The 2020 Animal Welfare League of Alexandria’s photo calendar is now out, and the adorable face of a cattle dog...
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The Animals Helped Thanks to You
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is proud to operate the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter, a shelter named after a...
Anchors Aweigh: Sailing Senior Proves All Cats Don’t Hate Water
What kind of future does a 14-year-old cat who has been returned to the shelter by his adopters have? Just...
‘Cuddle Time’ Can Mean Cozying Up with a Rabbit or Lizard
Non-Traditional Pets Find Their Way Into Hearts of Adopters “Spaghetti Blueberry” the bearded dragon likes to ride on owner Teagan Robinson’s shoulder...
Polite Pups and Proud Volunteers
“Yes! Good job! That’s it!” It’s not always the animals who get to enjoy a training class at the AWLA....
A Message from Alexandria’s 2019 Animal of the Year: Crandon
Is your pet vying to be Alexandria’s Animal Idol? Before our 2020 photo calendar contest kicks off THIS SATURDAY at...
Some Shelter Pets Clock In As ‘Office Animals’ on Road to Adoption
Walking through the halls of the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA), a visitor might notice something a bit unexpected:...
Fun Dogs for a Fun Day!
Festive pups, St. Paddy’s Day Spirit, galactic Chihuahuas and more! On March 2, the AWLA’s annual Fun Dog Show was...
Sabra Shares About FeLV
From time to time, you’ll see special notations on the enclosures of cats at the AWLA. Special diet Please...
“Tails” That End With a Smile
What is happier than a puppy with a stick? Stories from our adopters! We love to hear from all of...