Marion County Humane Society

Furry Friends Refuge in West Des Moines, IA has been a dedicated and vital resource for animal welfare in the city for over a decade, providing essential services and support for animals in need. Despite receiving minimal funding from the city, Furry Friends has invested millions of dollars in building shelters, offering low-cost veterinary services, training, and emergency care for strays. However, the city council is now planning to establish its own shelter, jeopardizing the important programming and services provided by Furry Friends. This decision has raised concerns among citizens, as the city's previous shelter had a low survival rate for cats, and the proposed alternative facility, AHeinz 57, is located 20 miles away and does not prioritize owner-surrendered pets from West Des Moines. With other area shelters already at full capacity, there is a genuine worry that animals will have nowhere to go under the city's new plan. Furry Friends Refuge urges animal lovers in West Des Moines to voice their concerns at the upcoming city council meeting and support their ongoing efforts to protect and care for animals in need.Generated from the website