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Puppies and dogs in Indianola, Iowa

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Bandit

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Akita

Male, Young
Ankeny, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
I adopted my Bandit Baby in 2020. At the time, my other dog and I lived alone in a house with a large fenced in backyard. But now we live in a home with my partner, our 12 year old son, our 15 month old daughter and a third dog. He gets along great with my partner's dog and our 12 year old son. However, he growls at my 15 month old and has gotten aggressive with my first dog multiple times. I don't want to do this, but Bandit needs a mommy or daddy that can be his own and give him the loving attention that he deserves. He needs to be in a home with older kids (great with pre-teen boys who love to play and wrestle). He is the smartest dog I've ever met and will be amazing in training and agility classes. He is great with cats and other dogs, as long as he doesn't have to compete for his owner's attention.
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Snoopy

Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet. 7/30/23 Still available!! 1/27/23 Snoopy was a stray who was taken in temporarily, until a forever home can be found for him. We believe he is about 8 mo old and is possibly a lab/pit bull mix. He is a sweet natured little guy who is affectionate and loving, and is good with other dogs. He is crate trained and sleeps all night in his crate without a fuss. He is a very good boy and just needs a home of his own. Good with other dogs and cats! He will be neutered and utd on vet care before adoption. Located in Arkansas, but transport is available. Adopter must be able to pick up or arrange for someone to pick up for them at one of the following times/locations. Harrisburg, PA 2am Fridays Port Jervis, NJ 5am Fridays Southington, CT 8am Fridays East Hartford, CT 11am Fridays To apply, please fill out the adoption app: https://form.jotform.com/212690945239059 email apps.aasr@gmail.com with any questions. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter,  up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $125-$140 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion. For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasr@gmail.com. Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies! November 30, 2023, 9:44 pm
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Smokey

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet.Update 10/29/23 Still available! 9/16/23 Magnus and Smokey have been listed for 209 days with no interest. I’m making it my goal to find them homes before 2023 ends! That means they need shares, lots of shares!!! Winter is coming and these 2 live outside!! Their foster mom loves them so much but they deserve homes of their own! They do NOT need to be adopted together. These boys are so friendly, happy, and loving! Their 3 brothers have been adopted and all of them are doing so well in their adoptive homes. They are about a year old (estimated DOB July 2022) and we believe they are Silver Lab mix. They are NOT high energy like some year old Labs are! They are very playful, sweet, and lovable. Good with other dogs. Cats….probably not. They haven’t been around kids and would probably not be the best match for small kids. They would never hurt a child on purpose, but they are bigger boys and would easily knock over little ones. Unfortunately, they currently live in an outdoor large fenced area, because that’s the only space available for them. Even though they live outside, their foster mom spends A LOT of time with them. Their brothers have all adjusted very well to living in homes and these boys will too! Lets get these boys into nice warm homes with a comfy couches to lay on! Also available for foster!! Neutered, UTD on age appropriate vaccines, microchipped, and started on flea/tick and heartworm prevention. Located in Arkansas, but transport is available. Adopter must be able to pick up or arrange for someone to pick up for them at one of the following times/locations. Harrisburg, PA 2am FridaysPort Jervis, NY 5am Fridays orSouthington, CT 8am Fridays East Hartford, CT 11am Fridays To apply to adopt, please fill out the adoption app: https://form.jotform.com/212690945239059 To apply to foster: https://form.jotform.com/213335552163046 email apps.aasr@gmail.com with any questions.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter,  up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $125-$140 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion. For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasr@gmail.com. Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies! November 30, 2023, 9:44 pm
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Henry

Morkie Pekingese

Male, Adult
Davis City, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
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Opal

Corgi

Female, Adult
Davis City, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids,
Story
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Kiya Koda Humane Society

1206 N Jefferson Way, Indianola, IA 50125

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Second Chance DOG Rescue

4803 Lisbon St., Prole, IA 50229

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Adopt A Stray Rescue- IA transport

Des Moines, IA 50047

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Mid_Iowa Boxer Rescue

Carlisle, IA 50047

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City of Des Moines Animal Control and Shelter

1615 SE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50320

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Animal Lifeline of Iowa, Inc

4521 SE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50320

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Heartland Weimaraner Rescue - IA

Des Moines, IA 50315

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Charming Pet Rescue - IA Transport Stop

Des Moines, IA 50309

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ARTRA Corp./National Rat Terrier Rescue

Des Moines, IA 50309

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