The ARL understands the importance and value of the human-animal bond. Therefore, all of our outreach efforts reflect our goal of Protect the welfare of animals, preserve the human-animal bond, and prevent the overpopulation of companion animals.
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ARL Animal Services
ARL Animal Services provides animal control services for the City of Des Moines and multiple municipalities.
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Rescue and Cruelty Intervention
The ARL investigates animal abuse and cruelty situations across the state of Iowa.
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Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Response
When disaster strikes, the ARL is prepared to step in to protect animals across the state.
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Operation CatSnip - TNR
The ARL's trap-neuter-return program improves community cats' lives by spaying/neutering, vaccinating and returning them to the areas where they've been living and thriving.
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TheraPets
TheraPets bring happiness and comfort to those in our community who need it most.
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Des Moines BSL
Learn more about breed specific legislation and the ordinance pertaining to dogs in Des Moines.
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Veterans
The ARL is committed to supporting active and retired veterans with affordable programs for their pets.
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Humane Action Network
You can help the ARL by joining the Human Action Network and support the community by advocating for our animals.
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ARL's For Love of Animals Podcast
Tune in for pet behavior tips, fun pet information, stay up-to-date on programs, happenings, and success stories from the ARL.
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K9 & Police Dog Program
It takes an exceptional dog to be a police K-9. Dogs with the qualities are rare but for nearly 20 years, ARL shelter dogs have been making a difference across the U.S. and beyond as K-9s, through our partnership with Midwest K-9 Detection.
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