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Pointer puppies and dogs in Iowa

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Below are our newest added Pointers available for adoption in Iowa. To see more adoptable Pointers in Iowa, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!
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Jasper

Pointer

Male, Senior
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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- Very good boy who loves lots of pets! - Knows sit and will happily show you for treats - Does well on a leash - Prefers to explore and do his own thing here in the shelter, but will likely open up more once he's in a home environment and has had time to decompress - Needs to be the only dogAll adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and DA2PPV as appropriate for their age)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: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 76 Age: 8yrs 1mths 2wks
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Amira

Pointer/Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Carroll, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Amira – The Bouncy Bubble‑Chasing Best Friend Amira is a 1.5‑year‑old black and white Pointer/Lab mix with a heart full of joy and a whole lot of wiggle. She’s the kind of dog who lights up a room just by entering it. If you’re looking for a fun, affectionate companion who wants to be your whole world, she’s your girl. *Personality & Playfulness Amira is full of energy, always ready for playtime, and absolutely loves attention. One of her favorite games is chasing and catching bubbles, bouncing around with pure happiness. She’s naturally enthusiastic, joyful, and wonderfully goofy in all the best ways. *Training & Manners She’s a smart girl who understands commands and is great in the car, making adventures easy and enjoyable. With her eagerness to please and her love of interaction, she’s the kind of dog who thrives with someone who enjoys engaging with her. *Affection & Bonding Amira is a snuggler at heart. After playtime, she’s all about cuddles, closeness, and affection. She bonds deeply and wants a person who will let her be their loyal shadow — someone she can adore and who will adore her right back. *Dog Social Skills She does very well with other dogs and loves running and playing in the dog runs with her canine friends. Her bouncy, friendly energy makes her a great match for playful dogs who enjoy a good romp. *Ideal Home Amira is looking for someone who: -Enjoys an active, playful dog -Has time for training, engagement, and affection -Wants a loyal companion who will be their whole world
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LANDO

Pointer/American Bulldog

Male, 9 mos
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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My name is Lando and I am a white & tan pointer/hound. I am a neutered male and I am 10 months old. I am at the shelter because I was found as a stray on 04/12/2026. I am potty trained. I am a medium energy dog and I can live with an owner with no prior pet owning experience. The shelter staff is not sure if I am used to being crated during the day. The shelter staff are still learning how I walk on a leash. I would do well with simple obedience training to help us bond and for us to learn how to communicate with each other. I do not have a history of trying to escape the home or yard. I would like a standard height fence to help keep me inside the yard. I can be good with women, men, and children. I can be good with other dogs and I can be good with cats.
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Dottie

Pointer

Female, 4 yrs
Monticello, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Dottie is a lively, almost 4-year-old English Pointer who’s finally getting the fresh start she deserves. She was originally trained for hunting, but when she turned out to be sensitive to gunfire, she was set aside. Much of her early life was spent in a kennel with little room to roam, but those days are now behind her. Since entering foster care, Dottie has been discovering the pleasures of home life. Like a typical Pointer, she thrives on running, sniffing, and exploring. She does best with about an hour of exercise each day, ideally split into shorter sessions. Whether she’s chasing a ball or playing with her toys, she knows how to keep herself entertained. Dottie is friendly and social—she gets along well with other dogs, is good with kids, and hasn’t shown much interest in cats. However, her strong prey drive means she’ll need supervision outdoors so she doesn’t wander off following an interesting scent. She already knows “come” and enjoys games like fetch, making her a great fit for an active household. She’s still adjusting to life indoors in her foster home, as this is her first time in a true home setting. She’s learning what belongs to her and that countertops aren’t for exploring. House training is coming along nicely, with only occasional accidents as she settles in. She’s also very comfortable in a crate and will even tuck herself in when she’s ready to rest. While the transition initially caused some weight loss, she’s now eating three meals a day and steadily gaining it back. Dottie would do best in an active, outdoorsy home—especially one familiar with hunting or pointing breeds. With consistency, patience, and plenty of chances to run and play, she’s sure to become a wonderful companion.
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Hawk

Pointer

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Oskaloosa, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Birdie

Pointer

Female, 5 yrs 5 mos
Ottumwa, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Pointer shelters & rescues in Iowa

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

Here are a few organizations

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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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Marion County Humane Society

1701 E Pleasant, Knoxville , IA 50138

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ames Animal Shelter

325 Billy Sunday Road, Ames , IA 50010

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Animal Rescue of Carroll

1721 East 10th Street, Carroll , IA 51401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter

1716 Pella Ave, Oskaloosa , IA 52577

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Rescue League of Marshalltown

1921 Taylor Avenue, Marshalltown , IA 50158

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

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Heartland Humane Society

314 Fox-Sauk Rd, Ottumwa , IA 52501

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Muddy Paws Second Chance Rescue

527 Delong Avenue, Council Bluffs , IA 51503

Pet Types: dogs

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Midlands Humane Society

1020 Railroad Ave, Council Bluffs , IA 51503

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

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Where do Pointers come from? How many types of Pointers are there? From the history of the breed to question about average height, weight and size, brush up on these basic facts about the Pointer.

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