Pet Services
The ARL is dedicated to keeping pets out of shelters and rescues and helping them remain in homes with people who love them.
As pet owners, we try to understand our pets the best we can, even if that means going through some tough and frustrating growing pains! The ARL is here to help you and your pet in your time of need. Maybe you just need advice on potty training, or maybe you need to see if you qualify for a low-cost spay/neuter surgery for your pet.
Lost & Found Pets
Find out what to do if your pet goes missing, if you’ve found a pet or wildlife, and what you can do to help in your community.
Pet Wellness & Support
Together we can change the lives of not only pets and the people who love them, but the community as a whole.
Behavior Helpline
The ARL offers behavior counseling to educate pet owners how to encourage and reward good pet behavior.
Training Classes
The ARL believes in using positive-reinforcement-based training methods to help train a pet and build a strong bond — the same training methods we use with animals at the shelter.
Resources For Pet Owners
Find pet-friendly housing, businesses and cities, local dog parks, and detailed information about caring for your pets.
Surrender Your Pet
After exploring all available options, you may decide that surrendering your pet is the best or only remaining option.
End of Life Services
The ARL offers affordable end-of-life services to honor your beloved pet with dignity and compassion.
Pet Helpline
Connect with ARL’s friendly staff about issues or concerns with your pet. We’re here to help.
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.
Rescue
The ARL investigates animal abuse and cruelty situations across the state of Iowa.
Disaster / Emergency Preparedness
When disaster strikes, the ARL is prepared to step in to protect animals across the state.