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  • Rescue Brew Release Party – Pet-Friendly Beer Event in Arlington, VA

    The Board Room Game Bar & Brewery 925 N Garfield St, Arlington, VA, United States

    Hosted by the Animal Welfare League of Arlington📅 Thursday, August 14, 2025🕔 5–7 PM📍 The Board Room Game Bar & Brewery925 N. Garfield Street, Arlington, VA Celebrate the 2025 Rescue Brew Contest Join us for a tail-wagging good time as we unveil the official Rescue Brew crowler labels featuring the top-voted stars from our first-ever…

  • Kids CARE Club: Happy Howl-O-Ween

    Animal Welfare League of Arlington 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA, United States

    Join us for a spook-tacular celebration where we'll create creepy crafts, make tasty dog treats, and learn how to keep all our furry friends safe and happy during the Halloween season! Kids CARE Club (Creating a Responsible Environment) is a program series for animal lovers ages 4-10 and their families to learn how to keep…

    Free
  • AWLA’s 2026 Calendar Contest

    AWLA Calendar Contest returns Oct 20!
    📸 Enter Oct 20–24 • 🗳 Vote Oct 25–31 • 🏆 Winners Nov 1
    Reserve a date for your pet ($50) — add a 25-character message!
    Order calendars by Dec 1 at noon (shipping included).

  • 2025 Annual Santa Paws Photos at Dogma Dog Bakery

    Dogma Dog Bakery 2772 S. Arlington Mill Drive, Arlington, VA, United States

    Capture the Holiday Spirit With Your Pet! It’s the most paws-itively wonderful time of the year! Bring your furry friends to meet Santa Claus at Dogma Dog Bakery’s Annual Santa Paws Photos, benefiting the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (AWLA). For a $30 donation, you’ll receive a professional digital photo of your pet with Santa,…

  • Kids CARE Club: Holiday Pawty

    Animal Welfare League of Arlington 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA, United States

    Celebrate the holidays with AWLA! You’ll decorate cookies for our dogs, make a fun holiday craft, and learn how foster families help shelter pets find a warm and loving home—especially during the holidays. Kids CARE Club (Creating a Responsible Environment) is a program series for animal lovers ages 4-10 and their families to learn how…

    Free
  • Low-Cost Vaccine & Microchip Clinic

    Animal Welfare League of Arlington 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA, United States

    Get your pets their vaccines or a microchip at AWLA!  AWLA offers rabies vaccines, distemper vaccines (DAPPv for dogs and HCPCh for cats), and microchips for cats and dogs. These clinics are by reservation only. You must register in advance for a designated time. Registration for this clinic will open the Friday in the week prior.…

  • Safe Around Dogs with Kids C.A.R.E. Club

    Help your child learn how to stay safe around dogs while building confidence and compassion. In this Kids C.A.R.E. Club session, children ages 4–10 will explore dog body language, practice safe greetings, and learn what to do in everyday situations—at home, at the park, or when meeting a new furry friend. Through games, role-playing, and…

  • Amazing Animal Art with Kids C.A.R.E. Club

    Do animals inspire your child’s creativity? In this art-focused Kids C.A.R.E. Club session, kids will learn about cats and dogs while creating their own animal-themed artwork. Participants will explore how art can help express compassion for animals and connect us to the world around us—all while crafting a masterpiece to take home. This creative, hands-on…

  • Low-Cost Vaccine & Microchip Clinic

    Animal Welfare League of Arlington 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA, United States

    Get your pets their vaccines or a microchip at AWLA!  AWLA offers rabies vaccines, distemper vaccines (DAPPv for dogs and HCPCh for cats), and microchips for cats and dogs. These clinics are by reservation only. You must register in advance for a designated time. Registration for this clinic will open the Friday in the week prior.…

  • Birds in Your Backyard with Kids C.A.R.E. Club

    Discover the birds that live right outside your door! In this Kids C.A.R.E. Club session, children will learn about common backyard birds, what they eat, and how families can make their yards bird-friendly. Kids will also create a simple craft to help attract feathered friends to their own outdoor spaces. This class introduces wildlife education…

  • Low-Cost Vaccine & Microchip Clinic

    Animal Welfare League of Arlington 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA, United States

    Get your pets their vaccines or a microchip at AWLA!  AWLA offers rabies vaccines, distemper vaccines (DAPPv for dogs and HCPCh for cats), and microchips for cats and dogs. These clinics are by reservation only. You must register in advance for a designated time. Registration for this clinic will open the Friday in the week prior.…

  • Intro to Pet First Aid with Kids C.A.R.E. Club

    April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month! In this Kids C.A.R.E. Club session, children will learn the basics of keeping pets safe and healthy during everyday emergencies. Through interactive activities, kids will explore simple, age-appropriate first aid concepts, injury prevention, and how to recognize when an adult or veterinarian is needed. This session empowers young…

  • Small Animals 101 with Kids C.A.R.E. Club

    Just because a pet is small doesn’t mean the responsibility is! In this Kids C.A.R.E. Club session, children will learn about small companion animals such as guinea pigs, hamsters, and rabbits. Kids will explore what these animals need to stay healthy, happy, and safe—and why proper care is essential before bringing a small animal into…