Heartland Humane Society

P.O. Box 1149 Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
Dogs & Cats
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Heartland Humane Society in Ottumwa, IA

Heartland Humane Society is a no-kill animal shelter located in Ottumwa, Iowa, in Wapello County, about 60 miles northeast of Iowa City. It provides temporary shelter and care to homeless and lost dogs and cats, works to educate the public on proper animal care, and promotes spay and neuter programs. Adoptions are handled by appointment or during shelter hours, Tuesday through Saturday afternoons. One other animal shelter or rescue also serves Wapello County alongside Heartland Humane Society.

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Adopting from Heartland Humane Society

Adoption process

Adoption fees vary and interested adopters should contact the shelter by phone for details; adoptions take place at the shelter from 12:00pm to 5:00pm Tuesday through Saturday, or by appointment, and there are separate adoption forms for cats and dogs.

Service area
Ottumwa, Iowa
County
Wapello County
Animals served
Dogs & Cats

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