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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Iowa City, Iowa. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Oreo

Maltipoo

Male, Puppy
North Liberty, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
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Oreo has not been with us for long. He is a sweetheart and loves to be with you or snuggles in his dog bed. However, unfortunately now we realize that our schedule doesn’t allow us to care for him. He deserves a loving home, we are too busy and cannot care for him at the moment. He is 11 weeks and is up to date on shots, deworming and microchipped.

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Duke

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 9 mos
Riverside, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Special price: let's find Duke a home! Duke is part reindeer! This happy guy likes to bounce along on the leash and has an appealing, active outlook on life. And those ears!! He is learning some manners with his foster family, who describe him as playful and friendly. Duke is crate trained and nearly house trained. He likes to meet new people, and hopefully his new family will meet him soon!! With careful introductions, he has made friends with the other dog in his foster home. He is a happy, energetic guy who loves to learn tricks for treats. Loves to be outside. Neutered and up to date on vaccinations

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Tom

Australian Cattle Dog Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 5 mos
Riverside, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tom Terrific! This little survivor is a rambunctious, friendly chow hound! Tom came to Iowa from a Texas shelter with his litter mates and is now a healthy guy with a gorgeous black brindle coat and sweet little white tips on some of his toes. Tom likes to play with the others, and also to 'announce' that it's time for breakfast! He likes to play, but likes some cuddle time, too. Adopters MUST agree to neuter at the appropriate stage. These puppies received monoclonal antibodies on December 24 for parvovirus that broke shortly after their arrival, but their happy spirits helped them to not only survive but to thrive. Because his is a young puppy, children should be supervised when interacting with happy, loving Tom.

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Mickey

Australian Cattle Dog Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 4 mos
Riverside, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Mickey, Mickey, you're so fine! This absolutely adorable little gentleman is in search of his forever family. Mickey is not only gorgeous with a soft and shiny coat, but he is attentive and loving. We predict that he will be a snap to train because of his consistent interest in being with "his person" and his habit of looking for guidance. He loves to romp and play and is food motivated, but he also seeks out lovin's. Micki and his littermates came to Iowa from an overwhelmed shelter in Texas when they were very small. Mickey's loving spirit helped him to not only survive but to thrive. He is now healthy and, like we said, gorgeous! Adopters must agree to neuter at the appropriate stage.

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JJ

Great Dane Black Mouth Cur

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Riverside, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Special price: Let's find JJ a good home! Helloooo, Handsome!! JJ is an awesome boy! This handsome young cowboy moved to Iowa from an overwhelmed shelter in Texas, and spent some time with a transition foster in between. While there, he learned all sorts of good things about living in a house, being potty trained, and how great it is to have toys and bones. JJ is a big-hearted, big baby! A gentle voice and a loving touch go a long way with this sweet guy. Up to date on vaccines, neutered, and yes, we mentioned that he is potty trained!! The whole package, and young enough that he will make his new family complete for a long time! He will need careful introductions with other pets, though--he needs time to get to know them.

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Sugar

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
South Amana, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Sugar - and her adorable ears and fantastic toothy grin! This sweetie has been with us FAR TOO LONG - she came to us in January 2023 as a local stray and after never being reclaimed, she was spayed, vaccinated and is all up-to-date waiting for her forever home. Sugar also had a health scare and emergency exploratory surgery during her first few weeks with us because she was vomiting after eating and couldn't seem to keep her food down.  The veterinarian found she was battling an infection in her abdomen - but luckily the surgery was a success and Sugar was on the road to recovery and waiting for her forever family!  Over the past year we did place Sugar on a daily medication (Apoquel) for allergies as she does seem to have red, itchy areas on her coat that flare up from time to time, and the medication seems to help keep her more comfortable, as well as being fed a kibble for sensitive skin. Sugar may now be a little spoiled with all the attention from many Safe Haven volunteers over the past two years ..... she is a known favorite, but shhh.....don't tell the other pups! ;)   Sugar would do best in a home as an only pet, as she does not get along well with other dogs nor cats. Once you're able to meet Sugar - you will know, Sugar is the only pet you will need to fill your heart and she is a fantastic cuddlebug! Sugar is a very strong and active girl - always on the go!! She would love an active family with many long walks in her future - a fenced yard would be wonderful for this active girl as well! Strangers do seem to frighten Sugar and she has a pretty big bark at first to alert us that there is a new person there....but as soon as a new volunteer offers her a snack or treat - she is good to go! Interested in meeting or adopting Sugar? Please complete an online adoption application for her which can be found on our website at www.wesavepets.com. Once the application is submitted, a volunteer will be in contact with you shortly.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 26, 2025, 12:02 pm

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Dog shelters and rescues in Iowa City, Iowa

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Iowa City, Iowa. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Baxter's Buddies Rescue

Iowa City, IA 52240

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Iowa City Animal Care & Adoption Center

3910 Napoleon Lane, Iowa City, IA 52240

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Safely Sheltered Animal Rescue

Coralville, IA 52241

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Johnson County Humane Society

PO Box 2775, Iowa City, IA 52244

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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One Dog Rescue

Riverside, IA 52327

Pet Types: dogs

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Safe Haven of Iowa County

2783 Highway 6 Trail, South Amana, IA 52334

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Fur Fun Rescue, Inc

229 Badger Rd., Lisbon, IA 52253

Pet Types: dogs

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Safe Journey Rescue

2275 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Dogs Forever of Iowa

809 Rockford Road SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Pet Types: dogs

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Last Hope Animal Rescue

1825 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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