We are a foster-based rescue so our dogs and cats are located in foster homes across Eastern Iowa. We also have some cats and kittens located at the adoption center at PetSmart in SW Cedar Rapids (Westdale Pkwy).

Adoption Process

Our adoption screening process is as follows:

1. Potential adopters should complete the adoption application at https://heroshavenanimalrescue.rescuegroups.org/forms
2. We will do a background check and contact your personal references as well as your vet reference if you currently have or have had pets in your home. When we check with with your vet, we will confirm your current pets are altered and up to date on vaccines.
3. We may do an adoption interview and may request a home visit.
4. If/when approved as an applicant, a meet and greet with your preferred animal will be arranged to ensure it is a good fit for both you and the dog or cat.

Our adoption application can be found here: https://heroshavenanimalrescue.rescuegroups.org/forms