AWLA Blog

September 14, 2023September 24, 2023

Alexandria’s Biggest Festival for Animal Lovers Returns to Oronoco Bay Park Paws in the Park, benefiting the Animal Welfare League...

August 22, 2023August 22, 2023

We’re excited to announce that we were recently awarded a grant from The Grey Muzzle Organization to support senior-aged dogs, like Bunny!...

August 9, 2023August 21, 2023

Adopting a Large-Breed Dog From huskies to shepherds, to hounds to marvelous mystery mixes, animal shelters and rescue groups all...

June 21, 2023June 21, 2023

The young fawn pictured was recently found on a concerned citizen’s front porch. The resident was worried the fawn had...

May 4, 2023July 2, 2023

May is National Pet Month! The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria celebrates pets every day, but this month is extra...

April 25, 2023August 17, 2023

The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria Becomes the First of Its Kind to Earn Autism Certification to Better Accommodate Visitors’...

April 10, 2023April 10, 2023

Adopting a pet can enrich our lives in many ways. They provide companionship, increase opportunities for exercise and socialization, and...

March 16, 2023March 16, 2023

Though it’s hard to tell with the winter chill still in the air, spring has sprung and the first flowers...

January 4, 2023January 4, 2023

His name was Mister Miller, and he had lived in a shelter in Barbour County, W.Va., for at least four...

December 21, 2022December 21, 2022

The joy of giving is one of the best parts of the holiday season, and animal shelters across the country...

December 7, 2022December 13, 2022

With the holidays come parties and visitors and potential dangers for pets. Here are a few holiday pet safety tips...

November 30, 2022November 30, 2022

Today is the last day of Adopt A Senior Pet Month, and we’re happy to share that so far, seniors...