Clear the Shelters 2018

Clear the Shelters 2018 - Saturday, August 18 at AWLA

The Animal Welfare League is proud to team up with NBC4 and Telemundo44 and be part of the live coverage for the fourth annual Clear the Shelters event on August 18! 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 …

Rescheduled 2018 Fun Dog Show

Join us on Sunday, March 18, for our rescheduled 2018 Fun Dog Show! We are excited to once again pair with the Ballyshaner’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade for the biggest, waggiest and funnest day of the year in Old Town Alexandria. Register your puppy pal to win a coveted “Pet Troy” award for categories including Best Costume, Most St. Patrick’s …

Remembering Zoey

Remembering Zoey - Alexandria's 2018 Animal of the Year - AWLA

Zoey was adopted from the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria nearly a decade ago.  Since her adoption, she was cherished by her family.  Her mom, a professional photographer, was happy for Zoey’s gorgeous visage to grace many photo shoots, and good-natured Zoey was always a willing participant. Three years ago, Zoey was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, and while she may have …