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Iowa Reptile Rescue

Animal rescue in Des Moines, IA

We started in March 2008. We have already taken in over 25 reptiles, amphibians, and arachnids. We do not charge to take in animals; we then rehabilitate them, take them to the vet as needed; work with them on aggression when needed, and assist in medical issues until they are ready to find a new adoptive forever-home.

Contact Jason Argo
Email contact@iowareptilerescue.com
Phone (641) 840-0170
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Address
832 26th Street
Des Moines, IA 50312
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832 26th Street

Des Moines, IA 50312

Adoptable pets at Iowa Reptile Rescue

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All over Iowa; As well as Omaha, Quad Cities, Minneapolis, Wisconsin and farther out

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To adopt, individuals must fill out a free application. We will have them meet with the animals available. We will discuss their care knowledge and try to match the right animal to the right person. We will make sure to follow state and city laws as far as forbidden reptiles, etc.

http://www.iowareptilerescue.com/index_files/Page549.htm

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Pets at shelters & rescues near Iowa Reptile Rescue

City of Des Moines Animal Control and Shelter

1615 SE 14th Street,
Des Moines, IA 50320

ARTRA Corp./National Rat Terrier Rescue

Des Moines, IA 50309

Marion County Humane Society

1701 E Pleasant,
Knoxville, IA 50138

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

Whippet/Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Cletus's adoption status with email updates.
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Cletus

Plott Hound/Blue Heeler

Male, 10 yrs 1 mo
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Uncle Rico KF's adoption status with email updates.
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Uncle Rico KF

American Pit Bull Terrier/Boxer

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Patches (Bonded to Oreo)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Patches (Bonded to Oreo)

Guinea Pig

Male, 1 yr 4 mos
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Bruh's adoption status with email updates.
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Bruh

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Colfax, IA

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