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Tag: adoption

April 23, 2024

Go Big & Go Home: Special Adoption Weekend

Go Big & Go Home: Special Adoption Weekend
By Erin

Our large adoptable dogs are ready to go BIG and go HOME! This Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (April 26-28) all...

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April 4, 2024

Meet the AWLA & Adoptable Animals

Meet the AWLA & Adoptable Animals
By Erin

We are more than an animal shelter, impacting our community in a variety of ways. From Community Programs, like our...

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February 14, 2024February 14, 2024

Urgent Need for Dog Adopters & Fosters

Urgent Need for Dog Adopters & Fosters
By GinaIn Animal-related Information, Animals in need of Foster/Adoption, News, PetsTags adopt, adoption, adoption event, alexandria, AWLA, dog, dogs, foster

We’re reaching out to our animal-loving community for a little help. We currently have a higher-than-normal number of in-shelter dogs...

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November 30, 2023December 1, 2023

Plan to Adopt this Holiday Season? Be Prepared as a New Adopter

Plan to Adopt this Holiday Season? Be Prepared as a New Adopter
By GinaIn Animal-related Information, Care & Train, Happy Stories, Pets, Tips & AdviceTags adopt, adoption, adoption event, advice, alexandria, AWLA, cats, dog, dogs, humane education, pets and people, tips

Pet adoption during the holidays can be a heartwarming experience that not only transforms the life of an animal in...

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September 28, 2023

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

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

Join the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria at the Fall Open House hosted by Keller Williams United Alexandria/Kingstowne on their...

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September 14, 2023September 24, 2023

Paws in the Park, Alexandria’s Biggest Pet Festival, Set for October 15

Paws in the Park, Alexandria’s Biggest Pet Festival, Set for October 15
By GinaIn Animals in need of Foster/Adoption, News, Upcoming EventsTags adopt, adoption, adoption event, alexandria, AWLA, cats, dog, dogs, free, fundraiser, shelter event, shelter events, support

Alexandria’s Biggest Festival for Animal Lovers Returns to Oronoco Bay Park Paws in the Park, benefiting the Animal Welfare League...

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June 6, 2023

Pet Day at Made in ALX

Pet Day at Made in ALX
By Gina

From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., bring your four-legged friends to Made in ALX, 533 Montgomery St. in Old Town...

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June 5, 2023

AWLA at the Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market

AWLA at the Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market
By Gina

Join the AWLA and some of our most adorable adoptables for the Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market. Our team...

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May 31, 2023

Summer Lovin’ Adoption Event

Summer Lovin’ Adoption Event
By Gina

Ready to find your summer love? Join us this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (June 2 – 4) for a special...

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April 10, 2023April 10, 2023

Adopting a Pet: Things to Consider

Adopting a Pet: Things to Consider
By GinaIn Animal-related Information, News, Pets, Tips & AdviceTags adopt, adoption, alexandria times, cats, dogs, pets

Adopting a pet can enrich our lives in many ways. They provide companionship, increase opportunities for exercise and socialization, and...

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