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Rescuing the Forgotten: A Tale of Survival, Hope and Healing

3 rescued horses

Find out how donors like you helped us rescue nearly 50 horses who desperately needed our help. Read More

Rescued From a Puppy Mill, These Dogs Have a Second Chance at Life

Dog laying on blanket

Many of these rescued dogs still have a long road ahead, but thanks to compassionate supporters like you, they are now free from the commercial breeding system and on the path to finding their forever homes. Read More

Rami Overcomes Abandonment and Learns to Love Again

Rami

Rami arrived at the ARL after being trapped inside an abandoned vehicle for more than two weeks. He was dehydrated and absolutely terrified. Thankfully he survived, but he clearly had emotional scars. Read More

Giving Murphy Love and Dignity in His Final Days

Murphy

Thanks to our compassionate supporters, dogs like Murphy can be rescued from a life of disease and abandonment and live out their golden in comfort and surrounded by love. Read More

Bonded Buddies and Best Friends Blessed to Find New Home Together

Penny and Buttercup

Thanks to the generosity of donors, adorable adoptables and best buddies like Penny and Buttercup are able to remain together at the shelter and in foster care through the Bonded Buddies program, then head to their forever home together, too. Read More

Willow’s Wondrous Comeback

Willow

Willow the potbellied pig was suffering under the weight of her physical and behavioral challenges. Following months of patient nurturing at the ARL, Willow shed the pounds and gained the love of a family who pampers her on their farm. Read More

Kindhearted Kal’s Road to Recovery

Kal

When the ARL found Kal, he practically a skeleton. His recovery took time, but thanks to supporters like you, Kal eventually flourished in our care, showcasing the bubbly, people-loving personality that earned him a forever home. Read More

The Journey to Jessy’s Purr-fect People

Jessy

Finding the right home for the fearful and shy Jessy was no easy feat. With the help of our supporters, Jessy received the patience and care he needed to find his forever family. Read More

From Rescue to Recovery

Doree

Doree was on the brink of death when the ARL rescued her from a puppy mill in 2021. Today, she is walking, jogging and receiving the love she deserves in her forever home. Read More

Hope for Highway Bobby

Highway Bobby

Highway Bobby arrived at the Animal Rescue League as a tiny, injured kitten, weighing just 1.7 pounds. A good Samaritan had found him by the side of a highway with severe trauma to his back end. His condition was serious, but we knew we had to give him a chance. Read More

Finding Healing and a Home

Junie

Without receiving care in our Miracle Medical Ward, Junie most certainly would have died. Instead, she’s now happy, healing and loved by her new owner. Read More

Thriving in the Warmth of Love

Olaf

Things looked bleak for Olaf the kitten. the ARL rescued him just in time. Read More

A Second Chance

Lucille

When Lucille arrived at the ARL, her condition was dire. With some love and TLC, Lucille got a second chance at living a happy, healthy life. Read More

A Sweet Tale of Survival

Sophie

Our emergency response team found Sophie huddled in a bathroom, stabbed and wet. After multiple surgeries and lots of love, she is healing—and finding a forever home and happy life. Read More

Loved Beyond Measure

Dewey

At just 20-weeks old, Dewey had been hit by a car. His leg was severely broken and he couldn't walk. Thanks to you, Dewey got the care he needed to heal and, best of all, the love he always deserved. Read More

Beyond Healing: Dawn's Loving Life Again

Dawn

Severely burned and covered in soot, Dawn was in desperate need of help when she arrived at the ARL. With steady care and lots of love, however, Dawn began to heal and find a renewed love of life. Read More

Charlotte's Road to Recovery

Charlotte

When rescuers brought Charlotte to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa, she was in desperate need of our care. Thanks to your support, we saved her life and found her a loving new home. Read More

Abused Kittens Find a Loving Home

Ritz and Charm

When two severely abused kittens arrived at the ARL, it was doubtful whether they'd survive the night. Read More

Giving Second Chances

Bennie

Thanks to generous donors, our trained staff is able to provide medical care, love and second chances to pets who come to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa in desperate need of help—like Bennie. Read More