Every year, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria’s pet photo contest chooses an “Animal of the Year” — an ambassador...
Special Events
Highlight Events & Fundraisers
Fun Dog Show 2017
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW! Join us for the 2017 Fun Dog Show and The Ballyshaners, Inc., Annual St. Patrick’s Day...
“Elect a Pet” Calendar Contest
Proximity to the nation’s capital during an election year has inspired the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) to present...
A Little Rain Never Hurt Anyone!
Spirits were warm despite the damp day on May 1st for Alexandria’s Walk for Animals. Watch this video for some...
Dog Days in Del Ray – May 12th
“Dog Days In Del Ray” Postponed To May 12. Due to rain, First Thursday’s “Dog Days in Del Ray” will...
Alexandria’s Walk for Animals: Sunday, May 1st
Put on your walking shoes and show your support for your local animals shelter at Alexandria’s Walk for Animals on Sunday, May...
2016 Walk for Animals registration open
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is thrilled to announce that registration for the 2016 Alexandria’s Walk for Animals is now...
Save the Date: Alexandria’s Walk for Animals
We have an important message from Doug, our 2016 calendar contest winner and Alexandria Animal of the Year! Stay tuned...
Congrats to winner of kid’s art contest!
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria congratulates Daniel, the winner of the Kids Promote Adoption Through Art contest! Daniel’s winning...
Vote for your favorite piece of art!
On New Year’s Eve, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria participated in a First Night Alexandria event with UpCycle at the...
New Years Eve Event: Kids Use Art to Promote Adoption
WHEN: Thursday, December 31, 2015 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm WHERE: Torpedo Factory, 105 N Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314 In the...
Shelter Closed Thursday, Dec 10th, due to water main break!
Thursday, December 10th – The shelter is closed today because of a broken water main. We hope to be open...
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