See the link below for Louisiana Exotic Animal Laws (compiled my ALS Member, Ann Nungesser)

http://neworleans.about.com/od/governmentcivicissues/a/Dangerous-Exotic-Animals-Law-In-Louisiana.htm

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THINKING ABOUT A CAREER IN ANIMAL LAW? PURCHASE YOUR GUIDEBOOK FROM THE ABA:

The American Bar Association will soon publish Careers in Animal Law: Welfare, Protection, and Advocacy written by ALS CLE presenter, Yolanda Eisenstein. Over 100 law schools in the U.S. now offer animal law courses, and more lawyers than ever before are looking to start animal law firms or incorporate animal cases into their practices. The first book of its kind, Careers in Animal Law will help readers:

*Gain an overview of the field from a practicing animal lawyer and professor of animal law

*Forge a successful animal law career with firms of all types and sizes, government agencies, major corporations, or nonprofit organizations

*Strike out on their own as a solo practitioner of animal law

*Learn career tips from a series of animal-lawyer profiles

*Understand evolving trends in legislation, litigation, and academia that will change the face of animal law in the decades to come

Law students interested in animal law, seasoned attorneys seeking a new direction, or any lawyer interested in building a satisfying career will benefit from reading Careers in Animal Law. Follow this link for more information: Careers in Animal Law: Welfare, Protection, and Advocacy.

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Animal Law Compilation
Many thanks to Animal Law Section member, Marie Erickson, who worked many hours to compile the Louisiana Animal Laws for our Section!

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Publications:
See the Animal Law Section's Submission to the Louisiana Bar Journal, Recent Developments Section (April/May 2010 Edition): Vet Liable for Nonpecuniary Loss Under Contract of Deposit

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Current Animal Law News:
ANIMAL LAW: Legislative News from Baton Rouge 2010

You can track the progress of the bills, go to http://www.legis.state.la.us/ or follow the progress of animal bills here this session.

HB 219. (Rep Karin Gaudet St. Germain, (D) - Plaquemine)
CHAINED DOGS - would create the crime of illegally restraining a dog and outlaw the primary use of chains or tethers for restraining dogs.

Status: Sent to the Governor.

SB 73. (Senator Heitmeier, (D) - Algiers)

OUTLAW THE GAS CHAMBER AT ANIMAL SHELTERS - would require that only lethal injection be used to euthanize shelter animals.

Status: Signed by the Governor.

HB 829. (Rep Tony Ligi, (R) - Metairie)

PET POISONERS - would make the act of poisoning any domestic animal an act of 'aggravated' cruelty increasing potential fines and jail times.

Voted down in committee.

HB 201. (Rep Walker Hines, (D) New Orleans)

TRACK ANIMAL CRUELTY OFFENDERS - would require all convicted animal abusers to register with the parish or police department; this information would be shared with law enforcement officers in the enforcement or prevention of cruelty.

Voted down in committee.

HB 313. (Rep Gary L. Smith, (D) Norco

MANDATE BREEDER FEES TO SUPPORT SHELTERS - would require all breeders to pay kennel fees set by parishes or municipalities; proceeds would be directed to shelters.

Signed by the Governor.