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Happy Tales Ranch and Rescue

Cat rescue in Colfax, IA

Happy Tales Ranch and Rescue is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), no-kill feline rescue located in central Iowa. We concentrate on special-needs felines, rehabilitation and rescue from small pounds and shelters. We promote spaying and neutering and assist where possible.

MISSION

Happy Tales Ranch and Rescue is a nonprofit no-kill rescue whose mission is to rescue, provide a safe haven, and care for abandoned animals until a permanent home can be found.

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Email happytalesiowa@gmail.com
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Address
Colfax, IA 50054
Donation We accept paypal, also see the donate tab on our website
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Adoptable pets at Happy Tales Ranch and Rescue

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 10 yrs 3 mos
Colfax, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Willow's adoption status with email updates.
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Willow

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 yrs
Colfax, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Flint's adoption status with email updates.
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Flint

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Colfax, 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
We'll also keep you updated on Sammy's adoption status with email updates.
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Sammy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Colfax, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Leif's adoption status with email updates.
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Leif

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 3 mos
Colfax, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Cider's adoption status with email updates.
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Cider

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Colfax, IA
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Central Iowa

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Pre-adoption Form, yes there is an adoption fee, contract.

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Fluffy -- Bonded Buddies With Mayo And Ketchup's adoption status with email updates.
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Fluffy -- Bonded Buddies With Mayo And Ketchup

Guinea Pig

Female, Young
Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Akeelhah -- Bonded Buddy With Daphne's adoption status with email updates.
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Akeelhah -- Bonded Buddy With Daphne

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 11 mos
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Mysti's adoption status with email updates.
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Mysti

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Des Moines, IA

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