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Puppies and dogs in Johnston, Iowa

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Johnston, 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 Darla's adoption status with email updates.
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Darla

Coonhound Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
Ankeny, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Darla is a sweet loving girl who can be a couch potato or do several long walks a day. She is good on leash, house trained and crate trained. She is good with kids and cats. She is spayed and up to date on shots. She is microchipped as well. She deserves a good home that will love her and give her what she needs. Rehoming fee negotiable.
We'll also keep you updated on Molly's adoption status with email updates.
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Molly

Great Pyrenees

Female, Young
Ankeny, IA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Molly is a two and a half year old girl who is sweet as pie. She is fully housebroke and kennel trained (though she prefers to be out and about as much as possible). She loves to go for walks, play a good game of tug a war, or cuddle up right next to you to watch TV. She is incredible intelligent, knows basic commands (sit, lay down, kennel), and learns very quickly. The only reason we are looking to rehome her is because she does not get along with our other dog. She gets along great with kids and cats but MUST be the only dog in the home. She is a gentle giant who absolutely loves people. Adoption fee includes leash, harness, and bed.
We'll also keep you updated on Ronon's adoption status with email updates.
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Ronon

Doberman Pinscher

Male, Adult
Ankeny, IA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
ADOPTION FEE WILL BE RETURNED AS CREDIT AT YOUR VET - Ronon needs a new home through no fault of his own. He is an AMAZING dog. He will stay with his person all the time if given the choice. He is meant to be a companion dog and takes this job very seriously. Ronon is well mannered most of the time. He is extremely intelligent. He knows his commands and what is expected of him. He is house broken and will stay off furniture if that is your preference. He never gets into what he isn't supposed to so has not needed to be kenneled in his current home. Ronon is large and clumsy when playing, so homes with no small children are preferred. His ideal new home has an experienced owner and has NO OTHER PETS. At minimum a fenced yard is required but if you have more space for him to run and explore, even better! Ronon is reactive to other dogs. He has had a few successful play dates but overall, he will do best where there is limited interaction with other animals.
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Zara

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Sweet girl, knows sit- Loves people and companionship - Young, noisy or busy children can be too much for them (mature home recommended) - May prefer to be the only dog in their home- May take some time to warm up to new dogs and may prefer some dogs over others; would be most comfortable with a slow introduction to new dogs (dog intro recommended) - Tends to avoid other dogs (dog intro recommended) - The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Brown Weight: 45.5 Age: 1yrs 2mths 2wks
We'll also keep you updated on Beth's adoption status with email updates.
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Beth

American Bulldog

Female, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
HOW TO ADOPT: This dog is available for adoption by request. To schedule a time to meet this dog, please contact Alex at apurvis@arl-iowa.org. ---- A very sweet girl who remembers those she's built relationships with; once you're in her inner circle, you're in! - Does well on a leash and loves to sniff around on walks and explore - She would do best in a teens-and-up home that can help her build relationships on her own time - Loves treats and would be fun to work on skills with, treats will also be the way to her heart in her new home - Would do best with a dog friend that matches her energy and play style (dog intro recommended) - Has built confidence with routines in the shelter and will enjoy having some consistency in her new home - The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Brown Weight: 48.5 Age: 1yrs 9mths 0wks
We'll also keep you updated on Nala's adoption status with email updates.
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Nala

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Female, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Total goofball who loves toys and being silly - Prefers to explore and do their own thing here in the shelter, but will likely open up more once they're in a home environment and have had time to decompress - Silly girl, knows sit- Young, noisy or busy children can be too much for them (mature home recommended) - May take some time to warm up to new dogs and may prefer some dogs over others; would be most comfortable with a slow introduction to new dogs (dog intro recommended) - The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Tri Color Weight: 49 Age: 2yrs 9mths 2wks

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Forever Home Dog Rescue

Johnston, IA 50131

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Iowa Golden Retriever Rescue

PO Box 13316, Des Moines, IA 50310

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Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc.

5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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MidwestBoxerRescues-Iowa

all areas, IA 50311

Pet Types: dogs

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Polk County Humane Society (in Missouri) - Iowa Transport

11101 University Ave Ste B, Clive, IA 50325

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Unbreakabull Bullies Rehabilitation and Rescue

Des Moines, IA 50314

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Russell Rescue, Inc. - Iowa Area

Des Moines, IA 50301

Pet Types: dogs

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Iowa Pet Adoptions

Des Moines, IA 50312

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Furry Friends Refuge

1211 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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