Our annual calendar pet photo contest is one of our biggest and most popular fundraisers of the year — and...
AWLA Blog
We are not currently looking for guest contributions, but thank you for your interest in our blog.
Support the AWLA for Spring2ACTion
Alexandria’s city-wide day of giving – Spring2ACTion – is Wednesday, April 24. Please support your city’s animal shelter and premier...
Now Enrolling for Alexandria Animal Academy
Cost-Effective Canine Behavior and Training for the Community: Enrolling Now! We are now enrolling for the May cohort of our...
Kitten Season is Here!
What is Kitten Season? Kitten Season is the time of year when, as weather gets warmer, animal welfare providers see...
2023 By the Numbers
In 2023, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria cared for thousands of animals in our community and in our shelter....
Urgent Need for Dog Adopters & Fosters
We’re reaching out to our animal-loving community for a little help. We currently have a higher-than-normal number of in-shelter dogs...
It’s Hip to Snip! Spay and Neuter Promotes Animal and Community Wellbeing
For many creatures, spring signals the breeding season. While this is certainly true for wildlife, it can also be true...
Holiday Community Heroes
We want to thank the many community businesses and organizations who have chosen to support Alexandria’s animals this holiday season....
Plan to Adopt this Holiday Season? Be Prepared as a New Adopter
Pet adoption during the holidays can be a heartwarming experience that not only transforms the life of an animal in...
Thanksgiving Pet Safety Reminders
Things to Remember for the Holiday Thanksgiving is a fun holiday, bringing together family and friends you may not see...
Introducing Alexandria Animal Academy
Cost-Effective Canine Behavior and Training for the Community We are thrilled to announce the creation of Alexandria Animal Academy –...
Paws in the Park, Alexandria’s Biggest Pet Festival, Set for October 15
Alexandria’s Biggest Festival for Animal Lovers Returns to Oronoco Bay Park Paws in the Park, benefiting the Animal Welfare League...