The Pet Project is an all-volunteer-run, non-profit organization dedicated to keeping pets with the people who love them through proactive programming. We provide pet food and supplies to Des Moines area residents who are struggling to meet the needs of their pets. We also support a state-wide network helping to reunite lost and found pets in Iowa.
The Pet Project is an all-volunteer-run, non-profit organization dedicated to keeping pets with the people who love them through proactive programming. We provide pet food and supplies to Des Moines area residents who are struggling to meet the needs of their pets. We also support a state-wide network helping to reunite lost and found pets in Iowa.
Services:
- Financial Assistance for Pet Food and Pet Supplies.
- Lost and Found Pet State-Wide Network.
Eligibility:
Pet Owner Rules
- You must live in the Greater Des Moines Metro area.
- You must have owned the pet(s) you listed on the original application for at least six (6) months.
- Your household must follow the Des Moines limits for number of pets, which is currently a maximum of six (6) pets.
- If staff finds evidence of abuse or deception such as lying about pets or selling or trading food, you will be immediately and permanently removed from the program.
Pet Requirements
- Pet age must be eight (8) months or older.
- Pet must be spayed/neutered by the second month of participation in the Pet Pantry program. You must provide proof of this from your veterinarian.
Intake Process:
For immediate support, please fill out an application in person at the office – 4944 Franklin Ave., Suite N. Des Moines, IA 50310.
Online applications are accepted as well but may experience a delay due to processing – Pet Pantry Application – The Pet Project Midwest.
Hours:
Open Saturday from 9am – 2pm. May be closed on holiday weekends.
Mailing Address:
4944 Franklin Ave Suite N
Des Moines, IA 50310
Handicap Accessible: No
Appointment Needed: No
Website: Visit Website
Program: Pet Pantry
The Pet Project is an all-volunteer-run, non-profit organization dedicated to keeping pets with the people who love them through proactive programming. We provide pet food and supplies to Des Moines area residents who are struggling to meet the needs of their pets.
Services:
- Financial Assistance for Pet Food and Pet Supplies.
Eligibility:
Pet Owner Rules
- You must live in the Greater Des Moines Metro area.
- You must have owned the pet(s) you listed on the original application for at least six (6) months.
- Your household must follow the Des Moines limits for number of pets, which is currently a maximum of six (6) pets.
- If staff finds evidence of abuse or deception such as lying about pets or selling or trading food, you will be immediately and permanently removed from the program.
Pet Requirements
- Pet age must be eight (8) months or older.
- Pet must be spayed/neutered by the second month of participation in the Pet Pantry program. You must provide proof of this from your veterinarian.
Intake Process:
For immediate support, please fill out an application in person at the office – 4944 Franklin Ave., Suite N. Des Moines, IA 50310.
Online applications are accepted as well but may experience a delay due to processing – Pet Pantry Application – The Pet Project Midwest.
Hours:
Open Saturday from 9am – 2pm. May be closed on holiday weekends.
Handicap Accessible: No
Appointment Needed: No
Website: Visit Website