Friends helping animals
A Voice for Animals in Natchitoches Parish
FAUNA's mission is to provide and promote humane treatment for homeless and neglected animals in need, working together with the community to find them caring homes. Striving to be a low-kill community, we will provide programs and services to create a society of responsible pet owners. As animal advocates we will be a voice for those creatures who cannot speak for themselves.
Who we are
Friends All United for Natchitoches Animals
FAUNA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing humane care for homeless animals in Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana. Through rescue, adoption, prevention programs, education, and community partnerships, we work to create better outcomes for animals and the people who care for them.
97.5%
2025 Live-Release Rate
364
Dogs & Cats Taken In
482
Vaccines Given in 2025
350+
Community Cats Helped
Compassion in action
Programs That Strengthen Our Community
FAUNA's programs support homeless animals, community cats, pet owners, young people, and families throughout Natchitoches Parish.
Spay Natchitoches
Helping Natchitoches Parish pet owners access affordable spay and neuter services.
Learn MoreTNR Program
Humane Trap-Neuter-Return services that improve the health and stability of community cat colonies.
Learn MoreCommunity Health Fairs
Low-cost pop-up health fairs and partner events that help keep community pets healthy, microchipped, and loved.
Learn MorePACT Therapy
Weekly animal-assisted visits that bring comfort, companionship, and joy to residents of local care centers and nursing homes.
Learn MoreKLAWS
Wildlife rehabilitation that gives orphaned and injured native animals specialized care and the opportunity to return safely to the wild.
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You can make a difference
Every Animal Deserves a Chance
Adopt, foster, volunteer, donate, or share our work. Every act of compassion helps create a safer future for animals in our community.
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