NEW EVENT ALERT: Join us Dec. 13 for our Pug-ly Sweater Bar Crawl! On this bar crawl for a cause, you’ll get specialty cocktails, the opportunity to win fun raffle prizes (including a Tito’s basket!) and automatic entry into our pug-ly sweater contest! Get tickets at https://ow.ly/XKq450XoL7L.

Looking for a dog who LOVES to play? Star is your girl! This bouncy gal loves to zoom around outside and chase toys you throw for her (frisbees are her favorite)! Learn more about Star (and see an adorable video of her playing) at https://ow.ly/t2oR50XoM77 and meet her at ARL Main!

10-year-old Buttercup has a serious case of RHF (resting hiss face). Don’t let her stoic expression fool you, she’s a total sweetheart and loves attention! Learn more about Buttercup at https://ow.ly/6QEu50XoLsA and meet her at Whiskers & Manes in Marshalltown!

Treat your pet to a day at the spa! At Bunny Spa & Piggy Pampering on Dec. 9, your bunny or guinea pig will be pampered by our volunteers at ARL Main. Learn more and register at https://ow.ly/O98S50XoFCb!

Looking for a fluffy kitty? Meet 9-year-old Orisa! Orisa is a sweet kitty who loves being brushed and hanging out with you. She'll love to chat with you when you get home each day! Learn more about Orisa at https://ow.ly/WouZ50Xnwxq and meet her at ARL Main!

Paul Blart is looking for a family to accompany on lots of adventures! He loves going on walks and rides well in the car – he’s down to go wherever you go! Learn more about Paul Blart at https://ow.ly/6qWa50XmSO5 and meet him at ARL Main, or go to https://ow.ly/LHt650XmSOc to get started fostering!

WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Millie was adopted in February 2025. "Millie is doing great! She is super playful and loves hair ties and her stuffed mice. Millie is very photogenic so it was hard to pick one photo! She has been a great addition to our family."

Our next DNA Day is coming up Nov. 15! If you’ve ever wondered why your dog looks a certain way, DNA Day is for you! Just RSVP, then pick up your DNA kit on Nov. 15 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at ARL Main. Learn more and reserve your kit today at https://ow.ly/OQct50XlejH!

Dog or cat not your style? Looking for some smaller friends instead? We have several small pets available for adoption right now, including rats, guinea pigs, and even gerbils! All are looking for great homes and can’t wait to meet you! See all adoptable small pets at https://ow.ly/Fj8650XlhhH.

Are you celebrating all things spooky tonight? Latte is having a blast with her pumpkin toy! This girl loves lots of different toys and enjoys playing in her tunnel. Learn more about Latte at https://ow.ly/hJzs50XlgH7 and email Mary at [email protected] to schedule a time to meet her!

Our 39th annual Santa N’ Paws starts TOMORROW and spots are filling up! Don’t miss your chance to pose for a holiday photo with the whole family! Check out a sneak peek of the ARL Main backdrop below! Reserve your photo session at https://ow.ly/qtLM50XjR71.

Want to find out what’s in the stars for you and which of our adoptable pets shares your sign? Whether you’re a Sagit-terrier, a Fur-go, or a Cat-ricorn, our pets have your astro-pawgical horoscope ready. Head to https://ow.ly/NZZw50XjnEh and select your sign to reveal your horoscope!

Albert is a big cuddlebug who loves to snooze. He wants to snuggle with you at every possible opportunity and isn’t shy about asking for love when he decides he isn’t getting enough. Learn more about Albert at https://ow.ly/KLOM50XhPxZ and email [email protected] to schedule a visit!

Boots is a fun, playful guy who’s ready for anything! He loves chasing wand toys and batting around plush toys. He also enjoys sitting in laps, rolling around and leaning into you when you pet him. Learn more about Boots at https://ow.ly/rSoP50XhOWc and meet him at ARL Main!

Rowan is a special pup. He has a benign, bony mass on his face that affects his appears but not his quality of life. He has no idea he’s different from anyone else! He’s a fun, happy, playful pup. Learn even more about Rowan at https://ow.ly/4Wg550XgmMy and email [email protected] to meet him!

TWO WORDS: HOCKEY + DOGS! Bring your dog to a hockey game at Pucks N Paws! You and your pup can watch the Iowa Wild take on the Tucson Roadrunners at Casey’s Center on Nov. 2! Learn more and get your tickets at https://ow.ly/yT1N50XfVYF.

KIDS WHO CARE: It warms our hearts to see kids who are so compassionate at such a young age. For his 7th birthday, Luke asked for gifts for the pets at the ARL instead of for himself and collected a bunch of toys, treats and more for the pets in our care! Happy birthday and thank you, Luke!

Don't miss out on our Adopt Your Boo adoption event! Come to any ARL adoption location TODAY for $40 adoption fees for dogs and cats 6 months and up! Baconator was adopted from ARL Animal Services during this event! Want to find a new family member like him? See adoptable pets at ARL-Iowa.org.

Phoenix is a chill, independent girl looking for her perfect match! She’s looking for a family who loves the quiet life just like her and will love being able to spend lots of time relaxing with her people. Learn more about Phoenix at https://ow.ly/Mu6050XeoaR and come meet her at ARL West!

Bo Peep is a big cuddler who is quick to insert herself into any affection. Hugging someone in front of her? It’s a group hug now. Relaxing in bed? She’ll snuggle up to snooze. Learn more about Bo Peep at https://ow.ly/JX0050XegLm and email [email protected] to meet her!

STARTING TOMORROW: $40 ADOPTIONS! Tomorrow through Sunday (10/19), we have an Adopt Your Boo adoption event at ALL ARL adoption locations! Adoption fees for dogs and cat 6 months and older will be just $40! See all adoptable pets, plus locations and hours, at ARL-Iowa.org.

String Bean loves being active and being part of anything and everything you’re doing. He even enjoys car rides and loves sticking his head out the window. Learn more about String Bean at https://ow.ly/9GYl50XaBQ5 and email [email protected] to schedule a visit!

Dracula is the sweetest little kitty around! This boy LOVES pets and will shove is head into your hand to get all the head scratches and face rubs he possibly can. He’ll start purring as soon as you touch him! Learn more about Dracula at https://ow.ly/7z4o50Xa4Xr and meet him at ARL Main!