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The Adoption Process
Ready to Adopt? Start Here.
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 Control the Pet Population
Low Cost Spay/Neuter Programs
The ARL has spay/neuter programs which offer surgeries, vaccines and/or microchips at low or no cost for individuals who could not otherwise afford those services.
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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 6-week class, but still want their dog to learn the basic manners.
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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.
Take Action!
Join the ARL's Humane Action Network
Join us to advocate for improved animal welfare laws for the animals and people of Iowa.
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Cruelty Intervention
Report Animal Abuse
The ARL can help you assess the situation and report it to the proper law enforcement agency.
posted on Monday, October 19, 2020
The Animal Rescue League is currently in the process of taking in multiple sick cats and kittens living in toxic conditions. We already have the majority of the cats at the ARL under the care of our medical team, and we are still receiving more.
posted on Thursday, October 8, 2020
Her eyes were full of sadness and worry when she arrived at the Animal Rescue League. The tiny dog was found alone near a busy intersection, infested with fleas and shivering.
posted on Wednesday, October 7, 2020
When a stray black cat arrived at the ARL, it was clear that something was terribly wrong. She was a tiny cat, but her belly was huge and distended … and not because of pregnancy.
posted on Wednesday, September 30, 2020
As the need for medical care for every animal in our care has increased, our Miracle Medical Fund is running critically low.
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