BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ARL - Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc. - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ARL - Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc. X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://arl-iowa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ARL - Animal Rescue League of Iowa, Inc. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T223000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200436Z CREATED:20251105T195836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200436Z UID:10000311-1737277200-1737325800@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Sweat for Pets DESCRIPTION:ARL Main – Mapes Auditorium\n5452 NE 22nd st Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Events Team (events@arl-iowa.org) \nJoin the fitness craze that people can’t get enough of – AND help homeless pets while you sweat! \nJoin us at ARL Main for a 50-minute Zumba® dance workout led by an Ignit Sports & Fitness instructor. After the class\, cool down with a complimentary Meow-mosa (mimosa) and playtime with some of our adorable kittens. PLUS 100% of the registration fee will support a homeless pet in need – including the kittens who will be joining you. Space is limited\, so grab your friends and dance with us at this paw-some class! \nWhat’s included: \n 50-minute Zumba® workout led by a professional instructor\n Complimentary meow-mosa\n Playtime with kittens! \nTickets: $20 (Ages 8+) \nWe have a limited number of spots available so be sure to register before we sell out! All proceeds benefit the homeless pets in our care. \nSession 1: 9 – 10:30 a.m. – SOLD OUT! \nSession 2: 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Tickets available for purchase! \nREGISTER HERE \nCovid-19 Information:  \nWe ask all event attendees to practice current recommended safety guidelines. If you have questions about our COVID-19 safety measures\, please contact events@arl-iowa.org  \nDisclaimer:  \nBy entering an event or program of the ARL\, you are entering an area where photography\, audio and video recording may occur. Your entry and presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to be photographed\, filmed\, and/or otherwise recorded which may be used for purposes connected to the ARL and its initiatives. Click here for more information.  URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/sweat-for-pets/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T120000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200436Z CREATED:20251105T195835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200436Z UID:10000309-1737194400-1737201600@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Barn Volunteer Orientation DESCRIPTION:ARL Main: Auditorium\n5452 NE 22nd St. Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Volunteer Services Team (volunteer@arl-iowa.org) \nBecome a volunteer at our Second Chance Ranch and Barn! \nThis orientation is for those that are interested in volunteering at our Second Chance Ranch and Barn program!  \nAs a Barn Assistant\, you will be volunteering with a variety of barn animals\, including chickens\, horses\, goats\, pigs\, and sheep. Volunteering in this position will require you to work in hot or cold conditions and requires a lot of physical activity\, including standing on your feet for long periods at a time\, lifting\, bending\, and using barn tools for cleaning. This position also has the opportunity to socialize\, groom\, and handle the barn animals.   \nRegistration for this event is required.  \n$10 T-shirt fee at the time of orientation (one fee per family unit) payable by cash\, venmo\, or card \nRegister Here! URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/barn-volunteer-orientation-2/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T105000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200436Z CREATED:20251105T195835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200436Z UID:10000310-1737194400-1737197400@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Drop-In Training Class DESCRIPTION:ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center\n5452 NE 22nd Street Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Kathryn Vry (dogtraining@arl-iowa.org) \n Drop In Training Class is for dogs 8 weeks or older on the first day of class. Drop In Training Class is perfect for those with busy schedules who aren’t able to commit to a 4-week class\, but want to learn the basic manners (sit\, down\, come\, stay\, loose-leash walking\, and introduction of clicker training). Come once\, or as often as you’re able! An ARL instructor will be available to answer any questions you have or give you help as needed. All dogs will be taught in a humane manner using positive reinforcement methods. This class is limited to 4 dogs. \nFees\n$40 per class\, includes clicker for training. Fees for classes are subject to change and are non-refundable. \nNote about Treats\nThe best way to train your pet is through the proper use of positive reinforcement and rewards. Please bring plenty of high value treats to class\, such as cut up hotdogs\, cheese\, chicken\, chewy training treats\, etc. You’ll likely use more than you think! URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/drop-in-training-class-17/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Training Services ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/training_adolescentpuppy1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T143000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200436Z CREATED:20251105T195834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200436Z UID:10000308-1737104400-1737124200@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL DESCRIPTION:ARL Animal Services\n1441 Harriet Street Des Moines\, IA 50317\n \n\n\n Contact: \n (petsupportservices@arl-iowa.org) \n This clinic will be held at the Des Moines Animal Services location. \nThis clinic offers rabies vaccination\, FVRCP\, DA2PPV\, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area.   \nARL Wellness Exam Fee is $35 per pet.  \nRegistration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today! \nRegister \nFeline and canine distemper vaccinations for this Wellness clinic have been generously donated by Petco Love! URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/arl-wellness-clinic-full-38/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Pet Support Services ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T150000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200436Z CREATED:20251105T195833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200436Z UID:10000307-1736604000-1736607600@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Puppy Kindergarten DESCRIPTION:ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center\n5452 NE Street Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Kathryn Vry (dogtraining@arl-iowa.org) \n PUPPY KINDERGARTEN is for puppies between 8 weeks and 15 weeks of age on the first day of class. This class helps puppies start off on the right paw using positive reinforcement techniques. The class meets for four weeks. Topics to be covered will include\, but are not limited to: \n Understanding canine behavior and communication.\n House Training\n Biting/Mouthing\n Socialization\n Introduction to basic manners: sit\, down\, come\, stay.\n How positive reinforcement works and why we use it.\n Problem solving\n Problem prevention\n Training tricks for fun and to impress your friends \nPrerequisites \nNo prior class is needed to attend Puppy Kindergarten. \nThis class meets once a week for four weeks. Participants will be required to watch the orientation video prior to coming to the first class via the link below.  \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssUfPnvdChk&t=5sVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Training Class Orientation (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssUfPnvdChk&t=5s)\nFor any issues regarding the orientation video\, please contact dogtraining@arl-iowa.org or call 515-473-9131.  \nDoes your dog consistently react strongly to humans or other dogs? \nReactive dogs have a hard time focusing on their owner during the class making it hard for them to learn and retain the information they are being taught. If you are unsure if your dog will be successful in a group training class\, a Drop-In training class is a great way to see if your dog is able to learn in the busy environment our training center provides. \nIf you have any concerns about the behaviors your dog displays\, please email dogtraining@arl-iowa.org or call (515) 473-9131. \nFee\nThis class is $125. Fees for classes are subject to change and are non-refundable. URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/puppy-kindergarten-12/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Training Services ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/training_adolescentpuppy1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T132000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000306-1736598600-1736601600@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Good Manners DESCRIPTION:ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center\n5452 NE Street Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Kathryn Vry (dogtraining@arl-iowa.org) \n GOOD MANNERS class is for dogs 5 months and older at the start of class. Guardians will learn how to teach their dogs in a humane manner using positive reinforcement methods which in turn will enrich their relationship with their dog. Classes consist of 4 weekly sessions\, each lasting about 50 minutes. Topics to be covered will include\, but are not limited to: \n Understanding canine behavior and communication\n Basic manners: sit\, down\, come\, stay\, loose leash walking\n How positive reinforcement works and why we use it\n Problem solving\n Problem prevention\n Training tricks for fun and to impress your friends! \nPrerequisites\nNo prior class is needed to attend Good Manners \nThis class meets once a week for four weeks. Participants will be required to watch the orientation video prior to coming to the first class via the link below.  \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssUfPnvdChk&t=5sVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Training Class Orientation (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssUfPnvdChk&t=5s)\nFor any issues regarding the orientation video\, please contact dogtraining@arl-iowa.org or call 515-473-9131.  \nDoes your dog consistently react strongly to humans or other dogs? \nReactive dogs have a hard time focusing on their owner during the class making it hard for them to learn and retain the information they are being taught. If you are unsure if your dog will be successful in a group training class\, a Drop-In training class is a great way to see if your dog is able to learn in the busy environment our training center provides. \nIf you have any concerns about the behaviors your dog displays\, please email dogtraining@arl-iowa.org or call (515) 473-9131. \nFee\nThis class is $125. Fees for classes are subject to change and are non-refundable. URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/good-manners-16/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Training Services ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/training_adolescentpuppy1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T180000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000303-1736589600-1736704800@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Friends for Life Adoption Event DESCRIPTION:PetSmart\n1715 SE Delaware Ave Ankeny\, IA 50021\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Adoption Events (adoptionevents@arl-iowa.org) \n Join us at PetSmart in Ankeny for 50% off adoption fees  \nJoin us January 11 – 12 for a Friends for Life adoption event at the PetSmart at 1715 SE Delaware Ave! Adoption fees are 50% off for dogs and cats 6 months and older\, and adoption counselors will be available to help you meet the pets and adopt on-site! \nWe’ll be there both days from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with adoptable cats and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with adoptable dogs. \nAll pets are already spayed/neutered\, vaccinated\, and microchipped\, plus adopters receive discounts on ARL dog training classes and purchases at our Animal House store at ARL Main. \nInteresting in adopting at this event? Learn more about our adoption process here. \nThis event was made possible in part by a grant from PetSmart Charities. URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/friends-for-life-adoption-event-19/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T180000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000304-1736589600-1736618400@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:ARL Animal Services First Anniversary Adoption Event DESCRIPTION:ARL Animal Services\n1441 Harriet Street Des Moines\, IA 50317\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Events Team (events@arl-iowa.org) \nCelebrate one year at ARL Animal Services with us! \nJoin us for a first-anniversary adoption event at 1441 Harriet St. on Saturday\, Jan. 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adoption fees will be 50% off for all dogs and cats ages 6+ months (at ARL Animal Services only). \nAll day (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) \n 50% off adoption fees for all cats and dogs 6+ months!\n All pets come spay/neutered\, microchipped\, and with age-appropriate vaccinations.\n Visit with sweet adoptable pets looking for their second chance. \nCelebration Open House! (10 a.m. to 12 p.m.) \n Coffee and light snacks \n Opportunity to win raffle prizes \n Dog basket including a FREE ARL dog park rental\n Cat basket including a kitten cuddle break for up to 10 people \n Fun enrichment activities you or your kids can do for the animals on-site \nGive an anniversary gift to a pet in need  \nWant to help us celebrate? Use gift reference “Happy Anniversary” or write a personalized message to the animals and staff at the Animal Services building! \nDonate here! URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/arl-animal-services-first-anniversary-adoption-event/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Adoption Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T150000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000305-1736589600-1736607600@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Dog DNA Day DESCRIPTION:ARL Main-Adoption Lobby\n5452 NE 22nd St. Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Rachel Frederiksen (retail@arl-iowa.org) \nDo you ever get asked “What kind of dog is that?”\nWe have your answer! \nSolve your pup’s DNA mystery and give back to pets in need with one of our most popular events – DNA Day! Will they have Shepard genetics? Lab? Or maybe just a whole lot of cute! \nReserve your kit for only $69 (regularly priced at $75). Remember – there is no sales tax and 100% of the proceeds help homeless pets! \nHow to participate: \n Reserve your kit through the button below\n Pickup your kit anytime between 10am and 3pm on Saturday\, January 11 in our adoption lobby\n Swab your pet’s cheek at home or ask one of our DNA Day volunteers to help you day of\n Send your kit to the lab and you’ll receive your results in just a few weeks \nPricing and availability: \nPromotional pricing is only available January 11\, 2025. We will accept walk-ins\, but please note DNA Kits not reserved will be sold on a first come\, first served basis based on how many kits we have available that day.  \nIf you cannot attend the event but are still interested in a purchasing a kit\, visit the ARL’s Animal House store during normal business hours to purchase a kit at our standard retail price of $75. \nRESERVE MY KIT \nFine print: \nWe welcome friendly dogs of all sizes and breeds and their responsible owners. For the safety of your dog and others\, female dogs should not be in heat and please check with your veterinarian to make sure your dog is up to date on all of its vaccinations. Dogs must be leashed and under control of their owner at all times. No retractable leashes\, choke chains\, or prong collars are allowed. To learn more about our policy on correction collars\, visit this link. \nTickets are non-refundable. Once registered\, if you are unable to attend\, please consider your payment a tax-deductible donation. \nCovid-19 Information: \nWe ask all event attendees to practice current recommended safety guidelines. If you have questions about our COVID-19 safety measures\, please contact retail@arl-iowa.org \nDisclaimer: \nBy entering an event or program of the ARL\, you are entering an area where photography\, audio and video recording may occur. Your entry and presence on the event premises constitutes your consent to be photographed\, filmed\, and/or otherwise recorded which may be used for purposes connected to the ARL and its initiatives. URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/dog-dna-day-4/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T110000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000302-1736586000-1736593200@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:TheraPets Training Workshop Jan 2025 DESCRIPTION:ARL Main; Blumenthal Training Center\n5452 NE 22nd Street Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Cat Turner McAuliffe (therapets@arl-iowa.org) \n  \nLearn how to become a volunteer ARL TheraPets Team with your pet; join us at this upcoming TheraPets Training Workshop*!  \nTopics to be covered include: \n Definitions related to Animal Assisted Services\n The qualities needed to be a successful therapy animal team\n Responsibilities and expectations of an ARL TheraPets volunteer \n The facilities/populations we serve and how to prepare for/conduct a visit\n Ways to ensure your pet’s safety\, physical and mental well-being while volunteering\n Techniques for mutually beneficial interactions\n Review of the TheraPets Team Assessment\n ….and much more! \nTheraPets Training Workshop is for humans only and registration is required.  \nThis Workshop will be held in our Blumenthal Training Center at ARL’s Main Campus – 5452 NE 22nd Street\, Des Moines (map) \n  \n*Attending training workshop is an ARL TheraPets program requirement URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/therapets-training-workshop-jan-2025/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/TheraPetsAlzwalk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250110T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250110T143000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000301-1736499600-1736519400@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL DESCRIPTION:ARL Animal Services\n1441 Harriet Street Des Moines\, IA 50317\n \n\n\n Contact: \n (petsupportservices@arl-iowa.org) \n This clinic will be held at the Des Moines Animal Services location. \nThis clinic offers rabies vaccination\, FVRCP\, DA2PPV\, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area.   \nARL Wellness Exam Fee is $35 per pet.  \nRegistration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today! \nRegister \nFeline and canine distemper vaccinations for this Wellness clinic have been generously donated by Petco Love! URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/arl-wellness-clinic-full-37/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Pet Support Services ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T183000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000300-1736357400-1736361000@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation DESCRIPTION:ARL Main: Auditorium\n5452 NE 22nd St. Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Volunteer Services Team (volunteer@arl-iowa.org) \nBecome a volunteer at the ARL to help pets in need!  \nThe Volunteer Information Session is the first step in getting started with the ARL’s Volunteer Program. In this session you will learn why the ARL’s work is important\, as well as different ways you can make an impact.  \nFrom serving as an ambassador spreading awareness in the community\, to providing enrichment and socialization for an animal\, to training other volunteers on how to support our mission\, volunteer team members give their time and talent to change the lives of thousands of pets each year.  \nRegistration for this event is required.  \n$10 T-shirt fee at the time of orientation (one fee per family unit) payable by cash\, venmo\, or card \nRegister Here! URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/volunteer-orientation-6/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Volunteering ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T143000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000296-1735894800-1735914600@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL DESCRIPTION:ARL Animal Services\n1441 Harriet Street Des Moines\, IA 50317\n \n\n\n Contact: \n (petsupportservices@arl-iowa.org) \n This clinic will be held at the Des Moines Animal Services location. \nThis clinic offers rabies vaccination\, FVRCP\, DA2PPV\, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area.   \nARL Wellness Exam Fee is $35 per pet.  \nRegistration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today! \nRegister \nFeline and canine distemper vaccinations for this Wellness clinic have been generously donated by Petco Love! URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/arl-wellness-clinic-full-36/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Pet Support Services ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250102T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250102T200500 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000298-1735845300-1735848300@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Puppy Kindergarten DESCRIPTION:ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center\n5452 NE Street Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Kathryn Vry (dogtraining@arl-iowa.org) \n PUPPY KINDERGARTEN is for puppies between 8 weeks and 15 weeks of age on the first day of class. This class helps puppies start off on the right paw using positive reinforcement techniques. The class meets for four weeks. Topics to be covered will include\, but are not limited to: \n Understanding canine behavior and communication.\n House Training\n Biting/Mouthing\n Socialization\n Introduction to basic manners: sit\, down\, come\, stay.\n How positive reinforcement works and why we use it.\n Problem solving\n Problem prevention\n Training tricks for fun and to impress your friends \nPrerequisites \nNo prior class is needed to attend Puppy Kindergarten. \nThis class meets once a week for four weeks. Participants will be required to watch the orientation video prior to coming to the first class via the link below.  \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssUfPnvdChk&t=5sVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Training Class Orientation (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssUfPnvdChk&t=5s)\nFor any issues regarding the orientation video\, please contact dogtraining@arl-iowa.org or call 515-473-9131.  \nDoes your dog consistently react strongly to humans or other dogs? \nReactive dogs have a hard time focusing on their owner during the class making it hard for them to learn and retain the information they are being taught. If you are unsure if your dog will be successful in a group training class\, a Drop-In training class is a great way to see if your dog is able to learn in the busy environment our training center provides. \nIf you have any concerns about the behaviors your dog displays\, please email dogtraining@arl-iowa.org or call (515) 473-9131. \nFee\nThis class is $125. Fees for classes are subject to change and are non-refundable. URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/puppy-kindergarten-11/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Training Services ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/training_adolescentpuppy1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250102T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250102T190000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000295-1735840800-1735844400@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Good Manners DESCRIPTION:ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center\n5452 NE Street Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Kathryn Vry (dogtraining@arl-iowa.org) \n GOOD MANNERS class is for dogs 5 months and older at the start of class. Guardians will learn how to teach their dogs in a humane manner using positive reinforcement methods which in turn will enrich their relationship with their dog. Classes consist of 4 weekly sessions\, each lasting about 50 minutes. Topics to be covered will include\, but are not limited to: \n Understanding canine behavior and communication\n Basic manners: sit\, down\, come\, stay\, loose leash walking\n How positive reinforcement works and why we use it\n Problem solving\n Problem prevention\n Training tricks for fun and to impress your friends! \nPrerequisites\nNo prior class is needed to attend Good Manners \nThis class meets once a week for four weeks. Participants will be required to watch the orientation video prior to coming to the first class via the link below.  \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssUfPnvdChk&t=5sVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: Training Class Orientation (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssUfPnvdChk&t=5s)\nFor any issues regarding the orientation video\, please contact dogtraining@arl-iowa.org or call 515-473-9131.  \nDoes your dog consistently react strongly to humans or other dogs? \nReactive dogs have a hard time focusing on their owner during the class making it hard for them to learn and retain the information they are being taught. If you are unsure if your dog will be successful in a group training class\, a Drop-In training class is a great way to see if your dog is able to learn in the busy environment our training center provides. \nIf you have any concerns about the behaviors your dog displays\, please email dogtraining@arl-iowa.org or call (515) 473-9131. \nFee\nThis class is $125. Fees for classes are subject to change and are non-refundable. URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/good-manners-15/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Training Services ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/training_adolescentpuppy1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241226T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T000000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000270-1735171200-1737849600@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Gourmet Apples Pre-Sale Jan 2025 DESCRIPTION:ARL Main\n5452 NE 22nd St Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Events Team (events@arl-iowa.org) \nBe part of our annual tradition\, where the funds from each apple sold provide care to an animal for a day.  \nOur gourmet apple recipe for humans features a large\, tart apple that is covered in homemade caramel from Iowa Orchard then dipped in milk chocolate\, drizzled with white chocolate\, and covered with crushed toffee from Chocolate Storybook.  \nMade specifically for dogs\, our gourmet dog apple is covered in peanut butter and rolled in crushed dog biscuits. \nValentine’s Box for You & Your Pet \nCuddle up on the couch with your dog or cat bestie for a cozy night IN — featuring a Valentine’s gift box with treats for both of you! \n Cat Cuddle Valentine’s Box \n Stay in and cuddle your pet with a comfy “Cat cuddles are cheaper than a date” crewneck sweatshirt\, a “Free cuddles” pet bandana\, a pair of cozy socks that say “I can’t get up right now\, the cat is on my lap”\, a gourmet human apple\, and yummy Hill’s Nutrition treats. \n Pre-sale — $50 \n Walk-in — $65 \n Order a Cat Box \n Dog Cuddle Valentine’s Box \n Stay in and cuddle your pet with a comfy “Dog cuddles are cheaper than a date” crewneck sweatshirt\, a “Free cuddles” pet bandana\, a pair of cozy socks that say “I can’t get up right now\, the dog is on my lap”\, a gourmet human apple\, and a gourmet dog apple.          \n Pre-sale — $50 \n Walk-in — $65 \n Order a Dog Box \nApple Ordering Options \nPlace your order by January 26\, 2025\, to guarantee availability so you don’t miss out (they sold out last year!). Shipping and Delivery are available — see details below. \n Apples for You or Friends \n Apples for Dogs \n Single Apple for Humans — $15\n 6-Pack of Apples for Humans* — $75\n (Buy 5\, get 1 FREE – $90 value!) \n Order an Apple \n Single Apple for Dogs — $10\n 6-Pack of Apples for Dogs* — $50\n (Buy 5\, get 1 FREE – $60 value!) \n Order an Apple \n*Offers cannot be combined. You must purchase 5 apples of the same kind to get a free apple of the same kind (i.e. – 3 human apples and 2 dog apples do not equal 1 free apple). \nSHIPPING + DELIVERY  \nFree Local Delivery\nPurchase 24+ of any apples\, and get FREE delivery in the Des Moines metro \nShipping\nAny 6 apples – $15 shipping\nAny 12 apples – $20 shipping\nValentine’s Box – $15.50 shipping \nFor shipping inquiries\, please email events@arl-iowa.org \nPickup  \nOrders will be available for pickup January 27 – February 14.\nPlease give our team 24 hours from the time you place your order to prepare it for pickup. \nARL Main\n5452 NE 22nd Street\nDes Moines\, IA 50313 \nMonday through Friday — 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.\nSaturday and Sunday — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. \nThank you to our Sponsors \nContributing Sponsors: \nIn-Kind Sponsors: \n                  \nThe ARL adheres to a no-refund\, no-credit policy. Once registered\, if you are unable to attend\, please consider your payment a tax-deductible donation. \n*Covid-19 Information: We ask all event attendees to practice current recommended safety guidelines. If you have questions about our COVID-19 safety measures\, please contact events@arl-iowa.org. URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/gourmet-apples-pre-sale-jan-2025/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/EventHeader_GourmetApples.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241201T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241231T000000 DTSTAMP:20251105T200437Z CREATED:20251105T195749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200437Z UID:10000294-1733011200-1735603200@arl-iowa.org SUMMARY:Tree of Life 2024 DESCRIPTION:ARL Main\n5452 NE 22nd St Des Moines\, IA 50313\n \n\n\n Contact: \n Events Team (events@arl-iowa.org) \nGive a gift to a pet in need this holiday season \nThe Animal Rescue League of Iowa’s annual Tree of Life event is an opportunity to leave gifts for homeless pets under the tree and help supply the shelter with items the animals depend on every day. \nMake a difference this December. Leave a gift for a homeless pet.  \nHow to Make a Gift \nBring a Gift: \nChoose an item from our Wish List and put it under the tree at one of our drop-off locations in the Des Moines metro.    \nContactless Gifting: \nGive a gift with an online order! When you donate items from our wish lists\, they ship directly to us.  \nAmazon Wish List \nChewy Wish List \nWalmart Wish List  \nGift a Day of Care: \nIt costs just $15 to gift 1 day of care to a homeless pet! Make a donation to a pet in need below and we’ll put an ornament on our tree as a symbol of your donation. Ornaments can feature your name\, the animal lover in your life\, in memory of a loved one or pet\, etc.  \nDONATE HERE! \nChoose Items from our Fetch! List \nWe are thankful for your generosity\, and so are the pets in our care! Here are some of our most-needed items to help us care for the animals this holiday season and into the new year. \n Food for Dogs & Cats \n Instead of bringing in a bag of food\, please consider making a $10\, $20 or $30 donation to our Full Bellies Food Fund. Our partnership with Hill’s Food\, Shelter & Love program and Oxbow allows us to purchase food for the shelter in bulk\, which means every dollar goes further. \n For Dogs \n Nylabones – large and XL\n Benebones – large and XL\n Whipped Cream\n Hot dogs\n Calming Supplements\n Adaptil\n Adaptil collars\n Dog Treats\n Easy Cheese (in a can)\n Peanut butter (creamy\, no xylitol please)\n Chicken broth and Beef broth (low-sodium\, for making pupsicles)\n Bath towels (full-size)\n Rope toys\n Blankets\n Dog crates\, 42″ and 48″ (this is the exact item we need)\n Canned pumpkin\n Applesauce\n Puppy Milk Replacer\n Dog kennels (all sizes)\n Slip leads (6 ft.)\n Slip leads (10 ft.)\n Chain leads\n Flea and tick treatment\n Joint Supplement\n Lick Mats\n Frisbees\n Quart food storage bags (for holding dog treats)\n Freeze dried beef liver\n Freeze dried chicken\n Freeze dried lamb liver\n Dog bubbles (used for enrichment)\n Wobble Wag Giggle Ball\n KONG Balls – large\n KONG Wobblers\n Boomer Balls — 6″ or larger\n Plastic containers with lids (yoghurt containers or similar) – for making pupsicles \n Ice cube trays for making pupsicles (bone shape and paw shape)\n Easy Walk Harnesses (XL)\n Easy Walk Harnesses (L)\n Easy Walk Harnesses (medium)\n Easy Walk Harnesses (small)\n Poop bags \n Poop scoopers\n Stainless steel food/water bowls \n Flat bedsheets (no fitted sheets\, please) \n For Cats \n Glitter balls \n Jingle balls and pingpong balls \n Canned Tuna \n Cat Carriers \n Churu lickable cat treats \n Baby Food \n Water bowls\n Heating Pads\n Totes to make neonate kits for foster homes (this is the exact item we need)\n Kitten Milk Replacer \n Miracle Nipples\n Nursing bottles \n Snuggle Kitties and Snuggle Puppies\n Kitten Wipes\n Blender bottles 920 oz. (new or used)\n Nutri-cal for kittens\n Pedialyte (unflavored)\n Rescue Wipes\n Stainless steel food/water bowls\n Fuzzy mice \n Vaseline\n Back Scratchers\n Cat Carrier\n Flea Combs\n Flea and Tick Spray\n Stainless steel litter pans\, full-size (this is the exact item we need)\n Cat scratchers (13-pack is best for our kennels)\n Lick Mats\n Paper sacks\n Community Cat Houses\n Kitty Casas\n Feliway\n Feliway diffuser\n Large litterboxes for foster homes \n Calming collars\n Calming Supplements\n Stools\n Moist cat treats (no catnip\, please) \n Crunchy cat treats (no catnip please) \n Cat Litter (non-clumping\, unscented)\n Da Bird cat toy\n Da Bird cat toy refills \n Plastic treat balls \n Cat scales (this is the exact item we need)\n Heating blankets  \n For Small Animals \n Timothy hay\n Rabbit litter\n Untreated wooden blocks for small animals\n Water bottles\n Kaytee Perfect Chew toys for rabbits and small animals\n Small animal treats \n Hanging toys for birds \n Small wooden ladders for birds \n Pumice or rope perches for birds\n Fruit (Bananas\, blackberries\, raspberries\, watermelon\, pumpkin)\n Vegetables (Romaine lettuce\, celery\, collard greens\, arugula\, bell peppers\, broccoli\, bok choy\, cabbage\, kale\, watercress) \n For Barn Animals \n Lead rope\n First aid items (Fly repellent ointment\, rash cream\, bandages\, veterinary thermometer\, wound care spray\, wound ointment)\n Chicken scratch grains\n Horse feed (Amplify Supplement or Purina Enrich)\n Senior horse feed (Purina\, Triple Crown or Nutrena)\n Horse spray-on fly protection\n Sweet feed and alfalfa pellets (used for training)\n Black rubber horse feed pans\n Muck forks\n Muck buckets \n Gift Cards and Other Supplies \n Pre-paid gasoline cards (for animal transport vehicles)\n Gift cards to pet supply stores\, Hy-Vee\, and Walmart\n Duct tape\n Zip Ties\n 10×13 Mailing envelopes\n Batteries – AAA\, AA\, C\, D\, 9V\n Label-maker tape – white \n Sticky notes/Post-it notes\n Carabiners\n Pens \n Dry Erase Markers \n Command strips \n Paper – multicolor\, cardstock for laser printer \n Paper – white\, letter or cardstock for laser printer \n Exam gloves (large\, XL or medium)\n Trash bags – 60 gallon or larger \n Wild bird food \n Acrylic yarn or cotton yarn (no wool blends\, chunky yarns or fun-fur yarn\, please)\n Tape rolls\n Binder clips\n Scissors (this is the exact item we need)\n Screwdrivers\n Can openers\n Pill bottles \nTree of Life Drop-off Locations \n Des Moines \n ARL Main\n 5452 NE 22nd Street (map) \n ARL Des Moines Animal Services\n 1441 Harriet St (map) \n Bomgaars\n 5049 NE 14th Street (map) \n Hiking Dog Co\n 3800 Merle Hay Rd #1235A (map) \n Blue Pearl Pet Hospital\n 4631 Merle Hay Rd (map) \n All Pets Hospital\n 1330 2nd Ave (map) \n Franklin Plaza Family Dentistry P.C.\n 4944 Franklin Ave. Suite A (map) \n Bone-A-Patreat\n 4110 University Ave (map) \n Dough Co.\n 2330 University Ave (map) \n Confluence Brewing\n 1235 Thomas Beck Rd (map) \n Clive \n Zoom Room\n 13101 University Ave Suite 4 (map)  \n Des Moines Cosmetic Dentistry Center\n 2375 Berkshire Pkwy (map)  \n Urbandale \n Bone-A-Patreat\n 3735 86th St (map) \n Johnston \n Rocket Carwash\n 6035 Merle Hay Rd (map) \n Waukee \n Rocket Carwash\n 1400 SE University Ave (map) \n Grimes \n Bomgaars\n 2151 SE 11th St (map) \n Starbucks\n 2255 E 1st St (map) \n Rocket Carwash\n 301 NE Cypress Dr (map) \n Ames \n Greater Iowa Credit Union \n 801 Lincoln Way (map) \n Greater Iowa Credit Union \n 2623 Northridge Pkwy (map) \n Greater Iowa Credit Union \n 200 Airport Rd (map) \n West Des Moines \n ARL West\n Inside Iowa Pet Foods & Seascapes\n 1500 22nd Street (map) \n ARL Club WDM\n Inside Canine Country Club\n 2150 Delavan Dr Suite 1 (map) \n Coffee Cats\n 312 5th St (map) \n Motion Lab \n 2700 University Ave Suite 332 (map) \n Camp Bow Wow \n 2900 University Ave Suite 250 (map) \n Animal Doctors\n 4800 Mills Civic Pkwy (map) \n Petco\n 6805 Mills Civic Pkwy Ste 140 (map) \n LaFleur Chiropractic \n 5465 Mills Civic Pkwy #230 (map) \n Bone-A-Patreat\n 9250 University Ave Suite 103 (map) \n Ankeny \n Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic \n 742 S Ankeny Blvd (map)  \n Zoom Room \n 1875 N Ankeny Blvd Suite 105 (map)  \n Dough Co. \n 2405 SW White Birch Dr Ste 100 (map) \n Uptown Garage\n 305 SW Walnut St (map) \n Stewart Sport and Spine Physical Therapy\n 502 N Ankeny Blvd Suite 4 (map) \n Rocket Carwash\n 3301 N Ankeny Blvd (map) \n Denny Elwell Company \n 2401 SE Tones Dr #17 (map)  \n Ankeny Art Center \n 1520 SW Ordnance Rd (map) \n On With Life Neuro Rehab Center \n 715 SW Ankeny Rd (map)   \n Altoona \n Bone-A-Patreat \n 550 36th Ave SW Suite Q (map) \n Pet Supplies Plus \n 120 8th St SE (map) \n Rocket Carwash\n 737 34th Ave SW (map) \nInterested in having your business host a Tree of Life this year? \nCall (515) 473-9109\nor email events@arl-iowa.org\n  \nWatch pets pick out gifts during last year’s Tree of Life: URL:https://arl-iowa.org/event/tree-of-life-2024/ LOCATION:IA CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arl-iowa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Square_TreeofLife_2025.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR