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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
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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 Aang's adoption status with email updates.
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Aang

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Stewart (Bonded with Jupiter & Pickles)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Stewart (Bonded with Jupiter & Pickles)

Rat

Male, 10 mos
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Pickles (Bonded with Jupiter & Stewart)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Pickles (Bonded with Jupiter & Stewart)

Rat

Male, 8 mos
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Puddles's adoption status with email updates.
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Puddles

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, < 1 month
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Clove's adoption status with email updates.
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Clove

Domestic Shorthair

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

American Bulldog/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 6 yrs 10 mos
West Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Kiki's adoption status with email updates.
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Kiki

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr
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.

http://www.furryfriendsrefuge.org/Home_Page.html

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Boone, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Emmet's adoption status with email updates.
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Emmet

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Jefferson, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Odie's adoption status with email updates.
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Odie

Chihuahua/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Senior
Des Moines, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Runner's adoption status with email updates.
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Runner

Domestic Shorthair

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

Labrador Retriever/Border Collie

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Gusher JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Gusher JuM

Labrador Retriever/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs 1 mo
Clive, IA

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