West Des Moines Animal Shelter

P.O. Box 65320 West Des Moines, Iowa 50265
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West Des Moines Animal Shelter in West Des Moines, IA

West Des Moines Animal Shelter is located in West Des Moines, Iowa, within Polk County, about 5 miles east of Des Moines. It operates alongside 12 other animal shelters and rescues throughout Polk County, all part of a broader network serving the area. Shelters and rescues of this kind generally share a commitment to animal welfare, working to care for animals in need and connect them with new homes. Together with these other organizations, West Des Moines Animal Shelter contributes to the animal welfare efforts taking place across the Polk County community.

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