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  • Fall Open House Fundraiser: Hosted by KW United Alexandria/Kingstowne

    Fall Open House Fundraiser: Hosted by KW United Alexandria/Kingstowne

    KW United Alexandria/Kingstowne 5971 Kingstowne Village Parkway, Suite 110, Alexandria, VA, United States

    Join the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria at the Fall Open House hosted by Keller Williams United Alexandria/Kingstowne on their outdoor patio. The theme for the event is "Help the AWLA Help Animals in Need." We are encouraging attendees to bring a physical or monetary donation to the event or donate at the Open House via AWLA's Amazon Wishlist. Our ...

  • Meet the AWLA & Adoptable Animals

    Gustave Boulagerie 2213 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA, United States

    We are more than an animal shelter, impacting our community in a variety of ways. From Community Programs, like our Pet Pantry and free vaccine clinics, to animal behavior and training assistance, to protecting Alexandria's wildlife ... we do many different things to support animals and people in our community. Want to learn more? Make plans to join us Wednesday, ...

    Free
  • Go Big and Go Home, April 26-28, 2024, at AWLA

    Go Big & Go Home: Special Adoption Weekend

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

    Our large adoptable dogs are ready to go BIG and go HOME! This Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (April 26-28) all dogs 40+ pounds will have name your price adoption fees. Our big dogs, like Aurora and Rocky here, would love to find a family. Sure, they may take up a bit more room, but larger breed dogs have a lot ...

  • Kindness Delivered, Adoption Event, May 7, 2024, AWLA with Amazon

    Kindness Delivered: Fee-Waived Adoption Day!

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

    We’re hosting a special fee-waived adoption event Tuesday, May 7! In honor of Amazon’s Pet Day (May 7-8), Amazon is generously covering adoption fees for all adult (6 months or older) dogs, cats, and small mammals on May 7. The “Kindness Delivered” adoption event coincides with the perfect opportunity to get your new companion all the supplies they’ll need to ...

  • First Thursday: Dog Days in Del Ray

    Pat Miller Neighborhood Square Oxford St. and Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA, United States

    Del Ray, one of the most dog-friendly neighborhoods in the region, highlights Dog Days in Del Ray during its May First Thursday. The monthly street festival takes place on Thursday, May 1 from 6 p.m. to dusk along Mount Vernon Avenue. Bring your best four-legged friend out to the Avenue for a variety of canine-themed activities for dogs (and their humans!). ...

    Free

  • 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: ...

  • 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 ...

  • Black Furiday, Adoption Event, November 28-30, waived fees for all dogs 40+ pounds

    Black Furiday Adoption Event

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

    How about this HUGE Black Fur-iday deal?! This weekend only Hill’s Pet Nutrition is covering the adoption fees for all dogs 40+ pounds! With a big dog comes big love and big fun! And you might be surprised to learn that many need less space and exercise than you think. Sadly, due to misconceptions about space and care they require, ...

  • Home for the Pawlidays, Adopt fees waived all month at AWLA, December 1 - 31, 2025

    Home for the Pawlidays: Waived Adoption Fees All Month!

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

    We're excited to get animals "homes for the pawlidays" this month! All month long (December 1-31) dogs and cats 6 months and older, as well as all small mammals, have waived adoption fees thanks to Priority Automotive Springfield. Visit us during adoption hours to meet our available animals. See all of our adoptable animals here.  

  • ALX Dog Walk, Alexandria, April 18, 2026

    ALX Dog Walk

    Old Town’s Oronoco Bay Park 100 Madison St, Alexandria, VA, VA, United States

    The beloved ALX Dog Walk event returns on April 18, 2026 with an exciting new collaboration and an expanded mission. The ALX Dog Walk is partnering with the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria to unite two powerful causes – sustainable living and animal welfare – for one joyful celebration of pets and the planet. HERE’S THE SCOOP! When: Saturday, April ...