These are just some of the pets up for adoption. Please visit the shelter to meet all of the animals available.

Pooch Pooch was only 5 months old when this photo was taken in his foster home. He has ALREADY BEEN ADOPTED but is here to let you know that we are looking for dedicated, energetic and patient FOSTER PARENTS to care for underage and underweight puppies and kittens as well as animals recovering from illness, surgery or help with behavioral issues. We need FOSTER PARENTS to provide them with a warm, friendly place to live until they can be considered for adoption. FOSTER PARENTS will care for animals in their own homes on a temporary basis. Parents will feed, socialize, administer medication, groom and train foster animals according to the guidelines set forth by the League. The time commitment may range from a few days to several weeks, from a few hours a day to round-the-clock care, depending upon the age and situation of each fosterling. The League will provide you with the training and supplies that you and your young charges require. You provide the tender loving care and attention these fosterlings crave. Fostering a young animal can be hard work. It can be difficult, frustrating, and sometimes heartbreaking. It is also one of the most rewarding experiences an animal lover can have. Fostering saves lives! If you are interested in becoming a FOSTER PARENT for the League, please contact Diann Hohenthaner, Foster Program Coordinator at 703/838-4774 x216 or dhohenthaner@alexandriaanimals.org.

Pebbles Pebbles is a five-month-old Pit Bull/Shar Pei mix who really enjoys being with people (in fact, most of the time, she thinks she's a lap dog). This sweet girl came to the shelter as a stray, and has melted the hearts of many staff members and volunteers alike. Pebbles loves treats and toys and is extremely easy to get along with. She can be a little shy at times, but we're confident that she'll excel in a home that will give her the love and affection that she so very much deserves. We consider Pebbles to be a “level 1” dog because she would be great with owners of any experience level. We recommend that she live in a home where the children are at least 8 years or older.

Bonnie Bonnie is a real “softy.” This 2-year-old black and tan hound has the absolute sweetest disposition. She’s quiet and unassuming, but completely full of love and also very playful. As long as you’re willing to pet her, she’ll sit by your side, enjoying the interaction. Give Bonnie a hug and she’ll make sure to return the favor by licking your face. We consider Bonnie to be a “level 1” dog, as she would be appropriate for owners of any experience level. We require that she go to a home where the children are at least 8 years of age or older.

Beulah With her nose constantly glued to the ground, Beulah is always sniffing out her next adventure. If you try to hide a treat from her, you probably won’t have much luck! This 2-year-old female bloodhound is outgoing and independent—yet she’s also very content laying her head in your lap for a good rub. We consider Beulah to be a “level 2” dog and recommend that her owners have previous dog experience, particularly hound experience. It is required that she go to a home where the children are 8 years of age or older. We believe that Beulah will do well with dedicated owners who are willing to put in some extra time to train her and teach her proper manners.

Simone If Simone had a motto, it’d probably be “all you need is love.” This huggable, happy 1-year-old Border Collie mix absolutely loves people and she’s extremely friendly and trusting. In fact, when she's out in the play yard, she’ll focus all of her attention on whomever she’s with. Simone enthusiastically comes when she’s called and sometimes, she’ll even show off her dance moves! We consider her to be a “level 2” dog and recommend that her owners have previous dog experience. It is required that Simone go to a home where the children are 8 years of age or older.

Coco Coco is a complex, but adorable little guy. He’s a 7-year-old Chihuahua who was returned to the shelter because he was having trouble with housebreaking. Coco enjoys being carried around and lounging in laps, but he can also be worried at times. It takes him a little time to warm up to people, but once he does, he’ll show his affectionate, softer side. He’s very tolerant of other dogs in his space and would probably be good with cats. Coco is a “level 3” dog and will need owners who have previous dog experience and are willing to work with training. We require that he go to a home where the children are at least 13 years old or older.

Bart Bart is definitely a country boy! He loves the great outdoors and exploring what nature has to offer. This 2-year-old Blue Tick Coonhound mix came to us from a rural rescue group and is taking some time adjusting to life in the city, with all the crazy sounds, lights, doorways, etc. However, he has already made big strides. He has a very social and trusting personality, which has helped him begin to get used to his new surroundings. Bart is a “level 2” dog and we recommend that his new family have experience with dogs and the patience to help Bart build confidence. We require that he go to a home with children 8 years of age or older.

Abbie This sweet girl is about as mellow as they come. Abbie is an 8-year-old Beagle and was surrendered by her previous owner because they could no longer afford to keep her. She is a very even-keeled, tolerant dog and she seems to really enjoy attention from people and the company of her fellow canines. Abbie is a “level 1” dog and is appropriate for owners of any experience level. We require that she go to a home where the children are at least 8 years of age or older.