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Iowa Big and Small Tortoise Rescue and Sanctuary

Animal shelter in Ames, IA
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4322 US Hwy 69
Ames, IA 50010
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4322 US Hwy 69

Ames, IA 50010

Adoptable pets at Iowa Big and Small Tortoise Rescue and Sanctuary

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

Tortoise

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

Tortoise

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

Tortoise

Female, Adult
Ames, IA

Shelter FAQs

United States

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 4. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We focus on finding the tortoise's the best possible home. We do not charge an adoption fee.

Adoption application

https://bigandsmalltortoise.org/rescue/adoptions/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Iowa Big and Small Tortoise Rescue and Sanctuary

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Fort Dodge, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Sox SM's adoption status with email updates.
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Sox SM

Labrador Retriever/Pointer

Male, 3 yrs 4 mos
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Dinah's adoption status with email updates.
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Dinah

Boxer/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Puppy
Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Raichu's adoption status with email updates.
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Raichu

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Atlas's adoption status with email updates.
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Atlas

Domestic Shorthair

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

Husky/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA

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