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Puppies and dogs in Iowa

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Adopt a dog in Iowa

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.

Max JuM

French Bulldog

Male, 6 yrs

Clive, IA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats,

Story

Khloe and Max, Max and Khloe ;) We r the cutest couple of frenchies who EVER EXISTED!! We arrived at the rescue together, have been together almost all of our lives...and will be adopted together to the most amazing home that exists! We r cute and happy dogs. We love all the people we meet and are good with other dogs too. We would love to have our very own home and IYKYK... YOU can't just have one frenchie! Adopt us soon,we will fill your home with snorts, farts and snoring ;) all the BEST things!! Local adoption fee is $800 together (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $ 1500 together ( includes transport to your area)

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Khloe JuM

French Bulldog

Female, 5 yrs 2 mos

Clive, IA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,

Story

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Special Needs

Bear

Labrador Retriever/Bernese Mountain Dog

Male, Adult

Mediapolis, IA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Not good with kids, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,

Story

Bear came from a rough background. He was abused physically and kept in a cage most of the day for most of his 2nd and 3rd years of life. My boyfriend and I rescued him when his previous owner decided to move out of state as we were the only people he still felt safe around. He gets along well with our two cats and he has a lot of love to give. He loves to cuddle and play with them (and us). Due to his past he is very afraid of strangers and children. We have made great strides in working with him but he still growls and barks loudly if he doesn't have some kind of distraction, whether its gently soothing him or getting him interested in a game. He still needs a lot of help and patience, but once he trusts you, he will never leave your side. We never wanted to rehome him, but rent is too expensive and we had to make the very difficult decision to move and find him a new family who will give him the love and support he needs.

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Whimzee JuM

Pointer/Rat Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo

Clive, IA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

I'm Whimzee, a spirited 4-year-old Pointer mix with a white and black coat and a heart full of adventure! 🐕 I'm crate trained and love the company of other dogs, making me a great fit for active households. I thrive on movement and outdoor fun — I need a family ready to keep up with my energy and give me plenty of exercise. I do best with older children who can match my playful, affectionate nature. If you're looking for an adventurous companion who's friendly and ready for action, let's meet! 🏃‍♀️💕 Local adoption fee is $300 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)

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Jackson JuM

Great Pyrenees

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos

Clive, IA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

If you've been dreaming of a big, fluffy best friend, Jackson may be the perfect match. This handsome young Great Pyrenees mix is about 2 years old and weighs in at 70 pounds of pure sweetness. He has a wonderful personality—he walks great on a leash, has a moderate energy level, and absolutely loves attention from people. With his soulful eyes and calm demeanor, it's hard not to fall in love the moment you meet him. He's the kind of dog who is happy to join you for an adventure but is just as content relaxing by your side. This sweet boy is looking for a family that will give him the love, patience, and forever home he deserves. In return, you'll gain a loyal companion who will be by your side through life's adventures. 🐶 Male 🐶 Great Pyrenees Mix 🐶 Approximately 2 years old 🐶 77 lbs 🐶 Heartworm Negative 🐶 Walks great on a leash 🐶 Sweet, gentle personality Local adoption fee is $300 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)

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Mila JuM

Great Pyrenees/German Shepherd Dog

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo

Clive, IA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

I'm Mila, a stunning 2-year-old Pyrenees-German Shepherd mix with a gorgeous fawn and golden tricolor coat 🐕. Already spayed and crate trained, I'm ready to become part of your active family — I thrive on exercise and adventure, and I do wonderfully with children and other dogs! I'm affectionate, playful, and smart, so you'll find me equally happy joining you on a hike or snuggling up at home ❤️. I've completed my heartworm treatment and I'm in great health, so let's get started on our next chapter together!! Local adoption fee is $300 (in TX ) Out of state adoption fee is $550 (includes transport to your area)

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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:

Shelter

Clarke County Animal Shelter

125 E Ayers Street, Osceola, IA 50213

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

American Eskimo Dog Rescue & Sanctuary of Iowa

St. Charles, IA 50240

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Kiya Koda Humane Society

1206 N Jefferson Way, Indianola, IA 50125

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Forever Home Dog Rescue

PO Box 33, Indianola, IA 50125

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Almost Home Animal Rescue - IA

118 East Lincoln Ave, Chariton, IA 50049

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Earth Angel Rescue Services, Inc.

405 W. Madison St., Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin, IA 50854

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Creston Animal Rescue Effort/ Creston City Pound

mail donations to:, 304 W Devoe Street, Creston, IA 50801

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Mid_Iowa Boxer Rescue

Carlisle, IA 50047

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Heartland Weimaraner Rescue - IA

Des Moines, IA 50315

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Animal Lifeline of Iowa, Inc

4521 SE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50320

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Popular dog breeds

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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