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…
Kitten Yoga
Yoga with Kittens! Please join us for an all-level, mellow, playful yoga practice for people ages 10 and older. We will enjoy a casual yoga practice at the shelter while kittens roam among us. There will be plenty of time allotted for kitten snuggling and photos. BYO yoga mat. The Animal Welfare League of Arlington…
Join us at the Arlington County Fair
AWLA will be at the Arlington County Fair August 16th-18th! Please drop by our indoor booth during the indoor fair hours to ask questions and learn about community services/resources available to pet owners. We hope to see you there!
CPRO Movie Night: E.T. the Extraterrestrial
AWLA is excited to be a special guest at the Columbia Pike Revitalization Organization's Movie Night on August 16th, with a showing of "E.T. the Extraterrestrial"! Join us for a fun evening of film, learn about AWLA and meet an adoptable pup or two! You can learn more about this event here!
Clear the Shelters!
One of the best days of the year is back - Clear the Shelters will take place at AWLA on August 17th, from 11-4PM! Adoption fees will be waived for ALL animals on Clear the Shelters Day (regular adoption policies and procedures apply). Clear the Shelters is a groundbreaking pet adoption campaign that takes place…
CPRO Movie Night: Life in the Doghouse
AWLA is excited to be a special guest at the Columbia Pike Revitalization Organization's Movie Night on August 17th, with a showing of "Life in the Doghouse"! Join us for a fun evening of film, learn about AWLA and meet an adoptable pup or two! You can learn more about this event here!
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…
Baby Ready Pets
Baby-Ready Pets offers preparation and assistance to help expectant families prepare their home and their pets for the arrival of the new baby and to make sure that it is a safe and (relatively) stress-free experience for all. This seminar is based on a program created by the Providence Animal Rescue League and the Rhode…
Low-Cost Rabies and Microchip Clinic
Virginia law requires that all dogs and cats four months of age and older have a current rabies vaccine. 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…
Join us at WAGS N’ WHISKERS in Shirlington
Stop by the AWLA booth at Wags 'n' Whiskers. Wags n’ Whiskers is a community-oriented event for animal-loving shoppers of all ages to spend an afternoon at The Village at Shirlington with their pets. The 12th Annual Wags n' Whiskers event will feature 65+ onsite exhibitors ranging from pet services and accessories to onsite adoptions. In…
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…
Pop-Up for Pets Talk: Estate Planning for Pets
This talk is back by popular demand! Don't miss your chance to learn important information to protect your pets in case you won't be able to...
Baby Ready Pets
Baby-Ready Pets offers preparation and assistance to help expectant families prepare their home and their pets for the arrival of the new baby and to make sure that it is a safe and (relatively) stress-free experience for all. This seminar is based on a program created by the Providence Animal Rescue League and the Rhode…
Smarty Pets: Responsible Pet Ownership for Kids!
Sponsored by Dogma Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique. Bring the kids out to AWLA for a one-hour session to discuss what it takes to own an animal. Chief of Animal Control Jennifer Toussaint will present an engaging lesson for children on how to prepare for owning a pet, how much work goes into it, and how to responsibly care for their pet. Children who already own pets or want to own them are welcome!
Pop-Up for Pets: First Aid for Pets
We all want the best for our pets. We research the best foods and the best toys and the best...everything! But do you know what to do if an emergency strikes?
Low-Cost Rabies and Microchip Clinic
Virginia law requires that all dogs and cats four months of age and older have a current rabies vaccine. 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…
SOLD OUT Drag Queen Bingo…with Tiny Kittens!
Join the Animal Welfare League of Arlington and Caring Hands Animal Support & Education on October 6th at the Arlington Drafthouse Cinema for a fun-filled evening to help raise critical funds for animals in need. The Imperial Court of Washington DC will be our MC’s for the night, bringing a little bit (...or a lot)…
Smarty Pets: Teenage Kittens…and how to survive them
AWLA's Training & Cat Behavior Counselor Teresa Villatoro is here to help make the kitten years fly by with more fun than fear. We'll discuss what to expect, what to do, and how to help get that boundless energy out.
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…
Pups, Purrs, and Pumpkins Adoption Event
On October 10 from 12-7PM, AWLA will be offering Pick-Your-Price adoption fees for all adoptable animals (aged 6 months +)! We'll also have pumpkin treats generously donated by Trader Joe's for you to enjoy while you search for your new best friend. We have so many wonderful pets waiting to become a part of…
Low-Cost Rabies and Microchip Clinic
Virginia law requires that all dogs and cats four months of age and older have a current rabies vaccine. 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…
Baby Ready Pets
Baby-Ready Pets offers preparation and assistance to help expectant families prepare their home and their pets for the arrival of the new baby and to make sure that it is a safe and (relatively) stress-free experience for all. This seminar is based on a program created by the Providence Animal Rescue League and the Rhode…
Sit, Stay, Cider!
CALLING ALL DOGS (and their 21+ humans too)! We've got a great evening planned for you at Lost Boy Cider where you can meet new furiends, and maybe even see some old ones while you're at it!
We've also got lots of fun stuff to keep you entertained: cider will be flowing all night long, and someone will be singing and strumming on some instrument, and most importantly your pups get to strut their stuff in the cutest/funniest/most unique Halloween costume you can whip up for our Doggie Costume Contest! Get ready to be judged and, if you're lucky, your pup will be crowned AWLA's Next Top Halloweiner! Does your pup have what it takes?!
Get your tickets today!
Nats Win the World Series! Celebrate with Pick-Your-Price adoption fees!
Last night, the Washington Nationals became World Series Champions, so today we are celebrating with PICK-YOUR-PRICE adoption fees for ALL animals at AWLA (today only, 12-7PM)! Standard adoption policies and procedures apply. Click here to see adoptable animals.
Smarty Pets: The Care and Keeping of Senior Cats
Just like kittens, senior cats have their own set of rules to help them live their best lives. AWLA's Training & Behavior Counselor Teresa Villatoro will be talking to us about how to tailor what you're used to caring for your cat to its needs as they grow older.
Low-Cost Rabies and Microchip Clinic
Virginia law requires that all dogs and cats four months of age and older have a current rabies vaccine. 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…
Smarty Pets: Bunny-Ready Homes
You've loved bunnies forever but...what are they like as pets? AWLA's Adoptions Counselor Jose Serrano is here to discuss everything bunnies. Learn what to feed them, how to house them, and what they need for enrichment.
Kitten Yoga
Join us for an all-level, mellow, playful yoga practice for people ages 10 and older. We will enjoy a casual yoga practice at the shelter while kittens roam among us. There will be plenty of time allotted for kitten snuggling and photos. BYO yoga mat. Registration fees benefit AWLA! There are two yoga sessions on…
Meet A Doggy Defender!
Join AWLA and National Geographic Kids on Saturday, December 14th to meet some of the stars of the Nat Geo’s Doggy Defenders book series! From 11AM-2PM, Tiger, from the Metropolitan Police Dept of DC, and Willow, a local therapy dog, will be at the shelter to sign pawtographs and Nat Geo will have the Doggy…
Baby Ready Pets
Baby-Ready Pets offers preparation and assistance to help expectant families prepare their home and their pets for the arrival of the new baby and to make sure that it is a safe and (relatively) stress-free experience for all. This seminar is based on a program created by the Providence Animal Rescue League and the Rhode…
A Holiday Affair: Flashback to the Forties Fundraiser
You're Invited! The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is taking it back to where it all began with a 1940's Holiday Affair on Monday, December 16 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Signature Theatre will be transformed for our Flashback to the Forties Fundraiser and final celebration of AWLA's 75th Anniversary year. Tickets ($75 for our 75th year)…
Home for the Holidays
Give the gift of family this holiday season: Take a shelter pet on a holiday sleepover through our Home for the Holidays program! From December 21st to 27th, we are inviting local families to give shelter animals a break from their kennels and bring them home for the holidays. Our goal is to get as…
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…
Low-Cost Rabies Vaccine & Microchip Clinic
Virginia law requires that all dogs and cats four months of age and older have a current rabies vaccine. 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…
Scarlett’s 21st Birthday Party
Scarlett, a gorgeous adoptable kitty, is turning an amazing 21 years old this month (which is about 100 years old in 'cat years')...so of course we have to throw her a party! We are inviting you to come and celebrate Scarlett's 21st birthday with on on Saturday, January 25th at 1:00PM at New District…
Kitten Yoga
Please join us for an all-level, mellow, playful yoga practice for people ages 10 and older with Beth A Wolfe Yoga. We will enjoy a casual yoga practice at the shelter while kittens roam among us. There will be plenty of time allotted for kitten snuggling and photos. BYO yoga mat. AWLA provide the adoptable…
Pet-Harmony Adoption Event
We've helped thousands of pets and people find love...and now it's your turn! Join us on Thursday, February 13th for a very special Pet-Harmony Adoption Event, where our experienced match-makers will help you find a date in time for Valentine's Day! Here how it works: Drop by the shelter and fill out our Pet-Harmony Compatibility…
Adoption Event at Dogma Bakery
Join us at Dogma Bakery on the third Saturday of every month from 10AM - 12PM to meet adoptable pets and find your new family member! Our experienced staff and volunteers will be on hand to help you choose your new pet and guide you through the adoption process. Standard adoption policies and procedures apply.…
Adoption Event at PetValu
Join us at PetValu on the fourth Saturday of every month from 10AM - 12PM to meet adoptable pets and find your new family member! Our experienced staff and volunteers will be on hand to help you choose your new pet and guide you through the adoption process. Standard adoption policies and procedures apply. Find…
Kitten Yoga
Please join us for an all-level, mellow, playful yoga practice for people ages 10 and older with Beth A Wolfe Yoga. We will enjoy a casual yoga practice at the shelter while kittens roam among us. There will be plenty of time allotted for kitten snuggling and photos. BYO yoga mat. AWLA provide the adoptable…
Cupid’s Cuties Adoption Event
Everyone has fallen in love with our little local celebrity, Cupid, but in the end only one family can adopt him. We hope that his story will inspire the rest of our community to adopt a new pet of their own, one that deserves and needs a home just as much as Cupid! From…
CANCELLED – Adoption Event at Loyal Companion
Unfortunately this adoption event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. Please visit the shelter to meet our adoptable animals! Join us at Loyal Companion Pet Store on the first Saturday of every month from 10AM - 12PM to meet adoptable pets and find your new family member! Our experienced staff and volunteers will be…
Smarty Pets: Cat Enrichment – Clicker Training
AWLA's Training & Cat Behavior Counselor Teresa Villatoro has shown you the basics of cat enrichment to keep indoor cats happy and healthy in the home, now she goes a step further with clicker training and outdoor adventures!
CANCELED – Adoption Event at Petsmart
Due to current circumstances, this event has been canceled. Read more here. Join us at Petsmart on the second Saturday of every month from 10AM - 12PM to meet adoptable pets and find your new family member! Our experienced staff and volunteers will be on hand to help you choose your new pet and guide…
CANCELED – Adoption Event at Dogma Bakery
Due to current circumstances, this event has been canceled. Read more here. Join us at Dogma Bakery on the third Saturday of every month from 10AM – 12PM to meet adoptable pets and find your new family member! Our experienced staff and volunteers will be on hand to help you choose your new pet and…
CANCELED – Adoption Event at PetValu
Due to current circumstances, this event has been canceled. Read more here. Join us at PetValu on the fourth Saturday of every month from 10AM - 12PM to meet adoptable pets and find your new family member! Our experienced staff and volunteers will be on hand to help you choose your new pet and guide…
CANCELED – Low-Cost Rabies Vaccine & Microchip Clinic
Due to current circumstances, this event has been canceled. Read more here. Virginia law requires that all dogs and cats four months of age and older have a current rabies vaccine. 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…
Virtual Puppy Yoga
Since you can't come to puppy yoga right now, we're bringing puppy yoga to you! Join Beth A Wolfe and a litter of puppies (via puppy cam from their foster home) for a one hour family yoga session to benefit AWLA. Gather the family and zoom into this adorable virtual family yoga class! We'll do…
Porch Portraits
Find Love Online Adoption Event
We’re partnering with Best Friends Animal Society to help you Find Love Online! From May 27-31, we're offering 50% off adoption fees for our amazing senior pets, who are all looking for families to spend their golden years with! Get more info on our senior pets and our virtual adoption process here.
Porch Portraits
AWLA Calendar Contest
It’s Time For Your Pet To Strike A Pose! Welcome to the Animal Welfare League of Arlington's Calendar Contest Fundraiser! This is your chance to make your pet a local celebrity, with their photo on the cover of our 2020/2021 calendar (yep, that’s right, this year we’re printing a 16-month calendar)! Each photo entry and…
National Adoption Weekend
We are proud to be partnering with ASPCA to celebrate National Adoption Weekend from June 5-7! AWLA will be offering half-off adoption fees for select pets - look for a heart on our pets' profile photos to see who is eligible for a discount! Learn more about our virtual adoption process here: www.awla.org/adopt/adoption-process/
Drive-Up Rabies & Microchip Clinic
AWLA is excited to be hosting Drive-Up Rabies & Microchip Clinics! These clinics will be by reservation only. You must sign up in advance for a designated time. Sign-ups for each date will open a week before the clinic date. We will not serve walk-ins at this clinic. All humans need to wear a mask at all times, and maintain…
Rabies & Microchip Clinic
AWLA is excited to be hosting Rabies & Microchip Clinics! These clinics will be by reservation only. You must sign up in advance for a designated time. Sign-ups for each date will open a week before the clinic date. We will not serve walk-ins at this clinic. All humans need to wear a mask at all times, and maintain at…
Fall in Love Adoption Event
Fall in Love this October and bring home a new best friend! From October 1st - 7th, AWLA is offering 50% off adoption fees for ALL adult cats (6 months +) both in our shelter and in foster homes. Standard adoption process and policies still apply. Click here for full details on our…
Rabies & Microchip Clinic
AWLA is excited to be hosting Rabies & Microchip Clinics! These clinics will be by reservation only. You must sign up in advance for a designated time. Sign-ups for each date will open a week before the clinic date. We will not serve walk-ins at this clinic. All humans need to wear a mask at all times, and maintain at…
Pet Loss Support 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…
CANCELED – Drag Queen Bingo with Tiny Kittens
*It is with great sadness that due to the COVID-19 pandemic we have decided to cancel the Drag Queen Bingo with Tiny Kittens event this year. * Celebrate Halloween with AWLA, dancing queens, and...tiny kittens! With Arlington's own Ella Fitzgerald as host, we promise an evening of sparkle, cuteness, laughs, and sass. Kittens will be…
Rabies Vaccine & Microchip Clinic
Rabies & Microchip Clinics are by reservation only. You must sign up in advance for a designated time. Sign-ups for each date will open a week before the clinic date. We will not serve walk-ins at this clinic. All humans need to wear a mask at all times, and maintain at appropriate distances of at least 6 feet in all situations. If…
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…
Rabies & Microchip Clinic
Rabies & Microchip Clinics are by reservation only. You must sign up in advance for a designated time. Sign-ups for each date will open a week before the clinic date. We will not serve walk-ins at this clinic. All humans need to wear a mask at all times, and maintain at appropriate distances of at least 6 feet in all situations. If…
Smarty Pets: Dog Enrichment 101
Virtual Puppy Yoga
Join Beth Wolfe LIVE from the "yoga studio" at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington for an hour of yoga with puppies! Before the pandemic, we enjoyed many hours of casual yoga and animal therapy at the AWLA "yoga studio" alongside puppies and kittens. Although we can't meet in person together yet, we hope you'll…
Giving Tuesday
GivingTuesday was created with a simple idea in mind: a day that encourages people to do good. People can show their generosity in lots of ways during GivingTuesday—from helping a neighbor, advocating for an issue, sharing a skill, or giving to causes—because every act of generosity counts. Donate Now
Cat Enrichment 101
We love our indoor cats and want to make sure they have enriched and fulfilling lives. AWLA's Training & Cat Behavior Manager Teresa Villatoro is here to give all the basics for cat enrichment.
CANCELED – Rabies & Microchip Clinic
Unfortunately, due to rising COVID cases in our area, we have decided to cancel our December clinic. We hope to hold our next clinic in February, 2021. If you are in need of clinic services before that time, please click here. Click here to learn more about our Low-Cost Rabies & Microchip Clinics.
Holiday Yappy Hour
Drink, dance, and be merry! Join AWLA to celebrate the holiday season and the coming new year with a mixology lesson, live music from local singer-songwriter Sean Tracy, a visit from a special furry guest, and chance to win a $50 gift card!
Pet Pantry Holiday Deliveries
This year, we are making special pet pantry deliveries to pet families in need of a little holiday cheer! Packages of food and other supplies will be dropped off at our client's doors by our Pet Pantry elves. Any and all residents of Arlington County and Falls Church City can sign up for delivery. Click…
New Year, New Meow!
VirtualStart off the New Year with a new best friend! From Friday, Jan 8th to Sunday, Jan 10th, we are offering $0 adoption fees for ALL of our adult cats*! Find Your New Best Friend *Aged six months and older. Standard adoption policies and procedures apply.
Kids Workshop: Crazy Over Cats
Learn about what makes people love their cats so much! This lesson will involve diving into the history of cats and the many different breeds, behaviors, and keen senses they have, along with many cool facts. Sign Up Now AWLA is now hosting monthly AWLA Workshops in which families can pick and choose what…
Mardi Gras Adoption Week
VirtualLaissez les bons temps rouler! It's the perfect time to bring home your very own Mardi Gras king or queen! From Wednesday, February 10th to Tuesday, February 16, we are offering FREE adoption fees for all adult cats*. So put on your beads, grab a slice of king cake and get ready to let the…
Kids Workshop: Dogs
Learn all about Man's Best Friend! This presentation will cover the origin of dogs, dog behavior and senses, along with safety, fun sports you can do with them, and more. Sign Up Now AWLA is now hosting monthly AWLA Kids Workshops for kids in 4th - 8th grade in which families can pick and…
Smarty Pets: Cat Weight Management
VirtualFULL – 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…
VA SART: Emergency Pet Sheltering Course (Module A)
VirtualYou're invited to join AWLA and Virginia SART for the first module in the Emergency Pet Sheltering Course offered virtually through Zoom! All individuals are welcome, as varied skills and resources are needed. Through Virginia SART, Community Animal Response Teams are tasked with providing professional response and sheltering for animals in an emergency. Volunteers are…
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Microchip Madness Cat Clinic
Animal Welfare League of Arlington 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA, United StatesOn March 8th, 2021, AWLA will be hosting a microchip-only clinic for cats owned by residents of Arlington County and its neighbors! The Microchip Madness Cat Clinic will provide free microchips (including chip registration) to cat owners in Arlington and neighboring counties. As part of the Maddie's Fund No Place Like Home Challenge, we are…
Smarty Pets: Bunny Basics
VirtualKids Workshop: Piggie Palooza
Come learn about one of the greatest small animal pets you can adopt - guinea pigs! Kids will learn all about these fascinating rodents including their care, fun personalities, and more. Sign Up Now AWLA is now hosting monthly AWLA Kids Workshops for kids in 4th - 8th grade 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…
Adopt an Awkward Roommate
VirtualAWLA is offering 50% adoption fees for adult cats* from March 17-22! Roommates - they steal your food, don't respect your boundaries, and leave fur everywhere! We all know that having a cat is just like having a really awkward roommate...and boy, do we love them for it. From March 17-22, you can adopt…
Pet Yoga with Elina
VirtualFitness instructor Elina, of Elina from Sweden, is hosting a special yoga class to benefit AWLA! We will be joining virtually with some of our shelter pets, and of course, your own pets are welcome to join in your workout! Click here to learn more and get your tickets!
