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A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

Animal rescue in Marion, IA
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Email info@aplanimalrescue.org
Phone (319) 382-5370
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Marion, IA 52302
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Adoptable pets at A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

We'll also keep you updated on Harvey's adoption status with email updates.
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Harvey

Australian Cattle Dog/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 7 mos
Marion, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Boone's adoption status with email updates.
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Boone

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 4 yrs 7 mos
Marion, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Zola's adoption status with email updates.
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Zola

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 10 mos
Marion, IA
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Rescue FAQs

Marion, Cedar Rapids & Surrounding Areas

Linn, Benton, Jones, Johnson Counties & Surrounding Areas

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Approve Application
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Application
Conversation
Home owner/HOA/Landlord verification
Background Check
Vet Reference
Personal References
Home visit
Meet and Greet(s)

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https://www.aplanimalrescue.org/adopt

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Pets at shelters & rescues near A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

Cedar Valley Humane Society

7411 Mt Vernon Rd SE,
Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

SAINT Rescue

1200 16th Ave SW,
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Cedar Valley Greyhound Adoptions, Inc.

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

We'll also keep you updated on Stewie's adoption status with email updates.
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Stewie

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 9 yrs
Cedar Rapids, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Benji's adoption status with email updates.
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Benji

Maltese

Male, Adult
Lisbon, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Raisin's adoption status with email updates.
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Raisin

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 4 mos
Monticello, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Brit's adoption status with email updates.
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Brit

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Cedar Rapids, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Franklin's adoption status with email updates.
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Franklin

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Cedar Rapids, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Winn Dixie's adoption status with email updates.
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Winn Dixie

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Monticello, IA

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