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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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Website
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 Angus's adoption status with email updates.
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Angus

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs
Colfax, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Dakota's adoption status with email updates.
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Dakota

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 9 mos
Colfax, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Mario's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Mario

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Colfax, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Drue's adoption status with email updates.
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Drue

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
Colfax, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Luigi's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Luigi

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 6 mos
Colfax, IA
We'll also keep you updated on KiKi's adoption status with email updates.
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KiKi

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Colfax, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Evie's adoption status with email updates.
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Evie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 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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Pets at shelters & rescues near Happy Tales Ranch and Rescue

Charming Pet Rescue - IA Transport Stop

Des Moines, IA 50309

South Hamilton Animal Alliance and Jewell Animal Hospital

548 Main Street, PO Box 354,
Jewell, IA 50130

Russell Rescue, Inc. - Iowa Area

Des Moines, IA 50301

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

Domestic Mediumhair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 9 mos
Marshalltown, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Bugs (Bonded to Buster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Bugs (Bonded to Buster)

Chinchilla, American

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

Great Pyrenees/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

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

American Staffordshire Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 6 yrs 2 mos
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Pepsi JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Pepsi JuM

Rottweiler

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Clive, IA
We'll also keep you updated on Babe JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Babe JuM

American Pit Bull Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Female, 8 mos
Clive, IA

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