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

Male / 2 years

In Foster

Ms Sturdy

Female / 2 years

In Foster

Dumble-Dug

Male / 2 years

In Foster

Monkey — Bonded Buddy With Fabio

Male / 6 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!

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Upcoming Events

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ARL Wellness Clinic

This clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today! {{ vc_btn: title=REGISTER&align=center&css=&link=url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Fclinichq.com%252Fonline%252F763e3817-d92f-4609-8dde-48b8747654e3 }}

Date: Friday, January 23, 2026

Location: ARL Animal Services

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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL

This clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today! {{ vc_btn: title=REGISTER&align=center&css=&link=url%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Fclinichq.com%252Fonline%252F763e3817-d92f-4609-8dde-48b8747654e3 }}

Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026

Location: ARL Animal Services

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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: Thursday, December 18, 2025

Location: ARL Animal Services

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Drop-In Training Class

Kathryn VryAnimal Behavior and Enrichment Specialist (515) 473-9131dogtraining@arl-iowa.org Drop-in Training Class is for dogs 8 weeks or older on the first day of class. Perfect for those with busy schedules [...]

Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025

Location: ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center

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