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 …

Join Us at Paws in the Park

AWLA Paws in the Park, October 12, 2025 at Oronoco Bay 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 & People Community Wellness Event

Press Release for AWLA: Vaccine and Microchip Clinics

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

Press Release for AWLA: Vaccine and Microchip Clinics

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

Bark to School at AWLA, August 14-17, adoptions fees waived for dogs 40+ lbs.

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: …

First Thursday: Dog Days in Del Ray

Del Ray, one of the most dog-friendly neighborhoods in the region, highlights Dog Days in Del Ray during its May First Thursday. The monthly street festival takes place on Thursday, May 1 from 6 p.m. to dusk along Mount Vernon Avenue. Bring your best four-legged friend out to the Avenue for a variety of canine-themed activities for dogs (and their humans!). …

Join Us at Paws in the Park

Alexandria’s Biggest Free Fall Festival for Animal Lovers is October 13 Paws in the Park, benefiting the AWLA, returns to Oronoco Bay Park Alexandria, Virginia – Paws in the Park, presented by Amazon, returns to Oronoco Bay Park in Old Town Alexandria on Sunday, October 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and promises to be an even bigger party …

Urgent Need for Dog Adoptions!

Waived Adoption Fees Weekend at AWLA, May 2024

  URGENT NEED FOR DOG ADOPTERS! We rarely have to make posts like this, but due to an increase in found animals, owner surrenders, and lower-than-normal adoption numbers over the past few weeks, we are at critical capacity for dogs. We desperately need dog adoptions this weekend to make room in our dog dorms. Starting today (May 23), all dogs …

Evento de Bienestar para Mascotas y Personas

Press Release for AWLA: Vaccine and Microchip Clinics

(in English) Vacunas para Mascotas Y Servicios y Suministros para Humanos GRATIS Únase a las Animal Welfare League de Alexandria  el sábado 18 de mayo de 10 a.m. a mediodía en Ruby Tucker Family Center para nos Evento de Bienestar para Mascotas & Personas Comunitario de mayo. Los asistentes pueden recibir vacunas gratuitas para perros y gatos contra la rabia, el …

Pets & People Community Wellness Event

Press Release for AWLA: Vaccine and Microchip Clinics

FREE Vaccinations for Pets AND Services & Supplies for Humans Join the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria on Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to noon at Ruby Tucker Family Center, 322 Tancil Ct., Alexandria, VA 22314 for our May Pets & People Community Wellness Event. Attendees can receive free vaccinations for cats and dogs against rabies, distemper and parvovirus, …