Pet Insurance in Louisiana

Louisiana’s natural beauty brings some unique threats to pets. Toxic plants like Hydrangeas, Oleanders, and Sago palms can be dangerous if ingested, so make sure your furry friends steer clear of them, especially in backyards or parks. If your pet eats something they shouldn’t, call your vet or the ASPCA poison control hotline quickly.

Louisiana’s warm, humid climate is also home to pests like mosquitoes, carrying heartworm disease, and ticks, which can spread illnesses like Lyme disease. Regular preventative treatments are essential to protect your pets. Wildlife threats include venomous snakes like the Cottonmouth and Copperhead; always leash your pet on hikes and stay alert near water sources or wooded areas where snakes may hide. With the combination of plants, pests, and wildlife, staying informed about your local environment is key to keeping your pets safe in the Pelican State.

Louisiana has plenty of great spots for your pups to roam and play off-leash.

• NOLA City Bark in New Orleans offers a beautiful fenced park with shady spots, water fountains, and separate areas for smaller dogs. Keep in mind, a permit is required to bring your pooch to this park.
• Raising Cane’s Dog Park in Baton Rouge is a spacious park with plenty of seating, play areas, and water stations.
• Moncus Park in Lafayette offers wide-open areas for play and picturesque walking paths for pet parents to enjoy alongside their furry companions.
• Burbank Dog Park in Baton Rouge provides lots of space, including pavilions, a wash station, and even a pond to cool off on hot days.

Louisiana is home to some incredible pet-focused businesses that pamper and care for your furry family members!

• Cafe Du Bone Dog Bakery and Boutique in Slidell is a charming dog bakery and boutique serving up freshly handmade, all-natural dog treats and cakes with a New Orleans flair. Beyond the delicious ‘Beg-nets,’ they offer stylish bedding, premium foods, and unique pet accessories.
• Southern Paws, located in New Orleans’ French Quarter and Riverwalk Collection, is a vibrant pet boutique and barkery. With gourmet treats, chic collars, leashes, toys, and even gifts for pet parents, it’s the perfect destination to shop for all things Mardi Gras-themed or stylish for your pets.
• The Royal Treatment Pet Manor & Grooming Spa in Baton Rouge truly lives up to its name, offering luxury grooming services, therapeutic spa treatments, and cage-free boarding. Whether it’s a soothing bath or a u201cRoyal Recessu201d daycare session, pets are treated like royalty from nose to tail.
• Camp Bow Wow in Lafayette is a play-based haven for dogs offering day care, overnight boarding, and spacious indoor/outdoor play areas. With live webcam access and attentive staff certified in pet first aid, your pup can romp and play while you enjoy peace of mind.

Yes, since we work on a reimbursement basis you can use your Lemonade pet insurance policy at any licensed vet in the U.S., including Louisiana.

Louisiana requires dogs to be securely contained or on a leash when outside to prevent them from running at large or trespassing. Leashes are typically limited to six feet for safety. Local parishes, such as East Baton Rouge and New Orleans, have additional rules, including vaccination and licensing requirements for dogs in public spaces.Some areas offer exceptions, like designated off-leash parks such as NOLA City Bark. It’s important to check specific regulations in your parish to ensure compliance and keep your pets safe.