Kitten College Foster Info Session
The Animal Welfare League of Arlington has opened the region's first neonatal kitten nursery in the Washington, DC Metropolitan Area! Join us on May 3rd from 6:30PM-8:00PM to learn more about becoming a Kitten College foster! The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is one of the only municipal shelters in the nation that takes in kittens from…
Ask The Trainer
Karen Baragona, owner of Eager Beagle Dog Training, will be at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington on May 6th from noon-2pm for a new Ask The Trainer session! Members of the public are welcomed to stop by her booth in our lobby and talk to Karen about any training questions or issues they may have!…
Adoption Event at Kriser’s Natural Pet Store
Join AWLA at Kriser's Natural Pet (2509 N. Franklin Rd., Arlington, VA) this Sunday from 12:30PM-3:30PM for a kitten adoption event! Ana, Elsa, and Olaf, three adorable 2-month old kittens, will be available for adoption at the event. You may remember these kittens from a few months ago, when they were found in a…
Walk for the Animals
Lace up your shoes, leash up your pup, and get ready to Walk for the Animals! On Saturday, May 12, from 9AM to 1PM, join us and more than 600 local animal lovers and their canine companions for our annual Walk for the Animals, which benefits our shelter animals and supports the services and programs we…
Join Us at the Taste of Arlington
Join us on Sunday, May 20 from 12-7pm when the Ballston Business Improvement District will host the 30th annual Taste of Arlington presented by Courthaus Social. This exciting and highly anticipated event transforms Wilson Boulevard and neighboring streets into a family-friendly street festival with dining, music and entertainment for all ages. AWLA will be near the Bark Park!…
Career Open House
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Low-Cost Rabies & Microchip Clinic
Please bring proof of a prior rabies shot (a rabies certificate, not a tag) to get a three-year rabies shot. Without it, your pet will receive a one-year shot. Waiting is outdoors, so please dress for the weather. All dogs must be on leash and cats must be in carriers. Waiting is outside so dress…
Memorial Day Weekend Adoption Event
Join us for a special Memorial Day weekend adoption event! Adoption fees will be waived for all active military, veterans, and emergency service personnel. AWLA has a large number of dogs, cats, rabbits, and other pets that are looking for new homes, just in time for the holiday weekend! *Regular adoption procedures will still apply, so we…
Party for Paws
Want to party all night and help homeless animals at the same time? Come to Party for Paws for the Animal Welfare League of Arlington at Saint Yves! Hosted by one of our wonderful supporters, Party for Paws will be a awesome night filled with great music, an open bar, photo booth, and more! We'll be bringing some…
AWLA Kids’ Movie Night (for ages 6-10 years old)- Cancelled
Register now for AWLA's Movie night for children ages 6-10 year old. Movie night is from 6:30-8:30 PM. Registered participants are invited to attend in PJs and to bring a blanket/pillow for cozy movie viewing. We will be playing an animal movie, have an animal interaction and serve cheese pizza, popcorn, and lemonade to participants.…
Adoption Event at Dogma Bakery
Join us at Dogma Bakery in Shirlington for a pup-tastic adoption event! We'll have some adorable adoptable dogs waiting to meet you and hopefully find their new homes!
Father’s Day Cat Adoption Event
Real men love cats! This Father's Day, adoption fees are waived on all adult cats (6 months +) for everyone, in honor of dads everywhere! Standard adoption policies apply.
