The ARL offers this supplemental service intended to help alleviate some of the cost associated with purchasing pet food for pet families in transition. Income-qualified clients (Des Moines residents who are receiving government assistance such as Unemployment, Social Security, Food Assistance, etc.) may pick up dry dog or cat food once every 30 d...
Contracted by the City of Des Moines to investigate reports of animal cruelty and neglect, animal bites, injured animals, stray animals & complaints of barking dogs and pick-up of deceased animals. Impounded animals are taken to the ARL Animal Services.BRANCH OFFICES: Polk County Sheriff's Office handles animal control for the unincorporated areas ...
ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE OF IOWA is Iowa's largest nonprofit animal shelter. The ARL serves people and pets, primarily Central Iowa, through its programs which assist pet owners from adoption through the end of a pet's life, including: adoption and foster care (including foster options for those affected by natural disasters or domestic violence), pet ...
The ARL’s Crisis Foster program provides temporary care for the pets of families or individuals experiencing a crisis due to domestic violence, natural disaster (e.g., fire, flood, evacuation), or other catastrophic events.The Crisis Foster program works in collaboration with both the family/individual and their service providers to create a safe a...
ARL has an Animal Welfare Intervention Coordinator to assist law enforcement agencies throughout the state. If there is an animal welfare concern outside of the city limits of Des Moines, citizens are encouraged to contact local law enforcement in their community to report first. Citizens can then email or call Animal Welfare Intervention Coordinat...
Volunteering options can take a variety of forms from serving as an ambassador spreading awareness in the community, to providing enrichment and socialization for an animal. Volunteers may also be asked to train other volunteers on how to support the mission. Volunteer team members give their time and talent to change the lives of thousands of pets...
ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE OF IOWA offers pet owners assistance with overnight boarding of their animals during any natural disaster. Must call for more information.
Offers a free pet clinic for dog and cat owners that need help with basic vaccinations and rabies shots. Supplies are limited and served in order of arrival. Pet Clinic is offered at the Fire Maintenance Station, 2715 E. Dean Avenue, Des Moines, 50317.
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