Join us on Thursday, September 22, for an adoption event at Barkhaus in Alexandria! Meet some adorable – and adoptable – AWLA pups from 5 to 7 p.m. this Thursday! Barkhaus is encouraging guests to come support your local shelter. * Please note: All dogs attending must be registered here with proof of vaccinations prior to the event. Find more …
Spring Fling Adoption Event
With April showers come…a lot of meowers and bow-wowers! Find your new best friend during the AWLA’s Spring Fling Adoption Event, taking place on May 14 from noon to 5 p.m. You can name your adoption fee for any of our dogs, cats or small animals, because spring is the perfect season to bring a new furry family member into …
Celebrating Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, so named to help bring awareness to the many adoptable dogs who are waiting to meet their future families at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria and at shelters and rescues across the country. But in October 2020, our pups don’t have to wait long. Since switching to virtual adoptions in April and …
Helping Animals in Need at a Social Distance: AWLA Fosters
This past month brought unprecedented changes at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, requiring us to adjust nearly every day for the safety of our staff, our community and our animals. When we made the difficult decision to pause adoptions last week, our community stepped up for animals in need, sending a flood of inquiries about fostering animals, and thanks …
POSTPONED: Dog House Pawty – Kids Only!
In light of local news about COVID-19, we will be postponing this event. If you have any questions, please email youth@alexandriaanimals.org. Join us for our first ever Kids Only Family Fun Night! Kids attending will be able to meet adoptable dogs, play pet-themed games, enjoy face painting and craft their hearts out! Light snacks and refreshments provided. Learn more and …
Yappy Hour at Duncan Library
Bring your four-legged friend and enjoy light refreshments on the lawn outside of Duncan Library as we celebrate the 225th Anniversary of the founding of the Alexandria Library Company. We will have cupcakes for the library’s birthday and lawn games for people and pups. Dogs on leash welcome, and stop by to meet adoptable dogs from the Animal Welfare League …
1916 Coffee Porter Collaboration Beer Release Party in Support of the AWLA
For the first time ever, Gordon Biersch and Swings’ Coffee Roasters have collaborated to created a DELICIOUS pre-prohibition style porter. They will be tapping the keg and serving snacks, provided by Buzz Bakeshop of Alexandria and Gordon Biersch. Join us Thursday, June 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at pin Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant (100 M St SE, Washington) for …
A Little Rain Never Hurt Anyone!
Spirits were warm despite the damp day on May 1st for Alexandria’s Walk for Animals. Watch this video for some love right on the kisser! CLICK BELOW TO PLAY VIDEO: #WalkWithDoug AWLA’s Walk for Animals 2016