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 …
Join Us at Paws in the Park
Alexandria’s Biggest Free Fall Festival for Animal Lovers is October 12 Paws in the Park, benefiting the AWLA, returns to Oronoco Bay Park Alexandria, Virginia – Paws in the Park — northern Virginia’s biggest fall festival for animal lovers — is Sunday, October 12, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and promises to be an even bigger party than previous years! …
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 …
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 …
AWLA Thanks Community for Supporting Alexandria Animals Through Adopt-the-Shelter Program
Alexandria, Virginia – The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) recognizes and thanks the generous local businesses, families, and individuals who have stepped up to sponsor spaces throughout the AWLA as part of our Adopt-the-Shelter program. Through their sponsorships, these community champions are sustaining and enhancing essential programs, like our Community Pet Pantry, which provides pet food and supplies to …
Back 2 School Pet Photos
Thank you for your interest in our Back 2 School pet photoshoot! The photoshoot will take place at the AWLA (4101 Eisenhower Ave). You can register below for each (limit two per person) 10-minute session. Each session is a $50 donation. Before registering, please read everything below: The classic yearbook photo background in the examples on this page is the …
AWLA Receives $100,000 PetSmart Charities Incubator Grant
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria Receives $100,000 Grant from PetSmart Charities to Address Lack of Accessible Veterinary Care in Historically Excluded Communities July 9, 2025 — ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) has received a grant from PetSmart Charities® in the amount of $100,000 to address barriers in accessing veterinary care in the neighborhoods near the …
Keep Pets Safe During July 4th Festivities
More animals go missing around July 4th than any other time of the year, so it’s important to take precautions to keep them safe. Here are a few things to remember when celebrating: Before the festivities, tire them out! Schedule a pup playdate or long walk (but be careful of the heat). Keep animals indoors away from loud noises and …