Dex
Pet Details
Dex
Animal ID: 282495 |
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HOW TO ADOPT: This animal is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this animal, please email meetme@arl-iowa.org. — – Perfect companion who wants to be with you always; will follow you wherever you go and loves to sleep in bed with you – Loves to lounge but also gets very excited to go for walks – Loves to carry a ball around and will play fetch but may not always want to give it back – Recently went on a Dog’s Day Out field trip: “Dex is a very sweet and kind dog. He did great riding in the car. He even snuggled with my daughter as we were driving. He absolutely loved watching kids play at the park. He would get so excited with the kids around. He also got to experience putting his paws in a creek. He loved getting a cool drink of water.” – Loves to eat and loves treats – Has been fully potty trained in his foster home and is able to be left with free roam of the house day and night; just remember that any dog may need time to get used to a new routine – Has had great interactions with multiple school-age kids and may enjoy a home with mature children – Has done great with other dogs in his foster home; doesn’t really play with them but enjoys hanging out with them and may enjoy a like-minded dog friend; especially enjoys a dog friend when his people are gone This pet qualifies for our 7-day Foster-to-Adopt program. If you’re interested in fostering to adopt, please reach out to meetme@arl-iowa.org. This pet is considered to be in their senior years and may enjoy calmer activities and environments. They may also have medical or behavior needs related to their age. Click here for tips for making a comfortable life for senior pets. The ARL’s shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. |
Additional Details
HOW TO ADOPT: This animal is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this animal, please email meetme@arl-iowa.org.
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– Perfect companion who wants to be with you always; will follow you wherever you go and loves to sleep in bed with you
– Loves to lounge but also gets very excited to go for walks
– Loves to carry a ball around and will play fetch but may not always want to give it back
– Recently went on a Dog’s Day Out field trip: “Dex is a very sweet and kind dog. He did great riding in the car. He even snuggled with my daughter as we were driving. He absolutely loved watching kids play at the park. He would get so excited with the kids around. He also got to experience putting his paws in a creek. He loved getting a cool drink of water.”
– Loves to eat and loves treats
– Has been fully potty trained in his foster home and is able to be left with free roam of the house day and night; just remember that any dog may need time to get used to a new routine
– Has had great interactions with multiple school-age kids and may enjoy a home with mature children
– Has done great with other dogs in his foster home; doesn’t really play with them but enjoys hanging out with them and may enjoy a like-minded dog friend; especially enjoys a dog friend when his people are gone
This pet qualifies for our 7-day Foster-to-Adopt program. If you’re interested in fostering to adopt, please reach out to meetme@arl-iowa.org.
This pet is considered to be in their senior years and may enjoy calmer activities and environments. They may also have medical or behavior needs related to their age. Click here for tips for making a comfortable life for senior pets.
The ARL’s shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label.
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Facility Rental FAQs
Are there a minimum and/or maximum number of guests needed to hold an event at the ARL?
There is no minimum number of guests needed to host an event at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa's facility. There is a maximum of 200 people.
How soon do we need to reserve space?
We prefer to have one month's notice to book an event at the ARL. However, we can generally accommodate depending on availability and details of the rental.
Can we bring in our own caterer?
Yes, you can bring in your own catering. We are able to make recommendations of caterers upon request.
Is there a deposit required to reserve space at the ARL?
Yes, a non-refundable deposit, 25% of the rental fee, that is applied to the room rental is required at the signing of the contract.
Do I need to bring my own audio visual equipment?
The ARL has audio visual equipment available for use by our guests. Discuss your needs with the ARL staff when booking your event. There is a rental fee for this equipment.
Can we decorate the room for our event?
Yes, but all decorations must be pre-approved by the ARL. Anything that would cause paint to peel or leave residue on the walls is not permitted.
Can we have a band or DJ?
Yes, you can have music at your event. Talk with an ARL representative to discuss specific details. We do not allow fog or bubble machines, strobe, laser or cop lights in the building, for the safety of the animals.
Does the ARL serve alcohol?
Yes, the ARL can handle all of your beer, wine and wine cooler needs. However, our liquor license does not provide for liquor. Speak with your ARL representative for more information.
Is there a security charge?
The ARL requires use of security at any event that is dispensing alcoholic beverages and/or is using any of the outdoor facilities/ premises after normal ARL business hours. There is a charge for security that is to be coordinated between the renter and the security provider.
Facility Rental FAQs
Are there a minimum and/or maximum number of guests needed to hold an event at the ARL?
There is no minimum number of guests needed to host an event at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa's facility. There is a maximum of 200 people.
How soon do we need to reserve space?
We prefer to have one month's notice to book an event at the ARL. However, we can generally accommodate depending on availability and details of the rental.
Can we bring in our own caterer?
Yes, you can bring in your own catering. We are able to make recommendations of caterers upon request.
Is there a deposit required to reserve space at the ARL?
Yes, a non-refundable deposit, 25% of the rental fee, that is applied to the room rental is required at the signing of the contract.
Do I need to bring my own audio visual equipment?
The ARL has audio visual equipment available for use by our guests. Discuss your needs with the ARL staff when booking your event. There is a rental fee for this equipment.
Can we decorate the room for our event?
Yes, but all decorations must be pre-approved by the ARL. Anything that would cause paint to peel or leave residue on the walls is not permitted.
Can we have a band or DJ?
Yes, you can have music at your event. Talk with an ARL representative to discuss specific details. We do not allow fog or bubble machines, strobe, laser or cop lights in the building, for the safety of the animals.
Does the ARL serve alcohol?
Yes, the ARL can handle all of your beer, wine and wine cooler needs. However, our liquor license does not provide for liquor. Speak with your ARL representative for more information.
Is there a security charge?
The ARL requires use of security at any event that is dispensing alcoholic beverages and/or is using any of the outdoor facilities/ premises after normal ARL business hours. There is a charge for security that is to be coordinated between the renter and the security provider.