August Fund Run
Please join Team Rescue Tails, the official athletic club supporting the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, at our next monthly “Fund Run” on Friday, August 4. Details are as follows: What: Healthy Pet 5k Fund Run/Walk When: Friday, August 4, 2017 Where: New District Brewing Company The Route What Time: Check-in begins at 6 pm…
Baby-Ready Pets
Every year, thousands of animals are turned into shelters by parents concerned about how their pet may affect the health and safety of their new baby. Any pet can have undesirable, although natural reactions to a new baby. New sounds, smells, and activities surrounding an infant may cause a pet to see the baby as…
Clear The Shelter
Help us Clear The Shelter! The Animal Welfare League of Arlington will once again join NBC4 to participate in Clear the Shelters, a nationwide pet adoption event! Thanks to a generous sponsorship from Incentive Technology Group (iTG), all adoption fees will be waived on Saturday, August 19th as part of the the nationwide Clear the…
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…
September Fund Run
Please join Team Rescue Tails, the official athletic club supporting the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, at our next monthly “Fund Run” on Friday, September 8. Details are as follows: What: Healthy Pet 5k Fund Run/Walk When: Friday, September 8, 2017 Where: New District Brewing Company The Route What Time: Check-in begins at 6 pm…
Bottle Baby Kitten Class
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Windgate Pooch Paddle & BBQ
Bring your pooch and join the residents of Windgate I & II for their annual Pooch Paddle & BBQ benefiting AWLA! This event is open to all, even if you don't live in the community, so come join us for an afternoon of food, fun, and soggy dogs! $5 donation encouraged to participate in the…
Pizza for Pets at Joe’s Place
Join us on Wednesday, September 20th at Joe's Place and eat pizza to support homeless pets! Joe's Place will be hosting a special dining day for the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, donating a percentage of sales from lunch and dinner on September 20th to AWLA. Help us support our community by marking your calendars…
Bunny Spa Day
Join AWLA and Friends of Rabbits for a Bunny Spa Day on Saturday, September 23rd from 12:30pm-3:30pm! Here's a chance to totally pamper your bunnies, so bring in your rabbit for a mani-pedi, grooming, and a massage by Bunny Masseuse Aileen! Bunny Spa Day is a fundraiser to help both the rabbits at AWLA and…
Bottle Baby Kitten Class
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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…
Puppy Yoga with Beth A Wolfe Yoga
Join us for a very special yoga class with a litter of adorable beagle mix puppies! This is an all-level, mellow, yoga practice for people ages 10 and older. (Children under 15 MUST practice ALONG with an adult.) We will practice yoga at the shelter while the puppies roam and play around us. Bring your…
October Fund Run
Please join Team Rescue Tails, the official athletic club supporting the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, at our next monthly “Fund Run” on Friday, October 6. Details are as follows: What: Healthy Pet 5k Fund Run/Walk When: Friday, October 6, 2017 Where: New District Brewing Company The Route What Time: Check-in begins at 6 pm…
Ride to the Rescue with CycleBar
Do good and feel good at CycleBar Columbia Pike on Saturday, October 7th! CycleBar has donated 15 bikes in their 10:30 am class to AWLA and 100% of your $25 donation will go to helping Arlington's animals find compassionate and permanent homes! Space is limited and the class fills up fast, so book your spot…
Pet Loss Support
Our pets are important members of the family. They are devoted companions who give us their unconditional love and acceptance. For a pet caregiver, the loss of a companion animal can be one of life’s most difficult experiences. When we lose a beloved friend, it often helps by sharing our feelings with others who have…
Baby-Ready Pets Class
Every year, thousands of animals are turned into shelters by parents concerned about how their pet may affect the health and safety of their new baby. Any pet can have undesirable, although natural reactions to a new baby. New sounds, smells, and activities surrounding an infant may cause a pet to see the baby as…
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…
Kitten Yoga: Halloween Edition!
Join us for a special Kitten Yoga class, Halloween Style! All-level, mellow, halloween-themed yoga practice for people ages 10 and older. (Children under 18 MUST practice ALONG with an adult.) We will practice yoga at the shelter while shelter kitties roam among us. BYO yoga mat, and the Animal Welfare League of Arlington will provide…
AWLA Movie Night (for kids ages 6-10 years old)
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.…
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…
Holiday Movie Night…..with Puppies! (21 and over)
$30 per person *please be aware: this is a 21+ event* BYOB - beverages & blankets - guests are welcome to bring their own snacks Pizza (vegetarian) provided! GET FESTIVE * BE MERRY * PET PUPPIES *Please be aware: these are very young puppies and not housebroken! Bathroom accidents will happen, so please do not…
Join Us At the Gifts That Gift Hope Alternative Gift Fair
Please join AWLA at Discovery Elementary School located at 5241 N. 36th St, Arlington, VA 22207 on Saturday, December 9th from 10 AM-2 PM for the 7th Annual Gifts That Give Hope Alternative Gift Fair. What a wonderful way to get in the holiday spirit! At a Gifts That Give Hope event, you can support our community and find unique and meaningful…
Holiday Gift Wrapping to Support AWLA at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City
Join us for holiday Gift wrapping at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, Arlington, VA 22202 in front of Nordstrom on level 1 of the mall. AWLA volunteers will wrap your gifts and will be selling AWLA calendars (cash only). AWLA will receive 50% of the proceeds for this event for wrapping and 100% for…
Baby-Ready Pets Class
Every year, thousands of animals are turned into shelters by parents concerned about how their pet may affect the health and safety of their new baby. Any pet can have undesirable, although natural reactions to a new baby. New sounds, smells, and activities surrounding an infant may cause a pet to see the baby as…
Join us at AWLA for Holiday Gift Wrapping to Support AWLA
Join us for Holiday Gift wrapping at Animal Welfare League of Arlington. AWLA volunteers will wrap your gifts. There is a suggested donation of $3 for one item or $10 for four items AWLA will receive 100% of the proceeds for this event.
AWLA 2018 Kid’s Club Registration is OPEN!
AWLA's 2018 Kid's Club is for children ages 10-13 years old. AWLA 2018 Kid's Club members will meet monthly on scheduled Mondays in 2018 to learn about how AWLA operates, meet AWLA staff and/or area animal welfare professionals (at select meetings), learn about animals in our care and much more. Kids club members will also…
Deck The Kennels (with Kongs and Catnip!)
Join us on December 22nd and help us Deck the Kennels with Kongs and Catnip! You're invited to stop by the shelter anytime between 1pm - 4pm to make fun and delicious enrichment activities for our shelter pets. After you finish your creations, you can walk through the shelter and take a look at all…
Join us at the Holiday Photo Booth at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City to Support AWLA!
Please join us at the Holiday Photo Booth (for people only) at the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, 1100 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202 look for our booth! AWLA volunteers will be taking fun holiday photos of your friends and family. Take a break from your shopping to capture a holiday memory!
Join us for Your Last Minute Holiday Gift Wrapping at AWLA to Support AWLA!
Join us for your last minute holiday gift wrapping at Animal Welfare League of Arlington. AWLA volunteers will wrap your gifts. There is a suggested donation of $3 for one item or $10 for four items AWLA will receive 100% of the proceeds for this event.
Red Cross Blood Drive at AWLA
Please join us for a Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, January 2 from 10:00 AM- 2:30 PM at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington in the Education Room. To schedule an appointment, please sign up online. Please follow blood drive signs when you arrive for your appointment. You can complete your Rapid Pass on the…
Pet Loss Support
Our pets are important members of the family. They are devoted companions who give us their unconditional love and acceptance. For a pet caregiver, the loss of a companion animal can be one of life’s most difficult experiences. When we lose a beloved friend, it often helps by sharing our feelings with others who have…
Puppy Yoga with Beth A Wolfe
Join us for a very special yoga class with a litter of adorable beagle mix puppies! This is an all-level, mellow, yoga practice for people ages 10 and older. (Children under 15 MUST practice ALONG with an adult.) We will practice yoga at the shelter while the puppies roam and play around us. Bring your…
Kid’s Movie Night at AWLA (for ages 6-10 years old)
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.…
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…
Insta-Pets: How to Make Your Pet Instagram Famous
Is your dog the cutest thing since sliced bread, but they still only have 15 followers on Instagram? Does your cat do more tricks than Penn & Teller, but only your mom and dad are seeing the amazing feats? Have you set up the cutest Instagram account ever for your animal, but you can't get over…
Baby-Ready Pets Class
Every year, thousands of animals are turned into shelters by parents concerned about how their pet may affect the health and safety of their new baby. Any pet can have undesirable, although natural reactions to a new baby. New sounds, smells, and activities surrounding an infant may cause a pet to see the baby as…
Doggy Massage Class
Prepare you and your true love for the gift of massage this Valentine's Day. Come learn the benefits of doggy massage, how to perform it, and how to enhance your doggy's life with this fun and informative class. This class will include a brief introduction to doggy massage and its benefits followed by a…
Grown-Up Movie Night…with Puppies!
Watch a movie, cuddle puppies, help shelter animals! On Tuesday, March 13th, from 7-9pm, we'll have a pop-up movie night for grown-ups to come cuddle some puppies and watch a movie! We've got five adorable chihuahua mix puppies looking for people to socialize with while they prepare to find their forever homes. Tickets are $30…
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…
Pet Nutrition 101
What Are You Buying with Your Pet Food? Grain-free. All-natural. High protein. Real meat. Superfood. View Event A pet’s diet is the most critical factor in their health and longevity. Are you confident with the food you offer your furry companion? Recalls of commercial foods are frequently in the news, labeling can be misleading and…
AWLA Career Day for ages 13-18 years old. Registration required(space limited)-CANCELLED
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO LOW REGISTRATION Is your teen (ages 13-18) interested in a career with animals? Sign your teen up for AWLA's Career Day on Tuesday, March 27th from 12- 4 PM. This event is FREE but registration is REQUIRED as this event is space-limited and ONLINE ONLY. Participants in our AWLA…
Kitten Academy New Foster Training
It's kitten season and AWLA is holding a training session for people interested in joining our Kitten Academy foster team. Registrants will be divided into classes - Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior - based upon experience-level, and training will be customized accordingly. If you have questions about the class, please email foster@awla.org! We look forward…
A Talk with Gene Baur, Founder of Farm Sanctuary
Join as we welcome Gene Baur to AWLA!
Gene Baur has been hailed as “the conscience of the food movement” by Time magazine. Since the mid-1980s, he has traveled extensively, campaigning to raise awareness about the abuses of industrialized factory farming and our system of cheap food production.
A pioneer in the field of undercover investigations and farm animal rescue, Gene has visited hundreds of farms, stockyards, and slaughterhouses, documenting the deplorable conditions. His pictures and videos exposing factory farming cruelties have aired nationally and internationally, educating millions about the plight of modern farm animals, and his rescue work inspired an international farm sanctuary movement.
Pet Loss Support Group
Our pets are important members of the family. They are devoted companions who give us their unconditional love and acceptance. For a pet caregiver, the loss of a companion animal can be one of life’s most difficult experiences. When we lose a beloved friend, it often helps by sharing our feelings with others who have…
The Asher House Meet n Greet & Adoption Event
The Asher House is on a mission across the country! With his six rescue dogs in tow, Lee Asher is highlighting the importance of companionship and pet adoption and he’ll be making a stop at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington on Thursday, April 12th from 3-5 p.m. for a special meet 'n' greet and adoption event!…
AWLA Animal Ambassadors: Foster Program Info Session
Join us at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington on April 14th to learn more about becoming an AWLA Animal Ambassador! Animal Ambassadors is a new part of our current Foster Program that focuses on getting adoption ready dogs (and sometimes cats!) out of the kennels and into foster homes so that their personalities can…
Baby-Ready Pets Class
Every year, thousands of animals are turned into shelters by parents concerned about how their pet may affect the health and safety of their new baby. Any pet can have undesirable, although natural reactions to a new baby. New sounds, smells, and activities surrounding an infant may cause a pet to see the baby as…
Support AWLA by dining at Sushi-Zen Japanese Restaurant
Who knew you could eat sushi and help animals in need at the same time?! Treat yourself to a delicious dinner at Sushi Zen Japanese Restaurant on April 18th and up to 20% of proceeds will be donated directly to AWLA! AWLA will receive an additional $5 for each new person that applies for the…
Concert in the Vines
Join Keller Williams Capitol Properties for the 6th KW Rocks! Concert in the Vines + Silent Auction - featuring Phoenix 90! 100% of net proceeds go to make a difference toward Main Street Child Development Center, Roc Solid Foundation and the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. WHEN: Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 7:00pm WHERE: Paradise…
Dinner with a Purpose
Are you HUNGRY to help a worthwhile cause? Please join the Arlington Jaycees on Monday April 23 from 6pm to 9pm at the Silver Diner in Clarendon as we partner with the AWLA to improve the lives of animals in need. Here’s how it works: Come for dinner on April 23 anytime between 6pm and 9pm and Silver Diner will donate a portion of the proceeds…
Hiking with Your Pets by REI
Have you ever wanted to go hiking with your dog but you don't know where to start?
Do you hike with your dog all the time, but want to learn about some better gear to take with you?
And what about "leave no trace"...does that apply to your dog too??
We'll answer all of these questions and more at this one-hour talk on all things hiking with pets. REI experts will be here to inform you how to responsibly hike with your pet (dog or cat), what are some good pet-friendly trails, and fill you in on what supplies are necessary (and some accessories that are just fun to have with you)!
Stand Up For Pits with Rebecca Corry
The Stand Up For Pits Foundation is thrilled to be coming back to Arlington for the Stand Up For Pits comedy tour with Rebecca Corry, and this year AWLA is so thrilled to be one of the benefiting shelters! The SUFP Foundation is dedicated to ending abuse, discrimination and saving the lives of pitbull-type dogs.…
Adoption Event at PetSmart
Meet adoptable animals at PetSmart (6100-A Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA) on Friday, April 27th from 3:30PM-6:30PM!
Adoption Event at PetSmart
Join AWLA at PetSmart in Falls Church (6100-A Arlington Blvd) to meet adoptable puppies, and maybe even take home a new best friend!
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.
Baby-Ready Pets
Every year, thousands of animals are turned into shelters by parents concerned about how their pet may affect the health and safety of their new baby. Any pet can have undesirable, although natural reactions to a new baby. New sounds, smells, and activities surrounding an infant may cause a pet to see the baby as…
Adoption Event at PetSmart
Join us at PetSmart Falls Church (6100-A Arlington Blvd) to meet some of our adoptable animals and take home your new best friend!
Adoption Event at Kriser’s Natural Pet Store
Join AWLA at Kriser's Natural Pet at 2501 N Harrison St, Arlington VA, to meet adoptable pets and take home your new best friend!
5th Annual Pops for Pets Concert
Pack a picnic and your pup and join us for an evening of music under the stars at the 5th Annual Pops for Pets Concert on June 24th at Lubber Run Amphitheater. This free community event is great fun! Come early to meet adoptable AWLA dogs and enjoy yummy dog treats provided by Dogma Gourmet…
Estate Planning for Pet Owners
We can't bear to think about losing our pets, but what if they lose you? Come learn how you can provide for your fur family. It's good to be prepared!
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…
‘International House of Cats’ Adoption Event
Our cat kennels are full! So this Wednesday, July 11th (which just so happens to be International Cat Day) we are lowering adoption fees for all cats at our International House of Cats adoption event! $20 for ALL adult cats BOGO on all kittens under 6 months Standard adoption policies and procedures apply. Adoption hours…
PetsMart Adoption Event
Join us at PetSmart (6100-A Arlington Blvd, Falls Church VA) to meet adoptable pets and take home your new best friend! View our adoption policies here: https://www.awla.org/adopt/adoption-process/
Dogma Bakery Adoption Event
Join us at Dogma Bakery in Shirlington to meet adoptable pets and take home your new best friend! View our adoption policies here: https://www.awla.org/adopt/adoption-process/
Puppies and a Movie!
Ever wanted to cuddle with a puppy while watching a movie? Now's your chance!
It's Christmas in July and we have some puppies who are ready to celebrate! We'll be showing a holiday movie and hosting a movie night with at least 6 hound-mix puppies as they prepare to get ready for adoption.
Pet Boarding: How, where, and what to look for
It's 10am, do you know where your dog is?
Well, we assume you do, but if your pup is at a boarding facility...how did you choose it? Are there standards with which boarding facilities must comply? (Hint: the answer is a shocking no!) Who is looking after your best friend when you can't?
We know that your furry companions mean the world to you, so we want to help you find just the right place for them. That's why we've invited Jess Ward, Operations Manager and Behaviorist at The Board Hound, to join us on Tuesday, July 31 at 6:30 PM to tell us what to look for in a doggy daycare or boarding facility, what questions to ask, and what should make you run for the door!
Well-Mannered Mutts Training Class
Join us at AWLA every Sunday for our "Well-Mannered Mutts" training class! Members of our Behavior Team will work with you and your dogs on basic cues, common behavior issues, and more! This class is for dogs (and their owners) ages 6 months and older. The curriculum will be based on each dogs' needs each…
Indoor Cats: How to Stop Boredom and Save Their Sanity
Are your cats bored? They don't need to be! View Event You always hear about how to keep your dogs exercised and entertained, but what about cats? They deserve (and need!) just as much mental stimulation and playtime as dogs. But what do they need? How much time should you spend on enrichment with your…
Clear the Shelters
AWLA is excited to once again be participating in NBC and Telemundo 44's national Clear the Shelters adoption event! At last year's event, more than 150,000 pets were adopted across the country, and this year we hope to do our part in finding even more animals new homes! Adoption fees will be waived for ALL pets on Saturday, August 18th,…
Well-Mannered Mutts Training Class
Join us at AWLA every Sunday for our "Well-Mannered Mutts" training class! Members of our Behavior Team will work with you and your dogs on basic commands, common behavior issues, and more! This class is for dogs (and their owners) ages 6 months and older. The curriculum will be based on each dogs' needs each…
Low-Cost Rabies & Microchip Clinic
August is our busiest clinic! Consider arriving during the second hour for a shorter wait. 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…
Well-Mannered Mutts Training Class
Join us at AWLA every Sunday for our "Well-Mannered Mutts" training class! Members of our Behavior Team will work with you and your dogs on basic commands, common behavior issues, and more! This class is for dogs (and their owners) ages 6 months and older. The curriculum will be based on each dogs' needs each…
Baby-Ready Pets
Baby-Ready Pets Every year, thousands of animals are turned into shelters by parents concerned about how their pet may affect the health and safety of their new baby. Any pet can have undesirable, although natural reactions to a new baby. New sounds, smells, and activities surrounding an infant may cause a pet to see the…
Well-Mannered Mutts Training Class
Join us at AWLA every Sunday for our "Well-Mannered Mutts" training class! Members of our Behavior Team will work with you and your dogs on basic commands, common behavior issues, and more! This class is for dogs (and their owners) ages 6 months and older. The curriculum will be based on each dogs' needs each…
Kids’ Movie Night at AWLA
Register now for AWLA’s Kids' Movie night for children ages 6-10 years old. Movie night is from 5:30-8:30 PM. Registered participants are invited to attend in PJs and to bring a blanket/pillow for cozy movie viewing. Due to parent feedback, we have increased the length of Kids' Movie Night and will include additional activities. We will…
CANCELLED – Well-Mannered Mutts Training Class
Join us at AWLA every Sunday for our "Well-Mannered Mutts" training class! Members of our Behavior Team will work with you and your dogs on basic commands, common behavior issues, and more! This class is for dogs (and their owners) ages 6 months and older. The curriculum will be based on each dogs' needs each…
Kitten Kindergarten (Session 1)
It's Back to School and if you added a tiny new feline addition to your home this may be the class for you! To help your kitten start out with their best paw forward the Animal Welfare League of Arlington is offering a brand new program to help make life easier for both you and your kitten. How…
Grown-Up Movie Night…with Puppies!
PUPPIES AND TORNADOES AND SHARKS, oh my!
Time to get a little refresher from all of this rain...and we have some puppies who have been cooped up inside and are ready to play with YOU! We can't tell you exactly what movie we'll be showing but here are some clues: All the puppies are named after sharks and we've been inspired by the recent weather...so let's just say, it's gonna be fun and probably a little ridiculous. We'll have 6 puppies dressed in their shark outfits (for as long as they allow us to keep them on) as they prepare to get ready for adoption.
This event will be floor seating with some dog beds and limited chair seating. You can bring your own pillows and blankets to sit on as well (just please be aware that puppies do have accidents so don't bring anything you don't mind possibly getting dirty). Please feel free to bring your own food and drinks (just remember that there will be puppies roaming around who love to eat anything...before they tire and fall asleep in your lap of course). BYOB.
This is an event geared towards adults, but check out more events on awla.org/events for upcoming children's movie nights.
Tickets are $30 - click the sign up button above to register today before all of the puppy play is sold out!
Kitten Kindergarten (Session 2)
It's Back to School and if you added a tiny new feline addition to your home this may be the class for you! To help your kitten start out with their best paw forward the Animal Welfare League of Arlington is offering a brand new program to help make life easier for both you and your kitten. How…
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…
Kitten College Foster Training
The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is one of the only shelters in the nation that takes in kittens from other jurisdictions. In fact, AWLA takes in just a very few kittens from Arlington County, thanks to our highly successful trap-neuter-return program that has greatly reduced the population of feral cats. Instead, the Kitten College…
Pet Loss Support
Our pets are important members of the family. They are devoted companions who give us their unconditional love and acceptance. For a pet caregiver, the loss of a companion animal can be one of life’s most difficult experiences. When we lose a beloved friend, it often helps by sharing our feelings with others who have…
Baby-Ready Pets
Every year, thousands of animals are turned into shelters by parents concerned about how their pet may affect the health and safety of their new baby. Any pet can have undesirable, although natural reactions to a new baby. New sounds, smells, and activities surrounding an infant may cause a pet to see the baby as…
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…
Smarty Pets: Feeding the Finicky Cat
Got a picky eater? Pick this class.
Diet is the foundation of our cats' health, but we know our cats have a mind of their own when it comes to food. Or do they?
With over two decades in the pet industry and working with the finicky feline, PetSage founder Terri Grow has a few insights in to your cat's palate, food addictions and commercial pet food manipulations. What is “best” for one cat may not be the “best” for yours. Her experience will help you separate fact from fiction to find the food that’s right for your finicky feline. Terri will also share a few tricks of the trade for those times when you are at your wit’s end.
And don't worry, you won't go home empty handed. Terri will have some free samples to test out with your newfound cat food knowledge!
Wolfenoot Adoption Party
Celebrate the Spirit of the Wolf with us on November 23rd! Wolfenoot is a brand new holiday being celebrated across the world. It was recently invented by a seven-year-old boy in New Zealand, who wanted to create a holiday that celebrated dogs (and all animals) and those who love them. The original idea of…
Puppy Yoga – CANCELLED
Unfortunately, our litter of puppies are a little under the weather, and out of an abundance of caution, we decided it was best that they do not attend puppy yoga so that they can rest and recuperate. We know that many of you may be disappointed (we are too), but the puppies' health and well-being…
Holiday Pawtraits!
Join Jeremy Robbin Photography and the Animal Welfare League of Arlington for a fun and festive photo session with your animal companions. 100% of the $35 session fee benefits AWLA's mission to improve the lives of animals...and you get the added bonus of some adorable photos!
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…
Gifts That Give Hope Alternative Gift-Giving Fair
AWLA will be participating in the Gifts That Give Hope Fair again this year on Saturday, Dec 8th from 10 AM- 2 PM. This alternative gift-giving fair puts a new spin on gift-giving. The concept is simple: fair participants and online shoppers make a donation to one of our locally-based nonprofits, personalize a Gifts That Give…
Baby-Ready Pets
Every year, thousands of animals are turned into shelters by parents concerned about how their pet may affect the health and safety of their new baby. Any pet can have undesirable, although natural reactions to a new baby. New sounds, smells, and activities surrounding an infant may cause a pet to see the baby as…
AWLA Kids’ HOLIDAY Movie Night at AWLA
Register now for AWLA’s Kids' Movie night for children ages 6-10 years old. Movie night is from 5:30-8:30 PM. Registered participants are invited to attend in PJs and to bring a blanket/pillow for cozy movie viewing. We will be playing a HOLIDAY movie, have a tour of the shelter, have an animal interaction and serve…
Introduction to Nosework for Dogs
Join us at AWLA for our first 'Introduction to Nosework' class! Click here to sign up. This class will give dogs and their people a chance to learn more about this fun sport. Nosework has become increasingly popular in the past several years. It is a great activity you can enjoy with your dog that…
Home for the Holidays
Give the gift of family this holiday season: foster a shelter pet through our Home for the Holidays program! From December 20th to 27th, we are inviting local families to give shelter a break from their kennels and bring them home for the holidays. Our goal is to get as many animals as…
Gift-Wrapping for Good
Join us for your last minute holiday gift wrapping at Animal Welfare League of Arlington. AWLA elves (aka volunteers) will wrap your gifts. There is a suggested donation of $3 for one item or $10 for four items AWLA will receive 100% of the proceeds for this event. If you need a gift for your…
Pet Loss Support Group
Our pets are important members of the family. They are devoted companions who give us their unconditional love and acceptance. For a pet caregiver, the loss of a companion animal can be one of life’s most difficult experiences. When we lose a beloved friend, it often helps by sharing our feelings with others who have…
Smarty Pets Series: Common Cat Behavior Problems (and how to fix them)
Do you have issues with litterbox problems? Maybe your cat is destructively scratching your beautiful new furniture or they're having some play behavior issues. Our cat expert, Teresa Villatoro, is here to help you understand, breakdown, and constructively address these issues.
Baby-Ready Pets
Every year, thousands of animals are turned into shelters by parents concerned about how their pet may affect the health and safety of their new baby. Any pet can have undesirable, although natural reactions to a new baby. New sounds, smells, and activities surrounding an infant may cause a pet to see the baby as…
Galentine’s Day Adoption Event
Treat yo' self to a new BFF this Galentine's Day! On February 13th from 12-7PM, we'll have 'pick-a-price' adoption fees for all pets older than 6 months! What is Galentine's Day, you ask? It's only the best day of the year, February 13th, where you hang out with your gal pals, just ladies celebrating ladies!…
Kitten College Foster Training
The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is one of the only shelters in the nation that takes in kittens from other jurisdictions. In fact, AWLA takes in just a very few kittens from Arlington County, thanks to our highly successful trap-neuter-return program that has greatly reduced the population of feral cats. Instead, the Kitten College…
Smarty Pets: Enriched and Engaged
When snow falls and temperatures drops, our canine friends have fewer opportunities to go outside and get the physical and mental exercise that they need.
During this program AWLA’s very own Dog Behaviorist, Kat Heckert, will teach dog moms and dads how to combat the winter confinement blues with fun indoor games and enrichment activities, like food puzzles and scent work.
Barks and Barrels
Come on out to Barrel Oak Winery for a spring fundraiser for the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. We'll have the space all to ourselves...and some adoptable dogs!
Fun times include live music, a silent auction, donation drive, adoptable dogs, and a dog-friendly winery/brewery. Feel free to being your own pooch along as well! For all drink purchases made, Barrel Oak Winery will donate 10% of their proceeds to AWLA (merchandise purchases not included).
Game of Homes Adoption Event
Prepare yourselves...friendship is coming! This weekend, travel to Westeros (aka the Animal Welfare League of Arlington) and adopt your very own Arya Bark, Samwell Tabby, or Rabbit Baratheon with 'Name Your Price' adoption fees! A Lannister always pays his debts, you know... Our Game of Homes adoption event is from Friday, April 12th until Sunday,…
AWLA Career Morning
Is your teen (ages 13-18) interested in a career with animals? Participants in our AWLA Career Morning will meet shelter staff and hear about several different careers in animal welfare, learn about AWLA, tour our facility and have a chance to ask questions about their career interests. This event is FREE but registration is…
Smarty Pets: Our Wild Neighbors
Sponsored by Dogma Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique. We've all seen animals in distress or without a parent in the spring, but do we know what to do?
Smarty Pets: Estate Planning for Pets
Sponsored by Dogma Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique. We can't bear to think about losing our pets, but what if they lost you?
Mother’s Day Adoption Weekend
To all you dog moms and cat moms (and wannabe dog moms and cat moms)...this is your weekend! We're offering 50% off adoption fees for ALL pets (6 months +) from May 11-12. Check out all of the pets who are looking for homes at www.awla.org/adopt/adopt-a-dog. Regular adoption policies still apply.
AWLA’s 75th Anniversary
Please join us to Celebrate AWLA's 75th Anniversary & our newly renovated front office Friday, June 7 at 12:30 p.m. Ribbon-cutting & Proclamation followed by light refreshments RSVP to Kat Williams via email at kwilliams@awla.org
75th Anniversary Adoption Special
Celebrate AWLA's 75th anniversary with 75% off adoption fees! Bring a gift* for a shelter pet and receive 75% off adoption fees for ALL animals 6 months and older! We have so many wonderful pets looking for homes of their own. What better way to honor AWLA's 75 years of saving lives than by bringing…
Walk for the Animals: 75th Anniversary Homecoming
View Event On Saturday, June 8, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., AWLA invites you to Walk for the Animals and celebrate our 75th anniversary of improving the lives of animals in our community. This event will be a Homecoming jubilee, so adopters and alumni: come party at your alma mater! You’ll be in great…
CPRO Movie Night: E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
AWLA is excited to be a special guest at the Columbia Pike Revitalization Organization's Movie Night on August 16th! Come watch a free movie, learn more about AWLA, and meet adoptable pups! Find out more info about CPRO's Movie Night here!
Love is Love: Late-Nite Kitten Adoption Party
Join us on June 25th from 6-9PM for your last (and purrfect) chance to celebrate National Pride Month...with kittens! We have so many adorable kittens looking for new families, and they can't wait to meet YOU! Here at AWLA we know families come in all shapes and sizes...so bring your family to party with…
Smarty Pets: Pet Preparedness
Sponsored by Dogma Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique. Natural disasters happen. Are you prepared for you and your pets?
Pet Loss Support Group Meeting
Our pets are important members of the family. They are devoted companions who give us their unconditional love and acceptance. For a pet caregiver, the loss of a companion animal can be one of life’s most difficult experiences. When we lose a beloved friend, it often helps by sharing our feelings with others who have…
Smarty Pets: Kitten Ready Homes – CANCELLED
Sponsored by Dogma Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique. You want a kitten, but are you ready? AWLA's Training & Cat Behavior Counselor Teresa Villatoro will be with us to discuss all things kitten.
Yappy Hour at William Jeffrey’s Tavern
Come out to William Jeffrey's Tavern every Monday from 5-7pm for drink specials, complimentary treats for your four-legged friends, and raffle prizes from Loyal Companion, The Board Hound, and more! Proceeds from raffle prizes to benefit AWLA. And of course we'll have an adoptable dog or two to meet, greet, and say hi to…
Smarty Pets: Crate Training
Sponsored by Dogma Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique. Is crate training useful? Is it a punishment? What can I use the crate for? Will my dog be unhappy the whole time they're in their crate?! AWLA's Training & Behavior Associate Kat Heckert will discuss all things crate training!
Yappy Hour at William Jeffrey’s Tavern
Come out to William Jeffrey's Tavern every Monday from 5-7pm for drink specials, complimentary treats for your four-legged friends, and raffle prizes from Loyal Companion, The Board Hound, and more! Proceeds from raffle prizes to benefit AWLA. And of course we'll have an adoptable dog or two to meet, greet, and say hi to…
