1 yr. old & weighs 39 lb. Rhi...
11/26/2023

RHINO is hoping to spend the holidays in his very own forever home. This very good boy is 1 yr. old & weighs 39 lb. Rhino has been great with other dogs in his foster home. He is also Camp Bow Wow approved for play groups. You can meet this sweet boy at The Dog Adoption House. Apply to adopt in person.

Visiting the adoption house today are Latte (10 months old, female), Lucky (3 yrs old, male), Plum (4 yrs old, female) a...
11/26/2023

Visiting the adoption house today are Latte (10 months old, female), Lucky (3 yrs old, male), Plum (4 yrs old, female) and Theo (9 months old, male). Stop by the adoption house today to meet these sweet pups!

All dogs adopted at Friends of the Animals who are heartworm positive are treated for heartworms at our cost.  This is a...
11/26/2023

All dogs adopted at Friends of the Animals who are heartworm positive are treated for heartworms at our cost. This is an expensive commitment, but we strongly believe in giving heartworm positive dogs a second chance at a healthy, happy life. Please help us to continue by supporting us on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 28. No donation is too small. Every dollar counts. Thanks you. www.paypal.me/fotabr

Please welcome our new FOTA fella, LITTLE BEAR! He is a cute and very sweet little chocolate colored pup with a rose nos...
11/25/2023

Please welcome our new FOTA fella, LITTLE BEAR! He is a cute and very sweet little chocolate colored pup with a rose nose and the best smile! He is 2 years old and a perfect 33 pounds. He is housetrained, dog friendly, cat friendly and knows "sit" "lay", "down" and "come" commands. Of course all of the pups love our photographer's son, John. His Foster says he is doing great with the kids, dog (they play non-stop) and cat in their home. Little Bear also enjoys sunbathing by the pool! Drop by the adoption house this weekend and take this sweet pup out in the yard to play. We’re sure that he will put a smile on your face! Apply to adopt in person.

We are very thankful for the fosters who took in FOTA dogs during Thanksgiving week!  We appreciate your making time & r...
11/25/2023

We are very thankful for the fosters who took in FOTA dogs during Thanksgiving week! We appreciate your making time & room for a dog in need during a busy holiday week! You are awesome! Tiffany C. & Valerie B., Suzie F., Sarah S., Sandy B., Paula S., Melissa T., Kim B., Kellie J., Katelyn W., Kate & Leonard R., Julie L., Hana R., Erin E., Debbie R., Cherie A., Ann C., Amy H., & Amanda & Matt R.

Thank you & WELCOME to our new fosters this week - Ginger B. and Monica B.

Pic. - 3 FOTA dogs who were lucky enough to have great holiday fosters! Melvin, Bud, & Rosie are all available for adoption at The Dog Adoption House. Apply to adopt in person.

Your support helps us continue to rescue and rehome as many dogs & puppies as possible in the Greater Baton Rouge Area. ...
11/25/2023

Your support helps us continue to rescue and rehome as many dogs & puppies as possible in the Greater Baton Rouge Area. Former adopters & everyone who cares about the plight of homeless animals, please consider a donation to Friends of the Animals this Giving Tuesday - Nov. 28. Thank you! www.paypal.me/fotabr

As Giving Tuesday approaches, we hope you will consider a donation to Friends of the Animals.  Your help allows us to co...
11/24/2023

As Giving Tuesday approaches, we hope you will consider a donation to Friends of the Animals. Your help allows us to continue caring for dogs in need like Einstein & finding them the loving forever homes they deserve. www.paypal.me/fotabr

Einstein's story:

Einstein was found living in the backyard of a house that was no longer occupied. He was in very bad condition & obviously had not had a good life even when someone lived there.

At 7 yr. old he had severe medical issues. Einstein had a bulging left eye caused by a mass that had to be removed. He also had trauma to one of his legs that required FHO (femoral head ostectomy) surgery to restore pain-free mobility. Einstein's health was further compromised by a significant heart murmur, glaucoma, & testing positive for heartworms.

A former FOTA adopter agreed to foster Einstein through his extensive medical care which spanned several months, and we were able to pull Einstein into the FOTA program and give him the care he needed. It was a long road, but today he is living a healthy, happy life in his forever home with his foster who adopted him.

Pic. on left - Einstein now; Pic. upper right - Einstein the day he first came to FOTA; Pic. lower right - sweet Einstein the day he had the mass behind his eye removed (benign thankfully)

We couldn't be happier for Parker and his foster turned adopter. Congratulations to this happy family!
11/23/2023

We couldn't be happier for Parker and his foster turned adopter. Congratulations to this happy family!

Tiny Toto joins Buddy and former FOTA pup, Savannah, in his new family. Happy tails!
11/23/2023

Tiny Toto joins Buddy and former FOTA pup, Savannah, in his new family. Happy tails!

Wilma and her new family!
11/23/2023

Wilma and her new family!

All dogs adopted from FOTA are spayed or neutered in an effort to reduce the number of homeless dogs.  This is one of th...
11/22/2023

All dogs adopted from FOTA are spayed or neutered in an effort to reduce the number of homeless dogs. This is one of the many costs associated with running a rescue organization. We hope that you will consider donating to Friends of the Animals this Giving Tuesday, November 28. Thank you! www.paypal.me/fotabr

Turnberry Place is where you will find the ultimate luxury living experience! It is located on Linkwood Court off Bluebo...
11/21/2023

Turnberry Place is where you will find the ultimate luxury living experience! It is located on Linkwood Court off Bluebonnet near Perkins. They are dog & cat friendly, and the staff there is helpful. We are so grateful for their support of FOTA!

Giving Tuesday, November 28, is a global day of giving.  Please consider donating to Friends of the Animals.  Your donat...
11/21/2023

Giving Tuesday, November 28, is a global day of giving. Please consider donating to Friends of the Animals. Your donation helps us continue to find homes for dogs & puppies in need. All donations are appreciated! www.paypal.me/fotabr

INEZ (darker gray/white chest) and ROSIE (silver gray), ROSIE and INEZ.These wee fluffernutters are 3 year olds, each we...
11/20/2023

INEZ (darker gray/white chest) and ROSIE (silver gray), ROSIE and INEZ.
These wee fluffernutters are 3 year olds, each weighing 25 pounds. The girls are spayed, microchipped and both tested negative for heartworms.
Apply in person to adopt at The Adoption House

Click here to read Archer's Story https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.676099034628794...ARCHER is back after compl...
11/20/2023

Click here to read Archer's Story https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.676099034628794...

ARCHER is back after completing heartworm treatment. Who can resist a sweet, hound dog! Not a youngster, he is estimated to be 5-7 years old, maybe a bit thin at 63 pounds, but that may just be his build.
His ears are therapeutically soft, his soulful eyes hint of many tales all to remain untold. In his foster home he gets along well with the resident dogs and has had no potty accidents.
Unflappable, gentle and affectionate, this gorgeous hound-boy is ready to meet his forever family. He can be seen daily at The Adoption House. Drop by to welcome him back by taking him in the yard. Apply to adopt in person.

KYRA is an adorable pup who is hoping to spend the holidays in her forever home. Imagine your holiday photos including t...
11/20/2023

KYRA is an adorable pup who is hoping to spend the holidays in her forever home. Imagine your holiday photos including this much cuteness! Kyra is about 7 mo. old & weighs 44 lbs. She is a loving girl who is housetrained, spayed, & microchipped. You can meet her & take her out to play in one of the yards at The Dog Adoption House. Apply to adopt in person.

A special thank you is in order to Highland Road Animal Hospital. Thank you for the donations and all the help you guys ...
11/19/2023

A special thank you is in order to Highland Road Animal Hospital. Thank you for the donations and all the help you guys give us at the FOTA Adoption House. You are greatly appreciated ❤️🐾

Address

8476 Highland Road
Baton Rouge, LA
70808

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

(225) 239-7368

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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


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