Dog Days of Summer is back! Join us at Principal Park where you and your dog can watch The Iowa Cubs take on the Buffalo Bisons from seats in our pet-friendly reserved section. Once you enter the park, you and your dog can take part in a dog parade on the field (beginning at 5:45 […]
Come, sit, stay, and have a drink at this Yappy Hour being host by the ARL and Confluence Brewery! We will be revealing the 2026 Rescue Beer with the winning pet featured on the can. Proceeds support homeless pets, so grab your drinking buddies (human and hound) and join us for this dog-friendly event! Humans […]
GOOD MANNERS class is for dogs 6 months and older at the start of class. This class is designed to focus on teaching basics cues only. Class topics may include the following, but are often tailored to individual classes. This class meets once a week for four weeks. Understanding canine behavior and communication. Basic cues (sit, […]
PUPPY KINDERGARTEN is for puppies between 8 weeks and 5 months on the first day of class. This class is designed to focus on teaching basic cues only. Class topics may include the following, but are often tailored to individual classes: Basic cues (sit, name, down, polite greetings, etc.) Introduction to loose leash walking Additional focus on […]
Stretch, sip, and snuggle! Join us at the ARL for yoga with kittens! Enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga class taught by a professional with the purrs of adorable kittens all around! After the workout everyone will get one complimentary meow-mosa (available to participants 21+) or orange juice. Please bring your own mat (or beach […]
Bring them to the Iowa Barnstormers game on July 11 to find out! At half-time, corgis (with their owners) will take the field to race against each other to win the title of quickest corgi in the Metro! Once the chase is finished, corgis are invited to stay and watch the rest of the game […]
Join us for a one-of-a-kind workout experience inside the ARL Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch! Enjoy an energizing yoga class led by a professional instructor, followed by a cool down while you mingle with the horses, chickens, and other rescue barn animals in our care. Sip on a complimentary golden gallop champagne cocktail while soaking in […]
ZEN DOG class is for dogs 4 months and older at the start of class. Dogs spend most of their day naturally engaging with the environments around them. This session will focus solely on providing tools and an environment to help your dog relax. This class is a one-time session where owners are provided the foundation […]
ROWDY ROVERS class is for dogs 6 months and older at the start of class. This class will focus on addressing high emotional arousal and overstimulation-type behaviors such as jumping, mouthing, body slamming, and an overall lack of regulation. Class topics may include the following, but are often tailored to individual classes. This class meets […]
Send your young animal lover to our Cowboy Camp Kindness! This half-day camp, held from July 20th -24th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., is designed for kids entering 4th through 6th grade and offers hands-on learning, crafts, games, and plenty of time with shelter animals residing at our Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch location. This […]
Join us for the ARL's biggest & best cat event of the year! Celebrate all things cats and kittens with an evening of beverages and appetizers, a celebrity cat walk, an unforgettable moment in our ARL photo booth, snuggles from kittens in our Kitten Cuddle Lounge and more! The love and care for pets provided by […]
Drop-in Training Class is for dogs 8 weeks or older on the first day of class. Perfect for those with busy schedules who aren't able to commit to a 4-week class, but want to learn the basics of manners (sit, down, come, stay, loose-leash walking, and introduction to clicker training). Come once, or as often […]
Send your young animal lover to our Summer Camp Kindness! This half-day camp, held from August 3rd - 7th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., is designed for kids entering 2nd through 4th grade and offers hands-on learning, crafts, games, and plenty of time with shelter animals, and is centered around kindness, empathy, and animal […]
Schedule & Locations ARL Main (5452 NE 22nd St., Des Moines) ARL Second Chance Ranch (3296 NE 54th St., Des Moines) PLUS - additional locations around the Des Moines Metro area COMING SOON Fine Print: The ARL adheres to a no-refund, no-credit policy. Once registered, if you are unable to attend, please consider your payment […]
