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  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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Pet Help
- Pet Help
  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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Get Involved
- Get Involved
  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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Behavior & Training
- Behavior & Training
  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.
  
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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.
  
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Community
- Community
  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.
  
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News

30 Dogs Arrive from Overcrowded Shelter

posted on Thursday, January 21, 2021

30 dogs just arrived at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa from an overcrowded shelter in Mississippi. Like many shelters in the south, they were overwhelmed with animals and they desperately needed help to give these dogs the second chance they deserve.
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Local Teen Raises Funds for Pet Oxygen Masks

posted on Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Carlisle High School Senior Carley Deery raises $2,250 to help area first responders have access to pet oxygen masks.
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Provide Pet Oxygen Masks for Fire Departments

posted on Monday, January 11, 2021

In addition to helping families, we also help the heroes on the frontlines by providing FREE pet oxygen masks for local first responders so they have everything they need to save not only human lives, but to save their pet family members as well.
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The new year can mean a new life for Cam

posted on Monday, January 4, 2021

He was in so much pain and fear he wouldn't let us touch him. He has a long recovery ahead, but you can give him hope.
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