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Welcome to COLAA's "Revised" Web Site!
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Humane Societies &
Animal Control Organizations
We foster the formation of new
humane societies, promote humane education, work to establish better laws for the protection of animals and the enforcement
of these laws by our State Justice System. We believe that the power of humane individuals and humane groups to make
a positive difference is multiplied by coordinated action. Together we are stronger. If you want to work to improve
the lives of Louisiana's animals, we need you.
JOIN US!
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Our Mission
COLAA is a Louisiana non-profit corporation organized according to a set of bylaws
and run democratically.
Our policies are consistent with the perceptions and beliefs
of the majority of humane-minded people. We have, for example, taken strong positions against dog fighting, cockfighting,
puppy mills, animals as toys or prizes, canned hunts (killing animals in enclosures for a fee), harassment of wild horses
on public lands, and slaughter of livestock.
We advocate alternatives to animals and the proper treatment
of animals used in research. We support (and have been responsible for the establishment of) strong penalities for animal
cruelty and pet theft.
General Membership
COLAA members come from all
walks of life and live in all regions of Louisiana. Many are present or former officers of humane societies and animal
control agencies, veterinarians, teachers, animal rescuers, educators, attorneys, or physicians.
Our common thread is our deep concern for the welfare of the animals of our state, nation, and planet. Any citizen willing to work with us toward our goals of promoting humane treatment of animals and stopping animal abuse and cruelty is welcome.
Belonging to COLAA offers valuable and personally enriching experiences. Opportunities abound to encourage individual growth, increase knowledge of animal issues and develop professional expertise. Many resources are provided to you as a result of your membership in COLAA.
COLAA Members Pledge to Support Three Goals
- To prevent animal suffering due to neglect, abuse or cruelty and to promote kindness toward all living creatures.
- To foster and underwrite humane education of the Louisiana public - especially school children and lawmakers.
- To facilitate networking among Louisiana's animal welfare and animal control organizations to forge a powerful alliance capable of effecting political and social change that will improve the lives of Louisiana's animals to the greatest possible extent.
Click on "Upcoming Events" below to get meeting location and directions.
P.O. Box 3636
Pineville, La 71361-3636