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A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

Animal rescue in Marion, IA
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Email info@aplanimalrescue.org
Phone (319) 382-5370
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Marion, IA 52302
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Adoptable pets at A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

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

Dalmatian/German Shepherd Dog

Female, 1 yr
Marion, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Zoey's adoption status with email updates.
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Zoey

Boxer/American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 6 yrs 7 mos
Marion, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Tango's adoption status with email updates.
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Tango

Poodle (Standard)/Golden Retriever

Male, 7 yrs 1 mo
Marion, IA
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Rescue FAQs

Marion, Cedar Rapids & Surrounding Areas

Linn, Benton, Jones, Johnson Counties & Surrounding Areas

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Approve Application
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Application
Conversation
Home owner/HOA/Landlord verification
Background Check
Vet Reference
Personal References
Home visit
Meet and Greet(s)

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https://www.aplanimalrescue.org/adopt

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Pets at shelters & rescues near A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

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23354 Dark Hollow Rd.,
Maquoketa, IA 52060

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs
Cedar Rapids, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Hoagie's adoption status with email updates.
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Hoagie

American Bulldog

Male, Adult
Cedar Rapids, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Bongo's adoption status with email updates.
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Bongo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Cedar Rapids, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Judge's adoption status with email updates.
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Judge

Labrador Retriever/Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Boxer/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 6 yrs 10 mos
Monticello, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Peanut butter's adoption status with email updates.
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Peanut butter

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
Maquoketa, IA

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