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Dogs Forever of Iowa (DBA DOGS FOREVER)

David Adams

June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

Dogs Forever of Iowa (DBA DOGS FOREVER)

#72 in United States, #1 in Iowa

809 Rockford Rd SWCedar Rapids, IA 52404

https://dogsforever.org

info@dogsforever.org

Service areas:

Linn County (Cedar Rapids, Marion, Hiawatha, and surrounding)

Dogs Forever is dedicated to rescuing homeless, abused, and neglected dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages with a special emphasis on those deemed ‚hard-to-place. As an Adoption Guarantee shelter, all dogs will stay in our care until we have found their forever homes.

Mission and Vision

Dogs Forever of Iowa is committed to saving the lives of homeless dogs and developing programs that strengthen the bond between dogs and people.

Adoption Policy

As an Adoption Guarantee shelter, we are committed to finding a loving forever home for all healthy and treatable dogs in our care. We strive to find the best match for all our dogs (and their adopters) no matter how long it might take.

https://dogsforever.org/adopting-from-dogs-forever/adoptable-dogs/

Testimonials

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"My son and I were involved in the rescue (containment) of a stray dog. Many of us involved were reaching out to contacts at shelters we knew without hearing back. Another rescued took the dog to vet to check for chip and when he didn't have one, she took a chance to drive by Dogs Forever to see if anyone was there and could help out. They took him in without a second thought. My family is very invested in this dog so have been visiting regularly with hopes of foster to adopt. He is happy,, healthy and well cared for. One of the volunteers,Doug has worked with him on basic skills and manners. Volunteers have been so kind to my family and facilitate visits. They also were very thoughtful and playful with a meet and greet with our current dogs (clear idea with 1 dog added at a time, initially all on leash, then our dog off and rescue dog on, then both dogs off, add in our second dog). It felt very safe and controlled. We have applied for foster to adopt, and are confident that if he comes home with us or not, they will find a great home for him!"

— amanda e.

Adoptee, Supporter

"I have been a volunteer here for a little over a year. I am so impressed with the level of care and concern this organization puts to making sure each dog is carefully tended to - getting the right medical attention and treatment and making sure the adoption process is thorough and that the final pick ends up as the forever home and family. I feel proud of the work done here and getting to be part of all of it. It's a lot easier than I expected it would be to help with the care of the dogs. Of course I love every single one but I am so glad to get to be a small part of making sure they find their forever family. Getting to see the process and the happy endings makes the work worthwhile."

— sara l.

Volunteer / foster

"Dogs Forever helps so many animals, not just locally but by collaborating with other rescues in the US. They are an important part of our community."

— angela b.

Supporter, Fan

"I have been apart of Dogs Forever since 2013. We foster failed in 2015. Also in 2015 I became shelter manager after the current manager wanted to shut it down. We have come along way since then. We were only doing maybe 20 adoptions a year to over 100. We also only had 20 volunteers to close to 100 now. I am so proud of the work we do and proud that we are 100% volunteer run and we also are run on fundraising and donations. We have a great Board that meets once a month to keep us updated on every aspect of the running of the shelter. Our foster committee and fundraising committee also meet once a month. We also have an adoption committee. Our goal is to find the best fit for the dogs that come into our care. We also make sure our dogs are up to date on shots and spay or neutered. We also try to stay in contact with our adopters. We have an alumni. Facebook group that they can share pictures and updates. I know I’m a little biased, but I love Dogsforever. I love the volunteers. I love the dogs and I can’t imagine my life without them.."

— joyce t.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Staff member, Supporter, Fan

"We loved working with Dogs Forever to adopt our dog, Griffin. They go above and beyond in absolutely every area to ensure their dogs get the very best care and go to loving families!"

— liz r.

Adoptee

"Dogs Forever is amazing! We have adopted two rescues from them and when our first dog became very ill months later (cancer), they did not hesitate to step back in our support us withh medical costs and emotional support. 💙 They are incredibly responsive and strong advocates for their dogs. I would 100% always recommend anyone looking to connect with DF."

— jodie s.

Adoptee

"Dogs Forever is a non profit operating in 100% volunteer and donation format. My husband and I both volunteered and eventually found our Zeus who came home to 2 sister pups. The volunteers and the pups truely rescue the people who come into their lives."

— carol s.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

"Dogs Forever is truly a special place! A great group of dedicated volunteers who are passionate about Dog rescue go over and above the call of duty to help as many dogs as possible find their perfect home. All Dogs Forever dogs receive exceptional care and lots of love while waiting for the right adopter to take them home, no matter how long it takes. It's so rewarding to be a part of this worthy cause!"

— kathy f.

Volunteer / foster

"Dogs Forever is a hard working group that dedicates themselves to many needy dogs. They work tirelessly to provide the best care and support for the dogs. They are always up for a rescue. Those in their care are loved and spoiled. They deserve recognition!"

— susan r.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter

"I'm a big fan of dogs forever because they offer both shelter and foster home rescue. They have regular viewings of all of their adoptable dogs so people know when they can visit and meet the dogs they are interested in. And the dogs don't have to stay in a stressful kennel environment. They have a lot of fundraisers and are local. I appreciate all the energy and efforts they put in to save dogs."

— lori p.

Supporter, Fan

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David Adams

June 25, 2024

Dog Rescues & Shelters

David Adams

About the author

David Adams is a man of many passions, but his love for dogs stands above all. He is not only a dog lover, but also the founder of an innovative platform called Sniffspot. This unique platform connects dog owners with private property owners who are willing to rent out their space for off-leash playtime. While the idea of Sniffspot was initially conceived by his wife, Rebecca, David has been the driving force behind its remarkable success, tirelessly overseeing its growth and development. David's dedication to providing safe and enjoyable spaces for dogs to play, explore, and socialize is evident in his unwavering commitment to Sniffspot. He strongly believes that dogs need ample space and opportunities to stretch their legs and have fun. As a result, he has worked tirelessly to build a network of private property owners across the country who share his vision and are willing to offer their space for the benefit of dogs and their owners. Despite his busy schedule, David always finds time to indulge in his passion for the great outdoors. He loves nothing more than exploring new hiking trails and embarking on thrilling outdoor adventures. Whenever he is not working on Sniffspot, he can often be found hiking or visiting multi-acre fenced sniffspots with his two beloved dogs, Soba and Toshii. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys the fresh air, breathtaking scenery, and the sense of freedom that comes with being in nature. David is based in Salem, MA.

All testimonials

— amanda e.

Adoptee, Supporter

— sara l.

Volunteer / foster

"Dogs Forever helps so many animals, not just locally but by collaborating with other rescues in the US. They are an important part of our community."

— angela b.

Supporter, Fan

— joyce t.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Staff member, Supporter, Fan

"We loved working with Dogs Forever to adopt our dog, Griffin. They go above and beyond in absolutely every area to ensure their dogs get the very best care and go to loving families!"

— liz r.

Adoptee

— jodie s.

Adoptee

— carol s.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster

— kathy f.

Volunteer / foster

— susan r.

Adoptee, Volunteer / foster, Supporter

— lori p.

Supporter, Fan

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