CANCELED: Pet Loss Grief Support Group
2020-08-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2020-09-02 19:00 - 20:00, 2020-11-04 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
In light of the current health climate, this month’s event will be canceled . If you have any questions, please email Kathy Reiter.

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 also experienced a similar loss.
For more than 25 years, Kathy Reiter has helped pet owners cope with their loss through the Pet Loss Support Group meetings at the shelter.
Kathy is recognized as the area’s leading authority on pet loss. By training, Kathy is a psychiatric social worker with a specialty in grief and bereavement. She has appeared on Good Morning America, CBS News and PBS stations. Kathy has also been featured in The Washington Post, Better Homes and Gardens, Good Housekeeping and other widely-circulated magazines.
Kathy was instrumental in establishing the hospice movement in the United States and was directly responsible for the construction of the first hospice in Arlington, VA. While the Arlington hospice was being built, Kathy’s beloved cat, Prince, was diagnosed with a terminal illness. While being experienced in human loss, Kathy was now faced with impending pet loss of her animal friend. Kathy turned for help, for resources, and yet found none. Through her own personal experience, Kathy came to realize the need for pet loss support, and generously offers her gentle support to anyone who is grappling with such a loss.
The support group meets at 7:00pm on the first Wednesday of the month in the shelter’s Community Room. There is no charge to attend these meetings and all are welcome.
Please come a few minutes early or ring the doorbell when arriving as we are closed to the public starting at 7:00pm.

Virtual Na-meow-ste Yoga...with Kittens!
2020-08-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtual Meeting, 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexanndria, VA, 22304, United States
It’s Kitten Season, and our cutest kitties are raring to show off their best Downward Dog!
Join certified LEAP therapist Angie Lord and some of the AWLA’s friendliest felines on Zoom for Virtual Na-Meow-ste yoga on Sunday, August 9, beginning at 10:30. Get your flex on from the comfort of your home while Angie and some of our adorable feline friends show off their moves at the AWLA. Your $15 registration will include a 45-minute yoga session as well as a short kitten meet-and-greet following the cool-down.
Zoom registration information will be sent via separate email in the days in advance of August 9, but space is limited, so sign up today to enjoy Na-meow-ste Yoga with some of the AWLA’s friendliest and most flexible felines.

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AWLA Summer Camp - Ages 11 to 13
2020-08-10 08:30 - 2020-08-14 12:00, 2020-08-10 13:00 - 2020-08-14 16:30 | Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
Join the AWLA team and a lot of adorable adoptables for our 2020 Summer Camp!
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 pets. Attendees will also meet special guests such as Animal Services Officers, Vet Techs, animal foster caregivers and more! The AWLA Summer Camp offers exciting, hands-on fun to young animal lovers, while providing a structured learning experience tailored to your child’s learning level. Early Drop-Off and Aftercare options are also available for an additional fee.
Please email camp@alexandriaanimals.org with any questions.
* Please note that peanut butter is used throughout the shelter and may be present on cages, handles and other surfaces. Please contact us to discuss any concerns about this.
Read more about our expanded COVID-19 cleaning and safety protocols and register at AlexandriaAnimals.org/SummerCamp!
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Clicker Training for All Ages
2020-08-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Meeting, 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexanndria, VA, 22304, United States
Have you ever wondered how the experts teach their pets to Sit, Stay and Roll Over?
Clicker training uses positive reinforcement methods to teach pets of all kinds a variety of tricks, from basics like Sit and Stay to more specialized commands. Learn the essentials of clicker training from the AWLA team over Zoom and how you can use those skills to teach dogs, cats and rabbits and more, and learn more about how to connect with your pet in the process.
If you have your own clicker, you can practice with it during this virtual training, or we can suggest other good audio cues you can use in a similar fashion. An email with instructions on how to log into the Zoom training will be sent to you a few days before the class takes place.
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Watercolor Portraits to Help Homeless Animals
2020-08-15 08:00 - 10:00 | VA
Help animals at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria on International Homeless Animals’ Day with a custom watercolor portrait of your pet by local artist Alexandra Schmeling. A limited number of 50 portraits will be available for order August 15 ONLY beginning at 8 a.m. Portraits will be mailed to donors within three weeks.
Small Portrait with One Pet* – 4 in. x 6 in. size – $25
Small Portrait with Two Pets** – 5 in. x 7 in. size – $40
Large Portrait with One Pet – 8 in. x 10 in. size – $75
Large Portrait with Two Pets** – 8 in. x 10 in. size – $100
*You are welcome to order multiple portraits of individual pets. You can change the quantity after clicking “Submit and Sign Up”
*To order a Portrait with Two Pets with the form, select the Portrait with One Pet in your preferred size and select the Second Pet Add-On for the same size to reach the total.
All proceeds from this event benefit the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. If you would like to add an additional donation to help even more homeless animals, edit the price for your small or large portrait in the checkout page.

Instructions for submitting your photo will be emailed to you after you complete this form. Photos must be submitted by Monday, August 17. Portraits will be mailed to the address you provide in this form and should begin arriving in mailboxes within three weeks.
Thank you to Alexandria Schmeling for generously donating her time and talent to help animals in our community. To learn more about her work, visit AlexandraSchmeling.com.
For any questions, please email connect@alexandriaanimals.org, and thank you for your support!
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AWLA Summer Camp - Ages 11 to 13
2020-08-17 08:30 - 2020-08-21 12:00, 2020-08-17 13:00 - 2020-08-21 12:30 | Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
Join the AWLA team and a lot of adorable adoptables for our 2020 Summer Camp!
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 pets. Attendees will also meet special guests such as Animal Services Officers, Vet Techs, animal foster caregivers and more! The AWLA Summer Camp offers exciting, hands-on fun to young animal lovers, while providing a structured learning experience tailored to your child’s learning level. Early Drop-Off and Aftercare options are also available for an additional fee.
Please email camp@alexandriaanimals.org with any questions.
* Please note that peanut butter is used throughout the shelter and may be present on cages, handles and other surfaces. Please contact us to discuss any concerns about this.
Learn more about our expanded COVID-19 cleaning and safety protocols.
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FULL: AWLA Summer Camp - Ages 8 to 10
2020-08-24 08:30 - 2020-08-28 12:00, 2020-08-24 13:00 - 2020-08-28 16:30 | Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
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 pets. Attendees will also meet special guests such as Animal Services Officers, Vet Techs, animal foster caregivers and more! The AWLA Summer Camp offers exciting, hands-on fun to young animal lovers, while providing a structured learning experience tailored to your child’s learning level. Early Drop-Off and Aftercare options are also available for an additional fee.
Please email camp@alexandriaanimals.org with any questions.
* Please note that peanut butter is used throughout the shelter and may be present on cages, handles and other surfaces. Please contact us to discuss any concerns about this.
Learn more about our expanded COVID-19 cleaning and safety protocols.
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Barks and Bingo - ONLINE
2020-08-28 18:30 - 19:30 | VA
What could be more fun than bingo to help animals? Bingo with animals to help animals! Join some of the AWLA’s most social pups and purrs ONLINE for Barks and Bingo. We’re training our animals to be expert bingo callers, and we’d love for you to join us and see the results*.
Your donation gets you one digital bingo card file, and we will play up to five games (time allowing) to give you the chance to win great AWLA-themed prizes, including tours, branded gear and more. Space is limited, so sign up today to guarantee your spot!
* Please note that animals will be picking the numbers in each game, and this evening of bingo is meant solely for fun. If you like your bingo game to be sedate and silly…well then, this might just be the bingo for you!
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CANCELED - Clear the Shelters
2020-08-29 11:00 - 17:00 | VA
To exercise an abundance of caution and keep our visitors and our staff safe, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria will not be participating in this year’s Clear the Shelters event. However, we have amazing animals available for adoption everyday, and we invite you to schedule time to meet with them virtually or in-person at the shelter BY APPOINTMENT. Check out all our currently adoptable animals and learn how to schedule your meet-and-greet to find your new best friend.

FULL - Low-Cost Rabies and Distemper Clinic
2020-09-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
All appointments for this Rabies & Distemper Clinic are currently full, but we plan to hold more clinics in the future. New times and dates will be published on our Facebook page and at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Events. If you would like to learn more about the ways we assist pet owners in our community, email community@alexandriaanimals.org.
The AWLA is excited to be hosting our very first Drive-Up Rabies & Distemper Clinic for dogs and cats at the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter! The clinic will be BY RESERVATION ONLY. Vaccinations will be $15 per pet, and the clinic will run from 5:30pm-7:30pm on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. Up to two pets can receive vaccines during a 5-minute appointment.
To make sure we are observing the best safety protocols for our human and animal visitors, all attendees will be required to comply with the following guidelines:

We will not serve walk-ins at this clinic.
All humans must wear a mask at all times.
You must arrive by your scheduled time, or we will not be able to serve you.
Owners will not be permitted to enter the building.
All Dogs must be on leashes; cats must be in carriers. If you need a leash or carrier please contact us prior to the event.

All pets will receive a 1-year rabies vaccination. If requesting a 3-year vaccination please send a copy of vet records/certificate with form or bring an up-to-date vet record/certificate during your time-slot. 3-year Rabies vaccination WILL NOT be provided for cats. Dogs must be over 5 months to receive a Distemper vaccine.
Once you have registered, the AWLA will contact you via email to complete the necessary paperwork ahead of the clinic. Payment can be made by cash, check or credit card on the day of the event.
The Vola Lawson Animal Shelter is located at 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria, VA 22304.
A limited number of appointment times are available. Learn more and sign up HERE.
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Virtual Na-meow-ste Yoga...with Kittens!
2020-09-13 10:30 - 11:15 | Virtual Meeting, 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexanndria, VA, 22304, United States
It’s Kitten Season, and our cutest kitties are raring to show off their best Downward Dog!
Join certified LEAP therapist Angie Lord and some of the AWLA’s friendliest felines on Zoom for Virtual Na-Meow-ste yoga on Sunday, September 13, beginning at 10:30. Get your flex on from the comfort of your home while Angie and some of our adorable feline friends show off their moves at the AWLA. Your $15 registration will include a 45-minute yoga session as well as a short kitten meet-and-greet following the cool-down.
Zoom registration information will be sent via separate email in the days in advance of September 13, but space is limited, so sign up today to enjoy Na-meow-ste Yoga with some of the AWLA’s friendliest and most flexible felines.
Register Today

AWLA Virtual "Pup" Quiz
2020-09-25 18:30 - 19:30 | VA
Are you missing your favorite trivia nights?
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria has you covered, with our new virtual “pup” quiz. Drinking is optional, but cuteness is guaranteed in this new, animal-themed online trivia event.
Hosted by the AWLA’s Quizmaster with the help of some adorable adoptables, we will offer 5 rounds of animal answers in a pub quiz-style format. Top teams will win AWLA-branded prizes, and your registration benefits animals across your community.
Space is limited, but arcane animal knowledge is priceless, so sign up today to prove your meow-ledge of trivia with our virtual “pup” quiz.
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Log-in information for the event will be sent to registrants the week of the event. If you have not received your log-in information, or have any other questions about the event, please contact us.

FULL - Low-Cost Rabies and Distemper Clinic
2020-10-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
**Desplácese hacia abajo para español por favor**
The AWLA is hosting a Drive-Up Rabies and Distemper Clinic for dogs and cats at the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter! The clinic will be BY RESERVATION ONLY. The cost for these vaccinations is $15 per pet, and the clinic will run from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm on Wednesday, October 7, 2020. Up to two pets can receive vaccines during a 5-minute appointment.
To ensure we are observing the best safety protocols for our human and animal visitors and our staff, all attendees will be required to comply with the following guidelines:

All human attendees over the age of 2 years must wear a mask at all times.
You must arrive by your scheduled time, or we will not be able to serve you.
Owners will not be permitted to enter the building.
All dogs must be on leashes; cats must be in carriers. If you need a leash or carrier, please contact us at community@alexandriaanimals.org prior to the event.

Vaccinations offered:
Rabies – for dogs and cats
DA2PP – Canine Distemper-Adenovirus Type 2-Parainfluenza-Parvovirus vaccine, for dogs
FVRCP – Feline Rhinotracheitis-Calici-Panleukopenia vaccine, for cats
Cost: $15 per pet for both or either rabies or DA2PP/ FVRCP
All cats will receive a 1-year rabies vaccination. Dogs with a current rabies vaccination are eligible for a 3-year rabies vaccination. If requesting a 3-year rabies vaccination for your dog, you must bring a copy of your dog’s current rabies certificate (not the rabies tag) to the Clinic. Dogs must be over 5 months to receive a Distemper vaccine.
Once you have registered, the AWLA will contact you via email to complete registration paperwork ahead of the clinic. Payment can be made by cash, check or credit card on the day of the event. For questions, email community@alexandriaanimals.org.
Virginia law requires that all dogs and cats four months of age and older have a current rabies vaccine. Residents of the City of Alexandria are also required to license dogs and cats four months of age and older. Information about licensing can be found at https://alexandriaanimals.org/licensing-your-pet/.

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Clínica de Bajo Costo contra la Rabia y el Moquillo
¡La AWLA está organizando una clínica de rabia y moquillo para perros y gatos en el Vola Lawson Animal Shelter! La clínica será SOLO CON RESERVA. El costo de estas vacunas es de $15 por mascota y la clínica estará abierta de 5:30 pm a 7:30 pm el miércoles 7 de octubre de 2020. Hasta dos mascotas pueden recibir vacunas durante una cita de 5 minutos.
Para asegurarnos de que estamos ejecutando los mejores protocolos de seguridad para nuestros visitantes tanto humanos como animales además de nuestro personal, todos los asistentes deberán cumplir con las siguientes pautas:

Todos los asistentes humanos mayores de 2 años deben usar una máscara en todo momento.
Debe llegar a la hora asignada para su cita o no podremos atenderlo.
No se permitirá la entrada al edificio a los dueños con sus animales.
Todos los perros deben estar atados a una correa; los gatos deben estar en jaulas/transportadores. Si necesita una correa o un transportador, comuníquese con nosotros a community@alexandriaanimals.org antes del evento.

Vacunas Ofrecidas:
Rabia – para perros y gatos
DA2PP – Vacuna canina moquillo-Adenovirus Tipo 2-Parainfluenza-Parvovirus, para perros
FVRCP – Vacuna felina rinotraqueítis-calici-panleucopenia, para gatos
Costo: $15 por mascota para ambos o ya sea rabia o DA2PP/FVRCP
Todos los gatos recibirán una vacuna antirrábica de 1 año. Los perros con una vacuna actual contra la rabia son elegibles para una vacuna contra la rabia de 3 años. Si solicita una vacuna antirrábica de 3 años para su perro, debe traer una copia del certificado antirrábico actual de su perro (no la etiqueta antirrábica) a la clínica. Los perros deben tener más de 5 meses para recibir la vacuna contra el moquillo.
Una vez que se haya registrado, la AWLA se comunicará con usted por correo electrónico para completar la documentación de registro previo a su cita en la clínica. El pago puede realizarse en efectivo, cheque o tarjeta de crédito el día del evento. Si tiene preguntas, envíe un correo electrónico a community@alexandriaanimals.org.
La ley de Virginia requiere que todos los perros y gatos de cuatro meses de edad o más tengan una vacuna contra la rabia vigente. Los residentes de la ciudad de Alexandria también deben obtener una licencia para perros y gatos de cuatro meses de edad o más. Puede encontrar información sobre licencias en https://alexandriaanimals.org/licensing-your-pet/.

CANCELED: Pet Loss Grief Support Group
2020-10-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
In light of the current health climate, this month’s event will be canceled. If you have any questions, please email Kathy Reiter.

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 also experienced a similar loss.
For more than 25 years, Kathy Reiter has helped pet owners cope with their loss through the Pet Loss Support Group meetings at the shelter.
Kathy is recognized as the area’s leading authority on pet loss. By training, Kathy is a psychiatric social worker with a specialty in grief and bereavement. She has appeared on Good Morning America, CBS News and PBS stations. Kathy has also been featured in The Washington Post, Better Homes and Gardens, Good Housekeeping and other widely-circulated magazines.
Kathy was instrumental in establishing the hospice movement in the United States and was directly responsible for the construction of the first hospice in Arlington, VA. While the Arlington hospice was being built, Kathy’s beloved cat, Prince, was diagnosed with a terminal illness. While being experienced in human loss, Kathy was now faced with impending pet loss of her animal friend. Kathy turned for help, for resources, and yet found none. Through her own personal experience, Kathy came to realize the need for pet loss support, and generously offers her gentle support to anyone who is grappling with such a loss.
The support group meets at 7:00pm on the first Wednesday of the month in the shelter’s Community Room. There is no charge to attend these meetings and all are welcome.
Please come a few minutes early or ring the doorbell when arriving as we are closed to the public starting at 7:00pm.

Junior PAWS: Pet Party with Adoptable Animals
2020-10-10 10:00 - 10:30 | Virtual Meeting, 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexanndria, VA, 22304, United States
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria’s virtual humane education program, Junior Pet Advocacy and Wildlife Series (PAWS) is a series of humane education lessons ranging from crafts to careers. Lessons utilize Zoom to bring fun and learning directly to kids and their families at home! Families who register will be emailed the Zoom meeting link and password along with any digital resources needed for their lesson.
This class is one of our FREE 30 minute sessions, and registration is required. You can view all of our Junior PAWS virtual events HERE.

Pet Party with Adoptable Animals!
Join us for a fun-filled virtual pet party! Bring your pets along and meet some of our adorable adoptable pets!
Please note: All youth participants must have parent/guardian permission in order to participate. Children in elementary school or younger should have a parent/guardian with during the zoom meeting in case their child needs assistance, especially with craft time.
Register

Pawsitive Action Club: Responsible Pet Ownership - Pet Care and Costs
2020-10-16 17:30 - 19:00 | VA
Pawsitive Action Club! A club for students currently enrolled in Middle School, designed to allow students to become familiar with the shelter and instill animal compassion and advocacy in their everyday lives. PAC members who attend at least 4 meetings will also be eligible to apply to be summer camp counselors in 2021 (pending safety restrictions regarding COVID-19)!
PAC Meeting Dates and Topics:
Meetings will be held at 5:30 pm to 7 pm on the dates below using Zoom and Google Classroom. Additional dates and topics will be scheduled throughout the year.

October 16th – Responsible Pet Ownership: Pet Care and Costs
November 13th – Veterinary Medicine: Meet our Staff Vet!
December 4th – Community Programs: How We Help People and Pets in Alexandria
January 15th – Behavior and Training: All About Clicker Training

There is a club membership fee of $5 per meeting for each student. Students can attend all of the meetings or choose to register to attend club meetings about specific animal welfare topics that interest them most.
Requirements:

Student is currently enrolled in Middle School
Student must have permission from their parent/guardian

If you have other questions or concerns regarding PAC , please email us at youthprograms@alexandriaanimals.org.
Register

Junior PAWS: Write Awesome Adoption Bios
2020-10-17 10:00 - 10:30 | Virtual Meeting, 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexanndria, VA, 22304, United States
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria’s virtual humane education program, Junior Pet Advocacy and Wildlife Series (PAWS) is a series of humane education lessons ranging from crafts to careers. Lessons utilize Zoom to bring fun and learning directly to kids and their families at home! Families who register will be emailed the Zoom meeting link and password along with any digital resources needed for their lesson.
This class is one of our FREE 30 minute sessions, and registration is required. You can view all of our Junior PAWS virtual events HERE.

Write Awesome Adoption Bios
Help us write awesome adoption bios to help our adoptable pets find their purrfect families!
Please note: All youth participants must have parent/guardian permission in order to participate. Children in elementary school or younger should have a parent/guardian with during the zoom meeting in case their child needs assistance, especially with craft time.
Register

Virtual Paw-some Painting Party
2020-10-18 13:00 - 14:30 | VA
Are you ready for an AWLA Painting Party?
Fun for all ages and skill levels, our paw-some painting party will provide the supplies and the AWLA’s own Artist Extraordinaire Echo, as she instructs attendees on how to paint their own landscape…with a few fun animal surprises.
Your registration will include the cost of a supply bundle (which includes a canvas, paint and brushes, a palette and a set of palette knives), to be picked up at the AWLA on October 16-17, as well as instruction on how to create your own personal masterpiece. Individual registration is $50, or you can make it a Family Fun event and get a two-person bundle for $75 (please note both people will need to be in the same room as they will share some supplies).
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This is a no-stress, fun event, and we can’t wait to see everyone’s paw-some masterpieces. Please see the registration timeline below, to ensure we have time to get attendees the supplies we need, and we look forward to seeing you on October 18!

Timeline
October 11, 6 p.m. – Registration closes
October 16-17 – Supply package pick-up (we will email you with more specific information)
October 18, 1 p.m. – Time to paint!

Pet Photos with Santa Paws - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
2020-10-24 09:00 - 17:30 | Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
Prepare your furry friend for the holiday season with their very own visit to Santa Paws!
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is excited to once again offer our popular pet photos with Santa Paws, right here at the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter on Saturday, October 24 (rain date October 25). Your $45 registration books your physically-distant photo window of up to 10 minutes and one digital photo…and benefits animals in need across the community.
All photo sessions are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, and we are observing a variety of practices to ensure this event is safe for visitors and our team. Read more about those efforts and sign up for your photo time today!

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Junior PAWS: Dog Doodles
2020-10-24 10:00 - 10:30 | Virtual Meeting, 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexanndria, VA, 22304, United States
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria’s virtual humane education program, Junior Pet Advocacy and Wildlife Series (PAWS) is a series of humane education lessons ranging from crafts to careers. Lessons utilize Zoom to bring fun and learning directly to kids and their families at home! Families who register will be emailed the Zoom meeting link and password along with any digital resources needed for their lesson.
This class is one of our FREE 30 minute sessions, and registration is required. You can view all of our Junior PAWS virtual events HERE.

Dog Doodles
Join us for dog doodle time and learn to draw lots of fun doggies of all shapes and sizes!
Please note: All youth participants must have parent/guardian permission in order to participate. Children in elementary school or younger should have a parent/guardian with during the zoom meeting in case their child needs assistance, especially with craft time.
Register

October Paws to Read Book Club Discussion - All Creatures Great and Small
2020-10-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Meeting, 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexanndria, VA, 22304, United States
Join our October Book Club Zoom Discussion of All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot. Learn more about our Paws to Read Book Club and sign up for this virtual discussion HERE.

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Paws & Pumpkins Party!
2020-10-31 10:30 - 12:00 | Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
Fun for all the whole family, our Paws & Pumpkins Party is a chance for families to get outside and carve their very best Pet-O-Lanterns to celebrate Halloween! In addition to pumpkin carving fun, we will also have one of our best dressed adoptables say hello in costume!
Your registration will reserve you a physically distanced table outside at the AWLA and include the cost of a supply bundle (which includes carving tools, markers, pet themed templates, and a pumpkin). Registration is $25 per family.
Timeline
October 28th, 12 pm – Registration closes (so that we can purchase supplies)
October 31st, 10:30am to 12pm – Time to carve your Pet-O-Lantern!
Your registration supports animals in need, but space is limited, so sign up today!
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Junior PAWS: Crafts with Carly - Animal Masks
2020-10-31 12:30 - 13:00 | Virtual Meeting, 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexanndria, VA, 22304, United States
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria’s virtual humane education program, Junior Pet Advocacy and Wildlife Series (PAWS) is a series of humane education lessons ranging from crafts to careers. Lessons utilize Zoom to bring fun and learning directly to kids and their families at home! Families who register will be emailed the Zoom meeting link and password along with any digital resources needed for their lesson.
This class is one of our FREE 30 minute sessions, and registration is required. You can view all of our Junior PAWS virtual events HERE.

Crafts with Carly: Animal Masks
Get ready for Halloween animal style! Create masks of your favorite animal or create your own fantastical animals (unicorns welcome!).
Please note: All youth participants must have parent/guardian permission in order to participate. Children in elementary school or younger should have a parent/guardian with during the zoom meeting in case their child needs assistance, especially with craft time.
Register

EVENT FULL: Low-Cost Rabies and Distemper Clinic
2020-11-04 17:30 - 19:30 | Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA, 22304, United States
**Desplácese hacia abajo para español por favor**
The AWLA is hosting a Drive-Up Rabies and Distemper Clinic for dogs and cats at the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter! The clinic will be BY RESERVATION ONLY. The cost for these vaccinations is $15 per pet, and the clinic will run from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm on Wednesday, November 4, 2020. Up to two pets can receive vaccines during a 5-minute appointment.
To ensure we are observing the best safety protocols for our human and animal visitors and our staff, all attendees will be required to comply with the following guidelines:

All human attendees over the age of 2 years must wear a mask at all times.
You must arrive by your scheduled time, or we will not be able to serve you.
Owners will not be permitted to enter the building.
All dogs must be on leashes; cats must be in carriers. If you need a leash or carrier, please contact us at community@alexandriaanimals.org prior to the event.

Vaccinations offered:
Rabies – for dogs and cats
DA2PP – Canine Distemper-Adenovirus Type 2-Parainfluenza-Parvovirus vaccine, for dogs
FVRCP – Feline Rhinotracheitis-Calici-Panleukopenia vaccine, for cats
Cost: $15 per pet for both or either rabies or DA2PP/FVRCP
All cats will receive a 1-year rabies vaccination. Dogs with a current rabies vaccination are eligible for a 3-year rabies vaccination. If requesting a 3-year rabies vaccination for your dog, you must bring a copy of your dog’s current rabies certificate (not the rabies tag) to the Clinic. Dogs must be over 5 months to receive a Distemper vaccine.
Once you have registered, the AWLA will contact you via email to complete registration paperwork ahead of the clinic. Payment can be made by cash, check or credit card on the day of the event. For questions, email community@alexandriaanimals.org.
Virginia law requires that all dogs and cats four months of age and older have a current rabies vaccine. Residents of the City of Alexandria are also required to license dogs and cats four months of age and older. Information about licensing can be found at https://alexandriaanimals.org/licensing-your-pet/.
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Clínica de Bajo Costo contra la Rabia y el Moquillo
¡La AWLA está organizando una clínica de rabia y moquillo para perros y gatos en el Vola Lawson Animal Shelter! La clínica será SOLO CON RESERVA. El costo de estas vacunas es de $15 por mascota y la clínica estará abierta de 5:30 pm a 7:30 pm el miércoles, 7 de noviembre de 2020. Hasta dos mascotas pueden recibir vacunas durante una cita de 5 minutos.
Para asegurarnos de que estamos ejecutando los mejores protocolos de seguridad para nuestros visitantes tanto humanos como animales además de nuestro personal, todos los asistentes deberán cumplir con las siguientes pautas:

Todos los asistentes humanos mayores de 2 años deben usar una máscara en todo momento.
Debe llegar a la hora asignada para su cita o no podremos atenderlo.
No se permitirá la entrada al edificio a los dueños con sus animales.
Todos los perros deben estar atados a una correa; los gatos deben estar en jaulas/transportadores. Si necesita una correa o un transportador, comuníquese con nosotros a community@alexandriaanimals.org antes del evento.

Vacunas Ofrecidas:
Rabia – para perros y gatos
DA2PP – Vacuna canina moquillo-Adenovirus Tipo 2-Parainfluenza-Parvovirus, para perros
FVRCP – Vacuna felina rinotraqueítis-calici-panleucopenia, para gatos
Costo: $15 por mascota para ambos o ya sea rabia o DA2PP/FVRCP
Todos los gatos recibirán una vacuna antirrábica de 1 año. Los perros con una vacuna actual contra la rabia son elegibles para una vacuna contra la rabia de 3 años. Si solicita una vacuna antirrábica de 3 años para su perro, debe traer una copia del certificado antirrábico actual de su perro (no la etiqueta antirrábica) a la clínica. Los perros deben tener más de 5 meses para recibir la vacuna contra el moquillo.
Una vez que se haya registrado, la AWLA se comunicará con usted por correo electrónico para completar la documentación de registro previo a su cita en la clínica. El pago puede realizarse en efectivo, cheque o tarjeta de crédito el día del evento. Si tiene preguntas, envíe un correo electrónico a community@alexandriaanimals.org.
La ley de Virginia requiere que todos los perros y gatos de cuatro meses de edad o más tengan una vacuna contra la rabia vigente. Los residentes de la ciudad de Alexandria también deben obtener una licencia para perros y gatos de cuatro meses de edad o más. Puede encontrar información sobre licencias en https://alexandriaanimals.org/licensing-your-pet/.
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Pawsitive Action Club: Veterinary Medicine - Meet our Staff Vet!
2020-11-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Virtual Meeting, 4101 Eisenhower Ave., Alexanndria, VA, 22304, United States
Pawsitive Action Club! A club for students currently enrolled in Middle School, designed to allow students to become familiar with the shelter and instill animal compassion and advocacy in their everyday lives. PAC members who attend at least 4 meetings will also be eligible to apply to be summer camp counselors in 2021 (pending safety restrictions regarding COVID-19)!
PAC Meeting Dates and Topics:
Meetings will be held at 5:30 pm to 7 pm on the dates below using Zoom and Google Classroom. Additional dates and topics will be scheduled throughout the year.

November 13th – Veterinary Medicine: Meet our Staff Vet!
December 4th – Community Programs: How We Help People and Pets in Alexandria
January 15th – Behavior and Training: All About Clicker Training

There is a club membership fee of $5 per meeting for each student. Students can attend all of the meetings or choose to register to attend club meetings about specific animal welfare topics that interest them most.
Requirements:

Student is currently enrolled in Middle School
Student must have permission from their parent/guardian

If you have other questions or concerns regarding PAC , please email us at youthprograms@alexandriaanimals.org.
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