Dignitaries, Citizens and Canines will take one-step at a time to help homeless animals ARLINGTON, Va.—Paws, politicians and hundreds of animal enthusiasts will pound the pavement to support homeless animals at Arlington’s largest pet-centered event—18th Annual Walk for the Animals on Saturday, May 11, 2013 (rain or shine) at Bluemont Park from 8:30 a.m.- 11:30 [...]
At its annual conference the Virginia Federation of Humane Societies (VFHS) presented the Animal Welfare League of Arlington with its Compassion Award. This annual award is presented to an Active Member organization that has demonstrated strong leadership qualities and whose accomplishments reflect the VFHS strategic plan’s goal of reducing the euthanasia of healthy and treatable [...]
AWLA Keeps Pets Safe for Those in Crisis Safekeeping program provides refuge for animals in danger Hundreds of animals have been temporary guests at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington through its Safekeeping program. Animal Welfare League of Arlington (AWLA) provides a safe, temporary environment for animals of families in crisis in Arlington County and [...]
Posted: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 11:45 am Before members left Richmond, the General Assembly adopted a resolution in honor of the Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s efforts reducing the number of animals that need to be euthanized because homes cannot be found for them. The resolution, patroned by state Sen. Barbara Favola (D-31st), commended the [...]
By Kerry McKeel, Animal Welfare League of Arlington Arlington — Before you answer that online or classified ad for an adorable, floppy-eared puppy or ask to see that frisky kitten in the pet store window there are a few things you should consider before purchasing a pet. Finding the perfect pet begins with evaluating what [...]
Kashmir is among 23 other animals so far that have participated in our low-cost spay & neuter event as part of World Spay Day. Arlington and D.C. Metro Area Residents Urged to Save Lives through Spay & Neuter Spaying or neutering an animal is the most effective way to eliminate unwanted litters and to reduce [...]
ARLINGTON, Va. (January 30, 2013)—- The Animal Welfare League of Arlington (AWLA) launched a new website today, www.awla.org, enabling the Arlington and D.C. metro area community to easily learn more about AWLA adoptable pets, news, events, community services and volunteer opportunities. The site now boasts a modern look and feel, as well as a suite [...]
The Animal Welfare League of Arlington will participate in the 2nd Annual Arlington Gifts That Give Hope Alternative Gift Fair on Saturday, December 8, from 10am – 2pm at Calvary United Methodist Church at 2315 S. Grant Street in Arlington. An alternative gift fair is a change from traditional store-bought gift-giving, and instead provides meaningful [...]
