Adopting a pet can enrich our lives in many ways. They provide companionship, increase opportunities for exercise and socialization, and can even improve our health. Studies have shown that the bond between people and their pets is linked to several positive health outcomes, including: Decreased blood pressure, cholesterol levels, triglyceride levels, feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and symptoms of PTSD. Increased …
Paws in the Park 2023
Alexandria’s Biggest Event for Animal Lovers! Paws in the Park Benefits the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria Date: Sunday, October 15, 2023 (11 AM – 4 PM) Location: Old Town’s Oronoco Bay Park Cost: Free VISIT THE EVENT’S WEBSITE Previously known as Alexandria Love Your Pet Day, Paws in the Park is a FREE, fun-filled day for the whole family …
Senior Pets: The Fun’s Just Beginning
From the looks of her Instagram page, the beige terrier mix dog named Macy is doing all right. Macy frolics in the yard, snoozes on the couch, cuddles with her people, listens to a little girl read her a story. No matter that she has only three legs and is a bit on the “senior” side. “She’s just a peaceful …
‘Cuddle Time’ Can Mean Cozying Up with a Rabbit or Lizard
Non-Traditional Pets Find Their Way Into Hearts of Adopters “Spaghetti Blueberry” the bearded dragon likes to ride on owner Teagan Robinson’s shoulder and take a walk wearing a harness and leash. Janelle Smith’s guinea pig, Winston T. Featherbottom, is fond of sitting in her lap, and he chirps excitedly when she comes home from work. Westley the rabbit flies over the back of the …
Why We’re Thankful for Senior Pets
It may be National Adopt a Senior Pet Month, but there’s never a bad time to bring a greater awareness to animals enjoying their golden years. Anyone who has adopted a senior animal can tell you that those extra years under a pet’s belt can really bring out their most vibrant personalities. Whether it’s a cat with 12 years of …
Summer Safety for Your Pet
As summer heats up, it’s important to keep your pets safe and cool so they can enjoy the season too! How your pet responds to heat and humidity varies between species, breeds and individual animals. Our June 28 “How to Help Your Pet Beat the Heat” Speaker Series event featured Dr. Jerry Hinn, DVM of Vola Lawson Animal Guardian Hayfield Animal …
A Howling Good Time
Thank you to everyone who joined us for last Saturday’s Howl-O-Ween event at Lena’s Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap. We were so impressed by the collection of costumed canines who joined us that we just had to show them off. Thank you also to Shelley Castle Photography for these amazing photos. Photo Gallery: A Howling Good Time for All If …
Pet Photo Contest Starts June 1st – Enter Your Pet!
Every year, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria’s pet photo contest chooses an “Animal of the Year” — an ambassador to represent all of Alexandria’s Animals at AWLA and City events. It’s time to take a photograph of your favorite animal, enter it in the online contest, and encourage everyone to “Click Your Pick” to be this year’s winner! “Click …