While walking around- I saw a lot of happy dogs- until I came to one cage – which look empty, but there he was- sleeping in his bed. He is a Chhuahua – seem afraid and withdrawn from his surrounding. Base from the staff- Sebastian was abandoned and was brought in to the shelter. I felt that – this little …
Whisker Wonderland
Adopt one of our “Shelter Snowflakes” this month and their adoption fee will be waived! Look for a snowflake on the animal’s kennels or website to see if they are on of our “Shelter Snowflakes”. December 1st through December 31st. * Normal adoption fees apply for all other animals. Thank you and Happy Holidays!
Luna’s Jump
Luna is a one-year-old spayed female indoor cat who jumped out of a first floor balcony two days before Thanksgiving and severely fractured her leg. The fracture was so severe that amputation was the best treatment. Luna went to Paws, Purrs, and Exotics for the amputation of her fractured leg. Even though Luna didn’t land on all four paws when she jumped, she healed …
Gracie, Zara and Officer Escobar
The Story of Gracie, Zara and Officer Escobar Zara, a Belgian Malinois, was surrendered to the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria in the Fall of 2013. We soon realized that Zara was not your ordinary family dog – she had intense drive. Her extremely high energy and intensity would make her very difficult to successfully place into a home. We …
Midnight
I first laid my eyes on this cute little girl on your Facebook page. I thought that she will not stay long at the shelter. Next day rolled around, I check your web page as I always do – there she was- still waiting for adoption. I was at work- I called my boss and request a personal time break. …
Santa Photos on Dec 5, 6 and 7th
Have you secured your dog(s)’/cat(s)’ or other animal(s)’ spot on Santa’s lap for a beautiful holiday photo? On December 5, 6 and 7, Olde Towne School For Dogs will hold its 22nd annual “Santa Photos” – a fundraiser for AWLA at their store at 529 Oronoco Street. Call 703.836.7643 to schedule an appointment. All proceeds benefit the AWLA. See the …
Art Show ‘Rescue Me’
Oct. 27th, 2014 – January 25th, 2015 Reception: Friday November 14th from 7-9pm Del Ray Artisans and the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria are teaming up to present an animal-themed art exhibit and fundraiser on the walls of the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter in Alexandria (4101 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria VA 22304)- “Rescue Me”. Dogs, cats and other domesticated animals that share their …
Mable’s Journey
A few months ago, several dogs were transferred to the AWLA by the Humane Society of the United States. The dogs had been rescued from hoarding case in rural Mississippi, and had spent most, if not all, of their lives living outdoors. Mable was one of the dogs we received as a part this rescue. When she first arrived at the …
Howl-O-Ween, a Fundraiser for AWLA
Vinnie, AWLA alumnus and local “celebripup”, is getting ready for Howl-O-Ween on October 30th! This is the annual Doggie Costume Contest hosted by Hotel Monaco Alexandria – A Kimpton Hotel and Jackson 20 to benefit the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Vinnie is excited to be one of the judges of the contests this year. Register to enter the contest …
Harvey Heals with Lots of Help
In April, our Animal Resources Officers responded to a call of an injured puppy. The puppy had been brought to a local veterinary clinic with a severe injury down the side of his right hind leg – exposed flesh down to the bone and over his… abdomen. The little pup was in severe pain and was shaking, whimpering and unable …