Thank you for helping us Clear Our Shelter! To give our remaining animals some time to rest, relax and prepare to find their families, we will be closed for adoptions and animal visits through Wednesday, August 21. We will still be open for licensing, stray animals and surrenders during our regular business hours over these...
When you're stopping by to meet your new best friend at Clear the Shelters on August 17, don't forget to pick up pet supplies as well! From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to August 17, stop by our yard sale with gently used beds, leashes, harnesses, toys and more and bake sale with treats and...
On August 17, be an adoption superhero by joining the AWLA, in coordination with NBC4 and Telemundo 44, to Clear the Shelters. In an effort to find more homes for shelter animals across the country, adoption fees will be waived for ALL adoptable animals at the AWLA during this epic, nationwide adoption event. The AWLA...
This week of summer camp has been filled. This year’s camp experience will include lessons on cats, dogs and small animals, as well as the operation of the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter, veterinary care, dog training and more! Campers will make crafts for use at home in addition to projects for the enrichment of shelter...
Our pets are important members of the family. They are devoted companions who give us their unconditional love and acceptance. For a pet caregiver, the loss of a companion animal can be one of life’s most difficult experiences. When we lose a beloved friend, it often helps by sharing our feelings with others who have...
This event has been canceled, but please join us in October for our next Dog Store adoption event!
Join the AWLA and some adorable adoptables at West Elm on Sunday, September 15, for an adoption party! Meet some new furry friends and check out the latest in home goods while enjoying a snack and a lovely Sunday!
What's the BARKing Lot? On September 20, it's going to be the most fun pop-up dog park in all of Alexandria. In coordination with the City of Alexandria's PARKing Day, the AWLA is going to reclaim some barking spaces across from City Hall to host adoptable animals, visit with resident pups and hang out with...
Join the AWLA's Humane Education team at the Beatley Library's Fall Festival to learn more about bringing a small pet into your family. From guinea pigs to rabbits, hamsters, turtles and more, we can answer your questions about bringing a new furry (or finned or feathered or scaled) family member into your home! And check...
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is working with Hunger Free Alexandria to host a food drive here at the shelter for Alexandria Food Day on October 16. Leading up to the 16th, you can drop off your food donations right here at the AWLA during our business hours. Take a look at this list...
