The Capital Area Animal Welfare Society (CAAWS) is the first and oldest non-profit in the Greater Baton Rouge Area committed to the well-being of animals in the community since 1979. Our purpose is primarily operating as an educational resource for the community on responsible pet ownership, the humane treatment of animals, and the beneficial practice of spaying and neutering.

We also function as an adoption shelter for homeless dogs and cats. Our passion for animals has been going strong for the last 40 years, and we couldn't do it without your donations.

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The history of Capital Area Animal Welfare Society (CAAWS) started in 1979 by fearless leader Holly Frederick Reynolds. She saw the desperate need for a non-profit organization to fill the space left by the only local humane society at the time that closed. In those days, humane societies operated out of a horse trailer and cardboard boxes.

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If you'd like to attach a picture of the animal you've found, are rehoming, or otherwise, please do so here. Have any questions about our services, adoption, fostering program, or our other animal welfare programs?

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CAAWS couldn't help the animals in the Baton Rouge area without your help and kind donations. Our non-profit organization receives no government funding and functions solely with the help of volunteers. Your assistance is what allows us to operate our community veterinary care assistance and low-cost spay/neuter programs.

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By spaying and neutering, we are helping keep the pet population down, decreasing euthanization numbers tremendously. Looking to order your parade shirt, register for the online costume contest, or register for 2022 Krewe of Mutts Parade? As a CAAWS Sponsor, your organization or business can help out with our biggest annual event supporting animal welfare.

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