Tree of Life 2025
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The 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 […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Drop-In Training Class
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesDrop-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 […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
South Side Library 1111 Porter Ave., Des Moines, IAPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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Gourmet Apples Pre-Sale 2026
EventsOur 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 […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Drop-In Training Class
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesDrop-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 […]
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Good Manners
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesGOOD 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 […]
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Puppy Kindergarten
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesPUPPY 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 […]
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Yoga in the Barn
ARL Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch 3296 NE 54th Ave, Des Moines, IAEventsStretch, sip, and support homeless pets! Join us for a one-of-a-kind workout experience inside the new ARL Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch! Enjoy a 30-minute energizing yoga class led by a […]
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Adolescent Life Skills
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesADOLESCENT LIFE SKILLS class is for dogs 15 weeks to 5 months at start of class. This class will give your juvenile an opportunity to continue valuable socialization while providing you […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
East Side Library 2559 Hubbell Ave., Des Moines, IAPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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Drop-In Training Class
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesDrop-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 […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
Fire Administration Building 2715 Dean Ave., Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Zen Dog
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesZEN 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 […]
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Gourmet Apples Pickup 2026
ARL Main 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsIf you pre-ordered your apples, you can find pickup information below. Did you miss the pre-order? Or were the apples SO good that you need more? You can still place an […]
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Drop-In Training Class
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesDrop-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 […]
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Valentine’s Photoshoot 2026
ARL Main 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United States +1 moreEvents1 high resolution digital photo You will receive an email one day before your appointment with check-in information. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to your appointment Sunday, February 1 10 a.m. - […]
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Neuter Your Ex
EventsGot someone from your past who definitely shouldn't reproduce? Feeling vengeful this Valentine's Day? For just a $15 donation, we will name a feral cat after your ex, then spay […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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Valentine’s Photoshoot 2026
ARL Main 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United States +1 moreEvents1 high resolution digital photoYou will receive an email one day before your appointment with check-in information. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to your appointmentSunday, February 1 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. […]
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Alley Cat Allies Cat Food Bank
Harriet and East Robot St. Harriet and E. Robot St., Des Moines, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis resource is available to community cat caregivers and families in need with indoor cats. Alley Cat Allies is covering all costs of the cat food through its Cats Are […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
Grace United Methodist Church 3700 Cottage Grove Ave., Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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Good Manners
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesGOOD 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 […]
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Adolescent Life Skills
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesADOLESCENT LIFE SKILLS class is for dogs 15 weeks to 5 months at start of class. This class will give your juvenile an opportunity to continue valuable socialization while providing you […]
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Drop-In Training Class
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesDrop-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 […]
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Puppy Life Skills
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesPUPPY KINDERGARTEN is for puppies between 8 weeks and 22 weeks on the first day of class. This class gets puppies off on the right paw using positive reinforcement techniques. Class […]
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Spay-ghetti and No Balls Dinner at Opa! Italian and Greek
Opa! Italian & Greek 2800 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsEnjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner complete with a fresh side salad and baked bread in celebration of February being spay/neuter month! Each year, hundreds of vulnerable puppies and kittens enter […]
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Spay-ghetti and No Balls Dinner with Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse at The Rewind Hotel
Rewind Hotel 6075 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, United StatesEventsEnjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner complete with a fresh side salad and baked bread in celebration of February being spay/neuter month! Each year, hundreds of vulnerable puppies and kittens enter […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
South Side Library 1111 Porter Ave., Des Moines, IAPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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Raise Your Paw Basket Party 2026
ARL Main 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsJoin us for a Basket Party to help prepare for the ARL’s biggest event of the year—Raise Your Paw—by assembling baskets that will be auctioned off to support pets in […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Yoga in the Barn
ARL Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch 3296 NE 54th Ave, Des Moines, IAEventsJoin us for a one-of-a-kind workout experience inside the ARL Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch! Enjoy a 30-minute energizing yoga class led by a professional instructor, followed by a 15-minute cool […]
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Loose Leash Bootcamp
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesLOOSE LEASH BOOTCAMP is for dogs 4 months and older at the start of class. This will focus solely on loose leash walking during each training class, as well as the real-world skills […]
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Poorly Drawn Pets
Virtual EventEventsWe have something new...You asked and we listened! Poorly Drawn pets is back, our fan favorite fundraiser where we draw your pets, well, poorly! In addition to a digital copy of […]
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(CANCELLED) Mobile Pet Food Pantry
Pet Support ServicesThis Pet Food Pantry has been cancelled. Please see the ARL Events Calendar for upcoming Pet Food Pantries. Thank you!
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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St. Pawtrick’s Day Bingo 2026
ARL Main 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsHopefully you'll have the luck of the Irish on your side for this game night because you'll need it! With all kinds of awesome prizes available for you to win, […]
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Camp Kindness
ARL Main; Humane Education Classroom 5452 NE 22nd Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsSend your young animal lover to our Spring Break Camp Kindness! This half-day camp, held from March 17-19 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., is designed for kids entering 2nd […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
Grace United Methodist Church 3700 Cottage Grove Ave., Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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Hoops and Howls
Casey's Center 730 Third Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsJoin us at Casey's Center to watch the Iowa Wolves take on the Salt Lake City Stars! Enjoy a thrilling basketball game with your pup by your side. During the […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
South Side Library 1111 Porter Ave., Des Moines, IAPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Eggstravaganza: An Egg Hunt for Dogs!
ARL Main 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsWhen your dog touches the plastic eggs with their nose, into their basket it goes. Follow the walking trail to find eggs, treats, and more then hop over to our […]
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Dog DNA Day
ARL Main 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsUncover your pup's DNA mystery and help pets in need at one of our most popular events - DNA Day! Will your dog have Shepherd genes? Lab? Terrier? Or just […]
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Adoption Event at PetSmart Ankeny
PetSmart Ankeny 1715 SE Delaware Ave, Ankeny, IA, United StatesAdoption EventsJoin us for an adoption event at PetSmart Ankeny on March 29! We will be there with adoptable dogs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and cats and rabbits from […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Puppy Kindergarten
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesPUPPY 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 […]
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Good Manners
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesGOOD 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 […]
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SOLD OUT: Doxie Dash
Midmerican Energy Company RecPlex 6500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IAEventsJoin us at the Des Moines Buccaneers' final regular-season game against the Sioux City Musketeers! Bring your doxie along to watch—and for their chance to compete against other local four-legged […]
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Rowdy Rovers
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesROWDY 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, […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
East Side Library 2559 Hubbell Ave., Des Moines, IAPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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Mother’s Day Bundle Presale
EventsShower the pet mom in your life with our Mother's Day bundle, they are sure to love. Every tax-free purchase helps provide care, shelter, and love to the pets in […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Drop-In Training Class
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesDrop-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 […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
Grace United Methodist Church 3700 Cottage Grove Ave., Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Raise Your Paw Auction
FeaturedThe Meadows Events & Conference Center 1 Prairie Meadows Dr., Altoona, United StatesEventsAppetizers Live Music 200+ silent auction items 50+ live auction items Kitten Cuddle Lounge *Tickets and tables must be purchased in advance. They will not be available at the door. […]
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Zen Dog
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesZEN 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 […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
South Side Library 1111 Porter Ave., Des Moines, IAPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
Indianola Wellness Center 306 E Scenic Valley Ave. #100, Indianola, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThe Animal Rescue League of Iowa and the City of Indianola are partnering to host a Pet Food Pantry for families in need on Wednesday, April 29 from 3-4 p.m. […]
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Craft for Paws: Pet Themed Pottery (SOLD OUT)
Five Monkeys Pottery Studio 131 Fifth St, West Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsCraft for a cause! Join the ARL at Five Monkeys Pottery Studio for a creative evening benefiting animals in need! Design and paint your own one-of-a kind pet themed project […]
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Cats N’ Mats (SOLD OUT)
ARL Main; Mapes Auditorium 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsStretch, 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 […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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Good Manners
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesGOOD 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 […]
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Adoption Event with Urbandale High School
FeaturedCharles Gabus Tree Park 3400 86th St, Urbandale, IAAdoption EventsJoin us for an adoption event at Charles Gabus Tree Park on May 9! We will be there with adoptable dogs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. with the Urbandale […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
East Side Library 2559 Hubbell Ave., Des Moines, IAPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic-FULL
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Pedal for Paws
FeaturedCaptain Roy's 1900 Saylor Rd, Des Moines, IA, United States +4 moreEventsThis ride is approximately 19 miles (round trip) and includes fun-filled stops at local businesses. You'll have the opportunity to win cool prizes through our raffle, enjoy fun activities like […]
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Good Manners
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesGOOD 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 […]
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Puppy Life Skills
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesPUPPY LIFE SKILLS is for puppies between 8 weeks and 22 weeks on the first day of class. This class gets puppies off on the right paw using positive reinforcement […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
Grace United Methodist Church 3700 Cottage Grove Ave., Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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Dog Days of Summer at Iowa Cubs
Principal Park 1 Line Drive, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsDog Days of Summer is back! Join us at Principal Park where you and your dog can watch The Iowa Cubs take on the Memphis Redbirds from seats in our […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Adolescent Life Skills
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesADOLESCENT LIFE SKILLS class is for dogs 15 weeks to 5 months at start of class. This class will give your juvenile an opportunity to continue valuable socialization while providing you […]
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Loose Leash Bootcamp
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesLOOSE LEASH BOOTCAMP is for dogs 4 months and older at the start of class. This will focus solely on loose leash walking during each training class, as well as the real-world skills […]
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Mobile Pet Food Pantry
South Side Library 1111 Porter Ave., Des Moines, IAPet Support ServicesHow It Works Patrons may pick up food for up to 2 households (including their own) No appointment is needed; supplies are available while they last Each household will receive […]
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Yappy Hour at the ARL
ARL Main 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsCome, sit, stay, and have a drink at the ARL! We're kicking off the summer with a special Yappy Hour celebrating the ARL's 100th anniversary. We'll have a cash bar […]
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Dog DNA Day at Yappy Hour
ARL Main 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsUncover your pup's DNA mystery and help pets in need at one of our most popular events - DNA Day! Will your dog have Shepherd genes? Lab? Terrier? Or just […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Kitten Shower
ARL Main; Mapes Auditorium 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsJoin us for a morning full of kittens! Help us prepare for kitten season by providing life saving supplies while also meeting some of the kittens you'll be helping. Our kitten […]
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Drop-In Training Class
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesDrop-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 […]
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Craft for Paws: Candle Making
Candle Bar DSM 130 5th St Suite A, West Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsCraft for a cause! Join the ARL at Candle Bar DSM for a creative evening benefiting animals in need! Create and customize your own one-of-a kind candle while enjoying a […]
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ARL Wellness Clinic
ARL Animal Services 1441 Harriet Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesPet Support ServicesThis clinic offers rabies vaccination, FVRCP, DA2PPV, and microchipping for dogs and cats in Des Moines metro area. Registration is required and spots are limited. Sign up today!
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Camp Kindness
ARL Main; Humane Education Classroom 5452 NE 22nd Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsSend your young animal lover to our Summer Camp Kindness! This half-day camp, held from June 22nd - 26th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., is designed for kids entering […]
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Dog Days of Summer at Iowa Cubs
Principal Park 1 Line Drive, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsDog 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 […]
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Yappy Hour at Confluence 2026
Confluence Brewing Co. 1235 Thomas Beck Rd, Des Moines, IA, IA, United StatesEventsCome, 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 […]
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Good Manners
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesGOOD 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 […]
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Puppy Kindergarten
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesPUPPY 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 […]
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Cats N’ Mats
ARL Main; Mapes Auditorium 5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsStretch, 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 […]
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Corgi Chase
Casey's Center 730 Third Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsBring 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 […]
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Yoga in the Barn
ARL Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch 3296 NE 54th Ave, Des Moines, IAEventsJoin 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 […]
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Zen Dog
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesZEN 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 […]
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Rowdy Rovers
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesROWDY 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, […]
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Cowboy Camp Kindness
ARL Kruidenier Second Chance Ranch 3296 NE 54th Ave, Des Moines, IAEventsSend 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 […]
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The Cat’s Meow
Rewind Hotel 6075 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, United StatesEventsJoin 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, […]
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Drop-In Training Class
ARL Main-Blumenthal Training Center 5452 NE 22nd St Suite 3, IA, United StatesTraining ServicesDrop-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 […]
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Camp Kindness
ARL Main; Humane Education Classroom 5452 NE 22nd Street, Des Moines, IA, United StatesEventsSend 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 […]
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Santa N Paws 2026
EventsSchedule & 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 […]
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Tree of Life 2026
FeaturedEventsThe 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 […]
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Raise Your Paw Auction
FeaturedThe Meadows Events & Conference Center 1 Prairie Meadows Dr., Altoona, United StatesEventsJoin us for the ARL's largest event of the year supporting the thousands of pets who will enter our doors this year. Enjoy a night out at the disco with other animal lovers for […]