Make a difference today

Learn about all the ways you can support the animals in our care.

Make a difference today

Learn about all the ways you can support the animals in our care.

King Ferdinand

Male / 6 years

In Foster

Monty

Male / 3 years

ARL Animal Services

Sue Denim

Female / 4 years

ARL Main

Mike Yagoobian

Male / 3 years

In Foster

Tippy

Female / 8 years

Shelter Cat Getaway

The Animal Rescue League of Iowa

ARL is Iowa's largest nonprofit animal shelter, caring for many thousands of pets each year.

GIVE SECOND CHANCES

Since 1926, the Animal Rescue League of Iowa has helped more than 1 million pets in need, and at the end of 2024, we saved thousands of lives. Thanks to your support, we were able to be there for all those pets in need last year. They’re just some of the thousands of pets you help each year.

Join the journey

Each year, the ARL assists in saving hundreds of animals from inhumane conditions. As the calls for help continue to grow, the facilities the animals can recover in must grow, too. You can help transform our rescue facilities so every animal who has been the victim of cruelty will have a safe place to begin their journey to a better life. Help transform their future by making a gift today!

Recent News

Upcoming Events

A man holds a small black and white dog in one arm and a sign in the other that reads, My name is Tucker. My family thinks Im a terrier/chi. They are inside a pet store with shelves of pet supplies behind them.

Dog DNA Day

Do people always ask what breed your dog is? We've got the answer Uncover your pup's DNA mystery and help pets in need at one of our most popular events- [...]

Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026

Location: ARL Main

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Doxie Dash

Is your doxie ready to race? Join us at the Des Moines Buccaneers' final regular-season game against the Sioux City Musketeers! Bring your doxie along to watch—and for their chance [...]

Date: Saturday, April 4, 2026

Location: Midmerican Energy Company RecPlex

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Mobile Pet Food Pantry

How It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive [...]

Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Location: South Side Library

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Mobile Pet Food Pantry

How It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive [...]

Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Location: Grace United Methodist Church

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