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Iowa Big and Small Tortoise Rescue and Sanctuary

Animal shelter in Ames, IA
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Email team@bigandsmalltortoise.org
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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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Hermes

Tortoise

Male, Adult
Ames, IA
Adopted
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Gir

Tortoise

Male, Adult
Ames, IA
Adopted
Bonded Pair
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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

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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/

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