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Dog rescues and shelters near Des Moines, IA

Places to adopt a dog within 50 miles of Des Moines

23within 50 miles
14shelters
9rescue groups

There are 23 dog rescues and animal shelters within 50 miles of Des Moines, Iowa, from 4 to 50 miles away. They are listed closest first.

Rescues and shelters come from public business listings. We do not run adoptions and nobody pays to appear. Call first: hours and available dogs change every day.

Closest dog rescues and shelters to Des Moines

3

ARL Second Chance Ranch

Des Moines, IA · 5 mi away · Animal shelter
4.910 reviews
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5

Forever Home Dog Rescue - Iowa

Johnston, IA · 8 mi away · Rescue group
No reviews yet
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12

Clifford Sisters Rattery

Winterset, IA · 32 mi away · Rescue group
No reviews yet
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17

Little Paws Rattery

Osceola, IA · 40 mi away · Rescue group
5.01 review
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21

Whiskers & Manes - at the Wolfe Ranch

Marshalltown, IA · 48 mi away · Rescue group
No reviews yet
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23

Greene County Animal Shelter

Jefferson, IA · 50 mi away · Animal shelter
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All dog rescues and shelters in Iowa · Dog breeders near Des Moines

Questions

Where can I adopt a dog near Des Moines, IA?

There are 23 dog rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Des Moines. The closest is Animal Lifeline of Iowa in Des Moines, about 4 miles away.

How many animal shelters are near Des Moines?

14 animal shelters and 9 rescue groups within 50 miles.

What do I need to adopt a dog?

Most rescues ask for an application, a photo ID, proof that your landlord allows pets if you rent, and sometimes a home visit. Shelters are usually faster: you can often meet a dog and take it home the same day.