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Furry Friends Refuge

Animal rescue in West Des Moines, IA

Furry Friends is an Iowa non-profit serving central Iowa's animals in need. Furry Friends is a 501(c)3 tax-deductible organization. Furry Friends seeks to assist all animals in need through a variety of programs. Furry Friends is operated completely by volunteers and all donations go directly to the programs it operates. Unlike local traditional shelters, Furry Friends receives no assistance by local, state, or federal governments.

MISSION

We are compassionate people who care about animals and promote animal welfare through education and celebration of the human animal bond. We work to combat animal overpopulation and mistreatment and insist on humane care for all animals.

Contact David Kinser
Email adoptions@furryfriendsrefuge.org
Phone (515) 222-0009
Website
Address
1211 Grand Ave
West Des Moines, IA 50265
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1211 Grand Ave

West Des Moines, IA 50265

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Adoptable pets at Furry Friends Refuge

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

Siamese

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Maxx's adoption status with email updates.
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Maxx

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Frodo's adoption status with email updates.
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Frodo

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 6 yrs 7 mos
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Snow's adoption status with email updates.
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Snow

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 6 mos
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Selena's adoption status with email updates.
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Selena

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 yrs 8 mos
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Coconut (bonded to Kiwi)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Coconut (bonded to Kiwi)

Havana Brown

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Jack's adoption status with email updates.
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Jack

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
West Des Moines, IA
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Rescue FAQs

The greater Des Moines area, all of Iowa, and even the bordering states when necessary for animals in need.

Additional adoption info

Kittens under 4 months -- $100 for one, $150 for two
Cats over 4 months -- $75 for one, $100 for two
Puppies under 4 months -- $125
Dogs over 4 months-- $100
Rabbits -- $50 for one, $80 for two
Guinea Pigs -- $15 for one, $25 for two
Rats - $8.00 for one (only if you have an existing rat), $10 for two, $50 for family with cage

The main caregiver and an adult in the family are required to be present and meet the animal to adopt. An application and signed contract is required, and homeownership or verification from a landlord that the pet is allowed is required. Dog adoptions require an introduction to all members of the family as well as any existing dogs.

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

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Young
Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Zelda prev Basa JuM*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Zelda prev Basa JuM*

Beagle/Husky

Female, 2 yrs 5 mos
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Sahara's adoption status with email updates.
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Sahara

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Young
Knoxville, IA
We'll also keep you updated on McDaddy JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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McDaddy JuM

American Staffordshire Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 8 yrs
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Hilda JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Hilda JuM

Hound (Unknown Type)/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Brownie JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Brownie JuM

Australian Cattle Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 9 mos
Clive, IA

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