Animal Welfare League of Arlington

Baby-Ready Pets
2017-01-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2017-05-22 18:30 - 20:30, 2017-06-05 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
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 competition, prey, or even a toy.
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 Island SPCA, and has been endorsed by the ASPCA. The Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s staff will present Baby-Ready Pets for expectant parents in a two-hour workshop at the League.
After the program, participants may call or e-mail follow-up questions if they need additional support. Participants will also receive helpful handouts and a CD of baby sounds to help desensitize their pets to the sounds of the new arrival. This is a HUMAN-ONLY class, please leave your pets at home. Baby-Ready Pets sessions are from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, 2650 S. Arlington Mill Drive.
There is no fee for the class, but donations are welcome. Reservations are required and space is limited.
To see available class dates and register for a class, please visit our Baby-Ready Pets Registration Page.

Pet Loss Support
2017-01-11 19:00 - 20:30
Pet Bereavement
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 also experienced a similar loss.
For more than 25 years, Kathy Reiter has helped pet owners cope with their loss through Pet Loss Support Group meetings at local shelters.
Kathy is recognized as the area’s leading authority on pet loss. Kathy is a psychiatric social worker with a specialty in grief and bereavement. She has appeared on Good Morning America,CBS News with Dan Rather and PBS. Kathy has also been featured in The Washington Post, Better Homes and Gardens, Good Housekeeping and other widely-circulated magazines.
Kathy was instrumental in establishing the hospice movement in the United States and was directly responsible for the construction of the first hospice in Arlington, VA. While the Arlington hospice was being built, Kathy’s beloved cat, Prince, was diagnosed with a terminal illness. While being experienced in human loss, Kathy was now faced with impending pet loss of her animal friend. Kathy turned for help, for resources, and yet found none. Through her own personal experience, Kathy came to realize the need for pet loss support, and generously offers her gentle support to anyone who is grappling with such a loss.
The support group will meet quarterly at 7:00 pm on the second Wednesday of the month beginning on October 14, 2015, at the shelter. There is no charge to attend these meetings, and all are welcome. No reservations are required.

Adoption Event
2017-01-15 13:00 - 15:30
Come see us at Unleashed by Petco on Sunday, January 15 from 1:00 – 3:30pm. We will have adoptable animals available! We accept cash or credit only for adoption fees. Please bring your photo i.d. and rental permission if applicable. That way you can take your new pet home on Sunday.

Low-cost Rabies & Microchip Clinic
2017-01-26 18:30 - 20:30, 2017-03-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2017-05-25 18:30 - 20:30, 2017-06-22 18:30 - 20:30
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 appropriately for the weather.
Rabies shot:$10.00
24PetWatch MiniChip: $35.00

Bottle Baby Kitten Class
2017-01-28 10:30 - 12:00
Join us this new year, at our bottle baby workshop hosted by the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (Arlington, VA). In this session, learn what you need to know to successfully care for orphaned or very young kittens needing to be bottle fed. We’ll be presenting life-saving information about how to properly feed and care for kittens less than 5 weeks old. Registration is below.

Adoption Event
2017-02-03 17:00 - 19:30
Come see us at PetSmart Falls Church on Friday, February 3 from 5:30-7:30pm. We will have adoptable animals available! We accept cash or credit only for adoption fees. Please bring your photo i.d. and rental persmission if applicable. That way you can take your new pet home on Friday.

February Fund Run/Walk
2017-02-03 18:00 - 21:00
Please join Team Rescue Tails, the official athletic club supporting the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, at our next monthly “Fund Run” on Friday, February 3.
Details are as follows:
What: Healthy Pet 5k Fund Run/Walk
When: Friday, February 3, 2017
Where: New District Brewing Company
The Route
What Time: Check-in begins at 6 pm and the run/walk begins at 6:30 pm
Hang out at New District Brewing Company after the run/walk for extended happy hour specials until 8:30 pm just for participants!
Please note: strollers and children under the age of 18 are permitted to run or walk, but must be accompanied by an adult. Children over 6 years of age must register. Also, only two-legged runners allowed this time, please do not bring your four legged running friends. Thank you for your understanding!
Your contribution and participation makes a big difference in the lives of the animals! If you attend four of our monthly Fund Runs/Walks, you will get a Team Rescue Tails t-shirt! We look forward to running with you for a good cause! For more information on how to join Team Rescue Tails please visit www.teamrescuetails.com or email: awlateamrescuetails@gmail.com.
Thank you again for your support!
Sincerely,
Shana McDanold & Jen Toussaint
Team Rescue Tails Co-Presidents

Adoption Event
2017-02-11 13:00 - 15:30
Come see us at Unleashed by Petco on Saturday, February 11 from 1:00 – 3:30pm. We will have adoptable animals available! We accept cash or credit only for adoption fees. Please bring your photo i.d. and rental permission if applicable. That way you can take your new pet home on Saturday.

Bottle Baby Kitten Workshop
2017-02-18 13:00 - 14:30
This event has been cancelled.

Adoption Event
2017-02-24 17:00 - 19:30
Come see us at PetSmart Falls Church on Friday, February 24 from 5:30-7:30pm. We will have adoptable animals available! We accept cash or credit only for adoption fees. Please bring your photo i.d. and rental persmission if applicable. That way you can take your new pet home on Friday.

Adoption Event
2017-03-03 17:00 - 19:30
Come see us at PetSmart Falls Church on Friday, March 3 from 5:00-7:30 pm. We will have adoptable animals available! We accept cash or credit only for adoption fees. Please bring your photo i.d. and rental permission if applicable. That way you can take your new pet home on Friday.

March 2017 Fund Run/Walk
2017-03-03 18:00 - 21:00
Please join Team Rescue Tails, the official athletic club supporting the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, at our next monthly “Fund Run” on Friday, March 3.
Details are as follows:
What: Healthy Pet 5k Fund Run/Walk
When: Friday, March 3, 2017
Where: New District Brewing Company
The Route
What Time: Check-in begins at 6 pm and the run/walk begins at 6:30 pm
Hang out at New District Brewing Company after the run/walk for extended happy hour specials until 8:30 pm just for participants!
Please note: strollers and children under the age of 18 are permitted to run or walk, but must be accompanied by an adult. Children over 6 years of age must register. Also, only two-legged runners allowed this time, please do not bring your four legged running friends. Thank you for your understanding!
Your contribution and participation makes a big difference in the lives of the animals! If you attend four of our monthly Fund Runs/Walks, you will get a Team Rescue Tails t-shirt! We look forward to running with you for a good cause! For more information on how to join Team Rescue Tails please visit www.teamrescuetails.com or email: awlateamrescuetails@gmail.com.
Thank you again for your support!
Sincerely,
Shana McDanold & Jen Toussaint
Team Rescue Tails Co-Presidents

Full-Day Kitten Care Workshop
2017-03-04 09:30 - 16:30
Join us at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (Arlington, VA) for a full-day workshop with the National Kitten Coalition covering everything you need to know to successfully care for kittens. From pregnancy and delivery, to bottle-feeding, to illness recognition and treatment, to vaccination and sanitation protocols, to parasites, nutrition, socialization and so much more! We’ll even show you how.

Adoption Event
2017-03-11 13:00 - 15:30
Come see us at Unleashed on Wilson Blvd on Saturday, March 11 from 1:00-3:30 pm. We will have adoptable animals available! We accept cash or credit only for adoption fees. Please bring your photo i.d. and rental permission if applicable. That way you can take your new pet home that day.

Kitten Shower
2017-03-24 18:00 - 20:00
Spring is coming, and with spring comes kittens! We need your help to care for orphaned kittens, mother cats and their babies. Join us on March 24, 2017 from 6:00-8:00pm for a kitten shower, and bring an item from our Kitten Wishlist to donate. You’ll learn about how fostering saves lives, meet ‘n’ greet our fosters and their kittens, make some kitten crafts, more! Register to attend the Kitten Shower here!

April Fund Run/Walk
2017-04-07 18:00 - 21:00
Please join Team Rescue Tails, the official athletic club supporting the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, at our next monthly “Fund Run” on Friday, April 7.
Details are as follows:
What: Healthy Pet 5k Fund Run/Walk
When: Friday, April 7, 2017
Where: New District Brewing Company
The Route
What Time: Check-in begins at 6 pm and the run/walk begins at 6:30 pm
Hang out at New District Brewing Company after the run/walk for extended happy hour specials until 8:30 pm just for participants!
Please note: strollers and children under the age of 18 are permitted to run or walk, but must be accompanied by an adult. Children over 6 years of age must register. Also, only two-legged runners allowed this time, please do not bring your four legged running friends. Thank you for your understanding!
Your contribution and participation makes a big difference in the lives of the animals! If you attend four of our monthly Fund Runs/Walks, you will get a Team Rescue Tails t-shirt! We look forward to running with you for a good cause! For more information on how to join Team Rescue Tails please visit www.teamrescuetails.com or email: awlateamrescuetails@gmail.com.
Thank you again for your support!
Sincerely,
Shana McDanold & Jen Toussaint
Team Rescue Tails Co-Presidents

Pet Loss Support
2017-04-12 19:00 - 20:30
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 also experienced a similar loss.
For more than 25 years, Kathy Reiter has helped pet owners cope with their loss through Pet Loss Support Group meetings at local shelters.
Kathy is recognized as the area’s leading authority on pet loss. Kathy is a psychiatric social worker with a specialty in grief and bereavement. She has appeared on Good Morning America,CBS News with Dan Rather and PBS. Kathy has also been featured in The Washington Post, Better Homes and Gardens, Good Housekeeping and other widely-circulated magazines.
Kathy was instrumental in establishing the hospice movement in the United States and was directly responsible for the construction of the first hospice in Arlington, VA. While the Arlington hospice was being built, Kathy’s beloved cat, Prince, was diagnosed with a terminal illness. While being experienced in human loss, Kathy was now faced with impending pet loss of her animal friend. Kathy turned for help, for resources, and yet found none. Through her own personal experience, Kathy came to realize the need for pet loss support, and generously offers her gentle support to anyone who is grappling with such a loss.
The support group will meet quarterly at 7:00 pm on the second Wednesday of the month beginning on October 14, 2015, at the shelter. There is no charge to attend these meetings, and all are welcome. No reservations are required.

Yappy Hour at Rocklands BBQ
2017-04-27 17:30 - 19:30
Get excited for the Walk on Thursday, April 27 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Rocklands in Arlington at a special Get Your Wag On Happy Hour sponsored by Clarendon Animal Care and Rocklands BBQ. (20% of Happy Hour food and drink sales will be donated to AWLA)

Knit for Shelter Animals
2017-04-27 18:30 - 20:30
Are you an animal enthusiast who loves to knit? Then you’ll love the first ever ‘Knit for Shelter Animals’ event, courtesy of Three Cats And A Dog and Looped Yarn Works! On April 27th at 6:30 come knit a sweater, scarf, blanket, bow, or anything you like for a shelter animal. Three Cats and A Dog will collect hand knits for shelter animals who may otherwise be overlooked by adopters. Help us highlight shelter animals’ inner cuteness with your handmade knits!
You can bring yarn from your stash (100% natural fibers, superwash only please) or buy yarn at Looped for a 15% discount during the event.
Love shelter animals but can’t make the event? Drop off your knitted creation anytime at Looped Yarn Works!
For more info visit threecatsanddog.org

Kitten Workshop
2017-04-29 09:30 - 12:00
Join us at the League, April 22nd, to learn what you need to know to successfully care for orphaned or very young kittens needing to be bottle fed. The National Kitten Coalition will be presenting life-saving information about how to properly feed and care for kittens less than 5 weeks old. They’ll also be presenting information on handling diarrhea in kittens.

May Fund Run/Walk
2017-05-05 18:00 - 21:00
Please join Team Rescue Tails, the official athletic club supporting the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, at our next monthly “Fund Run” on Friday, May 5.
Details are as follows:
What: Healthy Pet 5k Fund Run/Walk
When: Friday, May 5, 2017
Where: New District Brewing Company
The Route
What Time: Check-in begins at 6 pm and the run/walk begins at 6:30 pm
Hang out at New District Brewing Company after the run/walk for extended happy hour specials until 8:30 pm just for participants!
Please note: strollers and children under the age of 18 are permitted to run or walk, but must be accompanied by an adult. Children over 6 years of age must register. Also, only two-legged runners allowed this time, please do not bring your four legged running friends. Thank you for your understanding!
Your contribution and participation makes a big difference in the lives of the animals! If you attend four of our monthly Fund Runs/Walks, you will get a Team Rescue Tails t-shirt! We look forward to running with you for a good cause! For more information on how to join Team Rescue Tails please visit www.teamrescuetails.com or email: awlateamrescuetails@gmail.com.
Thank you again for your support!
Sincerely,
Shana McDanold & Jen Toussaint
Team Rescue Tails Co-Presidents

Walk for the Animals
2017-05-06 09:00 - 13:00
On Saturday, May 6, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., AWLA will once again host its annual Walk for the Animals. A perennial favorite, this event brings together more than 600 local animal lovers and their canine companions for a walk to benefit AWLA shelter animals and support the services and programs that the League provides to the community.
This year, for the first time, AWLA is hosting the Walk and related festivities at the shelter, allowing us to showcase the work we do, where we do it, and, most importantly, the animals in our care. Walkers will have their choice of two routes, a three-mile walk or a one-mile stroll. Both will begin and end at AWLA. Participants can enjoy tours of the shelter, meeting adoptable animals, amusements including a balloon artist, a face painter, and a bouncy house, dog training and trick demonstrations, a doggy costume contest, music, a photo booth, food trucks, vendors, and more!
Since its beginning, more than 20 years ago, the Walk has raised life-saving funds that have provided critical medical care, food, shelter, training and adoption services for tens of thousands of League animals. The Walk for the Animals is the League’s biggest fundraiser, and this year’s fundraising goal is $85,000.
Register today!
Once registered, you will be directed to create a personal fundraising page.

June 2017 Fund Run/Walk
2017-06-02 18:00 - 21:00
Please join Team Rescue Tails, the official athletic club supporting the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, at our next monthly “Fund Run” on Friday, June 2.
Details are as follows:
What: Healthy Pet 5k Fund Run/Walk
When: Friday, June 2, 2017
Where: New District Brewing Company
The Route
What Time: Check-in begins at 6 pm and the run/walk begins at 6:30 pm
Hang out at New District Brewing Company after the run/walk for extended happy hour specials until 8:30 pm just for participants!
Please note: strollers and children under the age of 18 are permitted to run or walk, but must be accompanied by an adult. Children over 6 years of age must register. Also, only two-legged runners allowed this time, please do not bring your four legged running friends. Thank you for your understanding!
Your contribution and participation makes a big difference in the lives of the animals! If you attend four of our monthly Fund Runs/Walks, you will get a Team Rescue Tails t-shirt! We look forward to running with you for a good cause! For more information on how to join Team Rescue Tails please visit www.teamrescuetails.com or email: awlateamrescuetails@gmail.com.
Thank you again for your support!
Sincerely,
Shana McDanold & Jen Toussaint
Team Rescue Tails Co-Presidents

Kitten Yoga
2017-06-08 19:00 - 20:00
Join AWLA and yoga instructor Beth A Wolfe for Kitten Yoga!
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 adoptable kittens (and/or other shelter pets, depending on availability) roam among us. BYO yoga mat, AWLA will provide the kittens! Please feel free to stop by the shelter a little early and visit our other adoptable animals before your class.
Yoga starts at 7:00pm and is $20/per person. Click here to register.
**Please be aware that this event is a benefit for the shelter animals, and an effort to promote pet adoption. The yoga pet participants may or may not be kittens, depending on which animals are available for adoption at the time of the event.**

Kitten Care Workshop
2017-06-14 18:30 - 20:00
Join us at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (Arlington, VA) for a 90-minute kitten-care workshop. In this session, learn what you need to know to successfully care for orphaned or very young kittens needing to be bottle fed. We’ll be presenting life-saving information about how to properly feed and care for kittens less than 5 weeks old. We hope to see you there!
