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Puppies and dogs in Iowa

Looking for a puppy or dog in Iowa? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Iowa. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Nora's adoption status with email updates.
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Nora

Dachshund

Female, 7 yrs
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Nora was found as a stray and is an 8-year-old sweetheart who's all about love and affection. She enjoys being close to her people, soaking up pets, and sharing quiet, happy moments. Gentle, loving, and easygoing, Nora would make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a calm, affectionate friend to call their own.  If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St. Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets! All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop ##2620129##
We'll also keep you updated on George's adoption status with email updates.
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George

Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Hi there, I'm George! I’m a 1-year-old Lab mix, and I’m basically a big ball of goofy happiness! I love people so much that when I wag my tail, my whole body gets in on the action. Treats are my favorite thing in the world—I’ll do just about anything for one! I get along great with everyone—dogs, cats, and kids—and I’m potty trained, too. I can seem like a lot of energy at first, but don’t worry, I settle down once I’ve had a chance to say hi. I’m just a joyful guy looking for a family to share all my love (and wags!) with! If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St. Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets! All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop ##2380770##
We'll also keep you updated on Badger's adoption status with email updates.
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Badger

Labrador Retriever/Border Collie

Female, 1 mo
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
We are the Black & White Brigade. 9 Bordador puppies dressed to impress in classic black and white - and named after some of nature's most iconic monochrome animals (Tapir, Orca, Purrin, Panda, Lemur, Zebra, Penguin, Magpie and Badger). We will be available for pre-adoption at a PetSmart Adoption Event on Saturday, January 17. And, we will be ready to go to our new homes the very next week when we are 8 weeks old on January 24. Put in your application now if you want to bring a little sweet and wild style to your life.  If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St. Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets! All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop ##2630649##
We'll also keep you updated on Magpie's adoption status with email updates.
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Magpie

Labrador Retriever/Border Collie

Female, 1 mo
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
We are the Black & White Brigade. 9 Bordador puppies dressed to impress in classic black and white - and named after some of nature's most iconic monochrome animals (Tapir, Orca, Purrin, Panda, Lemur, Zebra, Penguin, Magpie and Badger). We will be available for pre-adoption at a PetSmart Adoption Event on Saturday, January 17. And, we will be ready to go to our new homes the very next week when we are 8 weeks old on January 24. Put in your application now if you want to bring a little sweet and wild style to your life.  If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St. Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets! All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop ##2630648##
We'll also keep you updated on Penguin's adoption status with email updates.
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Penguin

Labrador Retriever/Border Collie

Male, 1 mo
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
We are the Black & White Brigade. 9 Bordador puppies dressed to impress in classic black and white - and named after some of nature's most iconic monochrome animals (Tapir, Orca, Purrin, Panda, Lemur, Zebra, Penguin, Magpie and Badger). We will be available for pre-adoption at a PetSmart Adoption Event on Saturday, January 17. And, we will be ready to go to our new homes the very next week when we are 8 weeks old on January 24. Put in your application now if you want to bring a little sweet and wild style to your life.  If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St. Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets! All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop ##2630647##
We'll also keep you updated on Zebra's adoption status with email updates.
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Zebra

Labrador Retriever/Border Collie

Female, 1 mo
Clive, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
We are the Black & White Brigade. 9 Bordador puppies dressed to impress in classic black and white - and named after some of nature's most iconic monochrome animals (Tapir, Orca, Purrin, Panda, Lemur, Zebra, Penguin, Magpie and Badger). We will be available for pre-adoption at a PetSmart Adoption Event on Saturday, January 17. And, we will be ready to go to our new homes the very next week when we are 8 weeks old on January 24. Put in your application now if you want to bring a little sweet and wild style to your life.  If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St. Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets! All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop ##2630646##

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Shelters & rescues in Iowa

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Iowa. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Cedar Bend Humane Society

1166 W. Airline Highway, Waterloo, IA 50703

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Waverly Pet Rescue

PO Box 291, Waverly, IA 50677

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Better Together Animal Rescue, Inc.

211 West 4th Street, Vinton, IA 52349

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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New Rattitude - Iowa

Arlington, IA 50606

Pet Types: dogs

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Cedar Valley Greyhound Adoptions, Inc.

7411 Mt. Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52324

Pet Types: dogs

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Tama County Humane Society

1406 E. 5th St, tama, IA 52339

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Wire Fox Terrier Rescue Midwest

Dumont, IA 50625

Pet Types: dogs

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Northeast Iowa Pet Rescue

519 Westwood, Strawberry Point, IA 52076

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Hardin Eldora Animal Rescue Team

Eldora, IA 50627

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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ANIMAL RESCUE ALLIANCE

1814 11Tth ave #86, ELDORA, IA 50627

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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