Kids Workshop: Hamsters & Rats
After this workshop, your kids will fall in love with rats and hamsters for the same reason Ron Weasley loved his pet rat! This lesson will introduce kids to the behavior and needs of these two small furry friends. Sign Up Now AWLA is now hosting monthly AWLA Workshops in which families can pick…
Pet Pantry Delivery Day
Pet Pantry Delivery Day AWLA’s goal is to keep pets with their families by providing pet care essentials including food, enrichment items, preventatives, and more. Residents of Arlington County and Falls Church City may pick up items from the shelter during our regular business hours. There are no income requirements or forms to fill out…
CANCELLED – Walk for the Animals Walk Meet-Up
Bon Air Park 850 N Lexington St, Arlington, VA, United States*This event has been canceled due to poor weather.* Join Special Event Coordinator, Hollie, for the next Walk for the Animals Meet-up with a dog-friendly walk and talk Wednesday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. at Bon Air Park. Meet by the Sunny Garden, explore the beautiful gardens, add a mile to your walk tracker, and…
Smarty Pets: Adoptions 101
VirtualHike with your Hound
Gulf Branch Nature Center 3608 Military Rd, Arlington, VA, United StatesBasic Manners Class
Our Basic Manners Class is a four-week series that will cover the basic cues your dog needs to know: “sit”, “down”, “stay”, and more. We use positive reinforcement training methods to foster a stronger relationship with your dog as you learn together as a team. Whether you’ve had your dog for a week or a…
Walk for the Animals – Meet an ACO!
Stop by James Hunter Dog Park with your pup on Thursday, September 9 at 5:00 p.m. to say hello to AWLA Sergeant of Animal Control Cliff Ballena. He'll be bringing snacks to share with your dog (especially if you've been working on those Walk miles) and answer any questions you might have about our Animal…
Walk for the Animals
Kids Workshop: Careers with Animals
Does your child want to work with animals when they grow up? Learn about the various jobs that work with animals and meet some cool people in these positions. Sign Up Now AWLA is now hosting monthly AWLA Workshops in which families can pick and choose what topics their kids can learn about. Join…
Community Care Clinic
Four Mile Run Park 3831 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA, United StatesGet FREE vaccinations for pets and services and supplies for people at our Community Care Clinic! Free vaccinations for cats and dogs against rabies, distemper and parvovirus. Supplies and services for humans including FREE bags of shelf stable groceries, access to health services and information and more. Pet supplies including food, toys, preventative medications and…
