RVAS partners with or has been nationally recognized by the following organizations: |
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CLICK ABOVE TO READ OUR 2011 IN REVIEW LETTER! |
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RVAS Director, Linda R. Blakely was named one of 25 Pet People for 2011 |
Internet Sensations Skipper & Tipper |
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K.C. finds a forever home! |
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Coco Chanel was just one of 22 cats living in a garage saved by RVAS! |
Sandie rescued after 10 years of living life inside a garage |
Animal Relief Coalition is formed to help Missouri Flood Victims |
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NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS |
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WHO NEEDS A HOME?
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ESTATE KITTENS ALL CAPTURED, VETTED & TRANSPORTED! |
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DOG SHOT IN FACE, KEPT IN GARAGE FOR 10 YEARS!
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LAST CHANCE TO VISIT WITH SANTA |
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"BAG KITTENS" BECOME INTERNET SENSATION |
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Mobile adoptions are the lifeline of making that perfect match! See who is available and when and where you can meet them by clicking here. |
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What happens to 20+ kittens ranging from 4 months - 11 months when left behind after their owner passes away? Read here to find out!. |
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Sandie's story is a one from tragedy to triumph. Read how RVAS took a chance with Sandie...and where she is today! |
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Santa will be at PETCO, 7333 Buffalo Road on December 24 from 11 - 2. Stop by and see him. Bring your camera! |
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Their story went viral but their final home will still be selected through our normal adoption process.
You can read their story here...
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ALL ABOUT ANIMALS... |
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THE LARGEST BEAR RESCUE IN U.S. HISTORY... |
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CHECK OUT OTHER ADOPTION OPTIONS! |
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FEATURED ORGANIZATION OF THE WEEK
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HOW TO HELP FERAL CATS! |
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BREEDER VS. PUPPY MILL |
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Read this heartfelt story about how The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado saved Bears and set them free to touch grass for the first time in their lives (To read Ben's story click here.).
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Don't see that purr-fect companion on our website? RVAS networks with quality rescues and shelters to help you find the right match for life Learn more. |
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A.D.O.P.T. or Animals Deserving of Proper Treatment is our featured shelter for taking several of the ESTATE Kittens! Learn more about the work they do to save lives! |
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Alley Cat Allies is all about humane solutions for feral cats. Read how their national campaign is providing alternative humane solutions for feral cats! |
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What's the difference? Learn about the different "types" of breeders before purchasing your pet. |
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CESAR'S CORNER |
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CESAR'S DOG BEHAVIOR CORNER |
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CESAR'S TIPS |
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SESSIONS WITH CESAR ONLINE COACHING COURSE |
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GET CESAR'S PRODUCTS HERE |
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Cesar Millan has worked with some of the most difficult dogs around. Read some of the ways he has helped dogs that would otherwise be euthanized for their behavior issues. |
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Dogs are simple. We make it hard by not understanding their language. Learn some tips from Cesar himself by clicking here...
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Cesar Millan, known as The Dog Whisperer is helping pet owners have a balanced dog right in your own home! Learn more >>>
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Have Cesar's tips come directly to your home everyday by subscribing to Cesar's Way! Subscribe Today!
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From his books to his Mastering Leadership DVD Series, to the Illusion Collar, you can get all the help you need at one place. Visit Cesar's Shop here... |
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| Read some of our other favorite stories here... |
| Skipper & Tipper, the BAG Kittens survived a henous act of cruelty. At a mere 3 weeks of age they were stuffed in a food bag, and thrown out onto the road. Only two survived, but thanks to a family dog and her owner, we were able to give them a second chance. Read their story here... |
| Molly, a victim of abuse, found herself rescued with an embedded collar so deep it had to be surgically removed. Read her story here... |
| BeBe, a 3 year old chocolate lab. Tragically hit by a car, her owners found themselves strapped to care for her needs. Not wanting to surrender her, but seeing no other option, they turned to RVAS for help. Read how a small group of people saved not only a dog's life, but an entire family! |
| Ziggy (a 6 week old kitten with a broken leg): On Friday, September 25, 2009 Little Webster, a 6 week old kitten plummeted to the ground, breaking his leg. Unable to afford the cost of surgery, the owner turned to two local shelters, both who turned him away. Learn how RVAS stepped forward and not only saved his life, but partnered with Iowa Veterinarian Specialties to give him the needed surgery to live a normal healthy life. |
| Dakota (injured in a shelter set for euthanasia): The Tragedies of Traditional Shelters - A group of university students stepped up to save a puppy's life after it was ordered euthanized by the very shelter it was injured by. |
| Ben, the Black Bear (freed from captivity after 5 years): After five years of captivity, Ben was finally freed. He now lives at a wildlife sanctuary in Colorado. Read his story here... |
| Skidboot: One dog, one man...forever bonded. Read this heartwarming story of how an average dog became a national hero. |
| Des Moines Dog Show 2009: View photos from this year's event. RVAS partnered with Petco Stores. |
| Ben, the Bear was was finally rescued from a 1,000 sf pen in Linden, Iowa after 3 years. He now resides at The Wild Animal Sanctuary, among friends, where he can live as natural as a bear in captive can live. |
| Pet Food Recall - Keep informed of whether the food you feed your pets is safe. |
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