The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is once again participating in the national Clear the Shelters event on August 19th with NBC4. This is an exciting opportunity to find amazing homes for many of our adoptable animals. Even if you aren’t joining us to adopt, please consider participating by pledging funds for each animal adopted on August 19, or a …
2017 Summer Camp Registration–Open Slots Filling Up!
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) is pleased to open registration for the Alexandria Animal Shelter Summer Camp! Each camp is one week long, Monday through Friday, from 9am – 12pm (*except Class #1 for rising 1st and 2nd graders) at the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter in Alexandria, Virginia. Classes will focus on inspiring compassion for all living things, …
Fun Dog Show 2017
Fun Dog Show Join us for the 2017 Fun Dog Show and The Ballyshaners, Inc., Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Saturday, March 4, 2017 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Market Square 301 King Street, Alexandria, VA The Fun Dog Show will kick off the 2017 Alexandria St. Patrick’s Day Parade. It is an event that brings out animal lovers …
How Saving Taxes Can Save Animals in Your Community
There are many ways that you can donate to the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) that can not only directly help animals in your community but also provide you with tax benefits. #1. Itemize deductions for your income tax? You can help animals! If yes, a gift to the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria before the end of 2016 …
2017 Alexandria Animals of the Year Calendar Now Available
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria’s 2017 calendar is now available for purchase today! Calendars cost 20 dollars each and can purchased at the shelter on 4101 Eisenhower Ave or by calling 703-746-5661. If you have any questions, please feel free to call our front desk at 703-746-4774.
“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 “Elect-a-Pet 2016,” a political spin on our already spirited annual photo competition. Pet candidates belonging to Canine, Feline, and Small Animals parties will engage in a political race to secure their name on their party’s ballot, each vying for the …