Dog of the Week: Cletus

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Cletus is heartworm positive and will begin treatment soon. This handsome guy is Cletus who flew in all the way from the Lone Star State. His history is unknown but based on his previous condition it’s possible he was used as a hog dog. Hog dogs are quite common in Texas. Picture Old Yeller grouping the hogs together for his …

Cat of the Week: March

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Hi, my name is March. I get along with everyone. I like other cats, dogs, and all people including kids. I am very social and loving. I would enjoy living in a home where there are other pets and I will get lots of attention from the humans. I am already spayed, vaccinated, and micro chipped. For more information about March …

Dog of the Week: Tony

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My name is Tony and I’m a Mastiff mix. I am a very playful puppy. I love playing with toys and other dogs. I could run around in the backyard forever! I may be too much for small dogs and cats since I like to jump and play so much. My foster family doesn’t have cats though and my foster …

August Volunteer of the Month

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Cathy Buenzow is our volunteer of the month for August! Cathy has been volunteering for Last Hope since January when we acquired the Adoption Center. Since then she has been busy! She worked very hard to get the Center ready for animals: Painting, repairing walls and floors, and putting fence up in the yard. Her husband even fixed the furnace …

Cat of the Week: Hope

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Hope is a sweet, sassy little girl! She loves to play with the other animals in the house and is a big fan of her toys as well. When she’s ready to take a break she will curl up and purr in your lap until she falls asleep. Hope was found in the middle of the road and rushed to …

Roscoe’s Happy Tail

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Gina and her family, Tim, Mackenzie, and Nolan (and their cat, Pete!) adopted Roscoe in May and they couldn’t be happier with their new little pup! Roscoe (formerly Baby Baxter) came from Arkansas and Gina knew as soon as she saw the pictures that she was interested in the the yellow Lab. They went to see Roscoe on May 4th …

Dog of the Week: Piper

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Hi! My name is Piper! I’m sure you glanced at my photos & noticed how adorable I am!  I just love people and all the attention I can get! I love to follow my foster mom around the house. I love to play but when you settle in on the couch you should probably make room for me too! I’m working …

Barks and Brew 2015!

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If you love parties, dogs, live music and summer fun, listen up!  Last Hope Animal Rescue is throwing THE party of the summer at our 2nd annual Barks & Brew.  Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 29th from noon to 6:00 p.m. at NewBo Alehouse in Cedar Rapids, IA. As always, this event is family friendly and dog friendly so bring your …

Cats of the Week

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We have a whole group of adorable kittens (with equally adorable names!) that we’re featuring this week: Bentley   This handsome gray kitten is Bentley.  He is the most wonderful kitten you will ever meet.  He is fearless and outgoing, funny and lovable, the complete package when it comes to personality.  He loves to run and climb and play with …

Meet Our Adoption Center Lead Volunteers!

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Dana has been volunteering with Last Hope since March. She works as a lead volunteer which involves cleaning the dog kennels, playing with the dogs, providing food and clean water, training new volunteers, and even laundry and dishes, too! She also helps with micro chipping events on Saturdays and is foster mom to a male adult cat and a momma …