Animal Sanctuary No Kill Raccoon Valley
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    NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
     
     
    EVENTS, MOBILE ADOPTIONS AND MORE...
     
    PET FOODS RECALLED IN 2012
     
    FUNDING COMING IN, BUT STILL NEED MORE!
     
    GLOBAL ADOPTATHON DURING MAY
     
    LOCAL AUTHORS HOLD BENEFIT FOR RVAS
     
      PET ADOPTION!     MAN ATTEMPTS WORLD RECORD   GLOBAL ADOPTATHON during MAY!   ANIMAL CRUELTY PREVENTION - I HAVE A DREAM project - DREAMERS DO  
     
    Looking for a companion? Or just something to do? Either way, we have something coming... by clicking here.
     
    Once again, pet foods are being recalled. It is a good idea to check the following website before replenishing your stock.
     
    Sandie's story is a one from tragedy to triumph. Read how RVAS took a chance with Sandie...and where she is today!
     

    Every weekend during the month of MAY, shelters & rescues will be showcasing their adoptables at a GLOBAL event. Click here for more info

     
    Local authors Mary Lee Salisbury Woods & Anita Carter launch their second book with a book signing and benefit for RVAS. Learn more here...
     

     
    ALL ABOUT ANIMALS...
     
     
    THE LARGEST BEAR RESCUE IN U.S. HISTORY...
     
    CHECK OUT OTHER ADOPTION OPTIONS!
     
    FEATURED ORGANIZATION OF THE WEEK

     
    HOW TO HELP FERAL CATS!
     
    BREEDER VS. PUPPY MILL
     
      The Wildlife Animal Sanctuary in Colorado   Animal Adoptions   Partnering for Success!   Animal Planet - Puppy Mill Investigation   Breeder vs. Puppy Mill  
     
    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.).

     
    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.

     
    C & W RUSTIC HOLLOW is Iowa's only FIV feline sanctuary dedicated to giving kitties with the virus a second chance to live a normal life. Learn more about their work here...

     
    Alley Cat Allies is all about humane solutions for feral cats. Read how their national campaign is providing alternative humane solutions for feral cats!
     
    What's the difference? Learn about the different "types" of breeders before purchasing your pet.
     

     
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    CESAR'S DOG BEHAVIOR CORNER

     
    CESAR'S TIPS
     
    SESSIONS WITH CESAR ONLINE COACHING COURSE
     

    CESAR'S WAY MAGAZINE

     
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      Cesar Millan - Tours   Cesar Millan Tips   Sessions With Cesar   Cesar Millan Magazine   Cesar Millan - Books & DVD's  
     
    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.
     
    Dogs are simple. We make it hard by not understanding their language. Learn some tips from Cesar himself by clicking here...

     
    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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    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...
     

    Read some of our other favorite articles here...
    ESTATE KITTIES: 22 cats under the age of 2 years were rescued by RVAS volunteers from an estate after their owner passed away. Learn whose life was saved and where they are now.
    2011: A Year in Review. Read some highlights from last year and join us this year as we continue to not only save lives, but to pave the way for a better world for animal companions!
    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 and follow their adventures in their new home.
    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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