The Adoption Process
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All you need to know about how to prepare for adoption and what to expect when you arrive.
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Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch
Our Safe Haven for Horses and Barn Animals
Learn more about adoptions, events, clinics and care provided at the Second Chance Ranch at ARL Main.
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For All Your Pet Questions
ARL Pet Helpline - We're Here for You and Your Pet
Our Pet Helpline is in place to assist pet owners who may be struggling with pet issues. We can provide resources and assistance to help keep you and your pet together.
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Help with Veterinary Pet Care
Veterinarian Assistance
The ARL has Veterinarian Assistance programs for pet owners who may struggle to afford those services at full cost.
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Be a hero. Foster an animal.
Give Pets a Chance to Relax in your Home!
Some pets need a break from the shelter while waiting for a forever home. Caring for a pet in your home is both fun and rewarding.
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Shop for Supplies
Shop for your Pet at Animal House
We offer a unique assortment of food, bedding, leashes, collars and gifts — and 100% of proceeds benefit the homeless pets at ARL.
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Sit. Shake. Stay. Good!
Short on Time? Join Our Drop In Training Classes!
Drop In Training Class is perfect for those with busy schedules who aren't able to commit to a 4-week class, but still want their dog to learn the basic manners.
For Pet Parents
Questions about your Pet's Behavior?
The ARL offers dog and cat behavior counseling to help adoptive pet parents, as well as the general public, better understand our pets.
Humane Action Network
Advocate for Animals
As a part of the network, you can make a difference!
Cruelty Intervention
Report Animal Abuse
The ARL can help you assess the situation and report it to the proper law enforcement agency.
The Animal Rescue League of Iowa depends on its small, dedicated staff to care for the thousands of pets that come through the ARL's doors each year. The ARL also relies on the hundreds of dedicated volunteers who help operate the shelter and care for the animals daily. The ARL is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.
The following staff oversee the organization, animal veterinary care, animal behavior, operations, and communications.
Chief Executive Officer
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Director of Development and Communications
Director of Veterinary Medicine
Director of Shelter Operations
General Counsel
Director of Human Resources
Director of Animal Services
Director of Finance and IT
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
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Pedal for Paws 2024
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Jun
Corgi Chase
Wells Fargo Arena
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Oct
Mane Event
ARL Main, Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch