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Bark to School at AWLA, August 14-17, adoptions fees waived for dogs 40+ lbs.

BARK to School Dog Adoption Event

Animal Welfare League of Alexandria 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

Heading back to school is even more fun with a buddy! Starting this Thursday, August 14, we are hosting a FEE-WAIVED adoption event for all dogs 40+ pounds (and those just under) through Sunday, August 17. Who: All dogs 40+ pounds (and those just under) What: Bark to School Adoption Event When: Thursday, August 14 – Sunday, August 17 Where: ...

Happy National Dog Day, August 26th, adoption fees waived for dogs 6 months and older (pictured: Della)

National Dog Day: Waived Adoption Fees

Animal Welfare League of Alexandria 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

In honor of National Dog Day, we're waiving adoption fees for dogs 6 months and older on Tuesday, August 26. Adoption hours are from noon until 7 p.m. Find all of our adoptable dogs here.

Dogtoberfest Market and Celebration, October 5, 2025 from 11am to 4pm

Dogtoberfest

Port City Brewing Company 3950 Wheeler Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

It’s going to be a pawsome day at Port City Brewing! Join us for their annual Dogtoberfest celebration on Sunday, October 5 from 11 a.m. –4 p.m. — a tail-wagging good time for pups and their people! Port City is transforming their outdoor space into a dog-friendly fall festival, complete with local pet-themed vendors, animal organizations, a dog agility course ...

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4101 Eisenhower Ave,
Alexandria, VA 22304

Call Us: 703-746-4774
info@alexandriaanimals.org

Animal Control & Emergencies:
703-746-4444 (available 24/7)

Hours of Operation

Monday: 9am - 7pm
Tuesday: 9am - 7pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9am - 7pm
Friday: 9am - 7pm
Saturday: 11am - 5pm
Sunday: 11am - 5pm

Adoption Hours

Monday: Noon - 7pm
Tuesday: Noon - 7pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Noon - 7pm
Friday: Noon - 7pm
Saturday: Noon - 5pm
Sunday: Noon - 5pm

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