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.
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.
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.
Reviews (9)
Frank Lozano
Feb 17, 2022
They ask the community to take care of their free dogs the ones abandoned by irresponsible owners and despise the joy of actually buying a full bred puppy that could make a better pet. They hate on breeders because we're suppose to all take abandoned animals. Some people have allergies and need other dogs or want dogs who can play with children but they intimidate people to buy otherwise. They complain about not having homes for their dogs but make the process so hard. They are absolutely ridiculous. The whole process has become absurd.
Swampland
Jan 22, 2022
Connie K. Meyers
Jan 20, 2022
I really wanted to adopt Snookie, but due to my age and fear of covid (not to mention the weather today) I was unable to come to the CAAWS shelter today. My family and I have adopted from CAAWS two other times over the years. I understand your caution when placing an animal for adoption, but our past experience with you should count for something. As an older dog I am afraid Snookie will be hard to place. I hope I am wrong and a loving family makes her a part of their family. Sincerely, Connie (Constance) Meyers
LaWanda Washington
Sep 16, 2021
This was my first time going through an adoption center to receive a pet. But I must say, it wasn't a bad experience at all. When the hurricane hit our city during Hurricane Ida, they were very professional about it by rescheduling our appointment with their facility. Would strongly recommend to our friends and family.
Leland Redmond
Jun 06, 2021
Laurie G.
Mar 01, 2021
Taylisse B.
Dec 10, 2020
Heather Johnson
May 29, 2020
John Bolander
Nov 27, 2019
