Join us, The Dog Park, the Old Town Business Association, and lots of Old Town shops for Doggy Trick or Treat on Sunday, October 26 from noon until 4 p.m. Bring your costume-clad four-legged friends to historic Old Town Alexandria for tricks and treats from your favorite boutiques. It’s FREE to join in the fun. Simply pick up your goodie …
Waived Dog Adoption Fees in October
We are partnering with Beyer Subaru to provide the love and support every pet deserves! According to the ASPCA, nearly 6.3 million companion animals enter shelters nationwide every year, waiting for the love of a family and a home. And statistically, large dogs wait the longest to find happy homes. That’s why as part of their annual #SubaruLovesPets month, Beyer …
SOLD OUT Holiday Pet Photos: Registration Opens Oct. 5
Thank you for joining us and our fantastic volunteer photographer for our annual Holiday Pet Photos fundraiser! The photos are scheduled for Saturday, October 25 and Sunday, October 26 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Registration for photos will open Sunday, October 5 at noon! Text “AWLA” to 833-360-5466 to get a reminder the day before! You can …
Dogtoberfest
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 …
CANCELLED: Join Us at Paws in the Park
October 10, 2025: We are devastated to announce that we’ve made the EXTREMELY hard decision to cancel Paws in the Park. While we were prepared to hold the event in the rain, the predicted high winds and flooding in the park on Sunday can’t be ignored. Just our luck that a Nor’easter (first time in 46 years) decides this Sunday …
Pets & Pumpkins Halloween Pet Photos
Thank you for your interest in our Halloween photoshoot! The photoshoot will take place at the AWLA (4101 Eisenhower Ave). You can register for each (limit two per person) 10-minute session using the link below. Each session is a $50 donation. Before registering, please read everything below: The background in the photo on this page is the backdrop we will …
Pets & People Community Wellness Event
FREE Vaccinations for Pets AND Services & Supplies for Humans Join the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria on Saturday, October 18, from 10 a.m. to noon at John Adams Elementary School, 5651 Rayburn Ave., Alexandria, VA 22311 at for our September Pets & People Community Wellness Event. Attendees can receive free vaccinations for cats and dogs against rabies, FVRCP, distemper …
Pets & People Community Wellness Event
FREE Vaccinations for Pets AND Services & Supplies for Humans Join the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria on Saturday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to noon at for our September Pets & People Community Wellness Event. The event is held at Four Mile Run Park, 3831 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA. Event is held in the park behind MOM’s Organic …
BARK to School Dog Adoption Event
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: …
6 Things to Consider When Choosing an Animal Trainer
Your animal’s behavior has you considering a trainer – great idea! You want the best for your animal, but how do you know if a trainer’s approach is humane? Trainers typically refer to themselves as either “positive reinforcement” or “balanced.” Positive reinforcement rewards the good and ignores the bad. To effectively change behavior, we need to identify the behavior(s) we …
