Animal Welfare League of Arlington

20th Anniversary Walk for the Animals & Pet Festival
2015-05-09 09:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
On Saturday, May 9th step forward for shelter animals at Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s 20th Anniversary Walk for the Animals and Pet Festival at Bluemont Park. For two decades Arlington County’s largest pet-centered event has brought two-legged and four-legged residents together for a day of celebration and fun to benefit shelter animals, services and programs supported by AWLA—The County’s only humane society.Lace up your walking shoes, leash up Fido and join hundreds of animal enthusiasts for a 5k walk or one-mile stroll through the park. After the walk, the 20th anniversary celebration will continue with a newly added Pet Festival. Shop pet-friendly vendors, view exciting demonstrations, and indulge in a savory bite from a food truck. Children will also enjoy craft and educational activities in the Kid’s Corner.Since 1994, AWLA’s Walk for the Animals has provided for tens of thousands of animals in our care, allowing them medical care, food and shelter, and the chance at a nice life. Over the years it has become a hallmark event in Arlington County and a sought after event for people and pooches alike!
While the Walk for the Animals has evolved over the past 20 years, the goal has stayed the same: to raise money for AWLA’s mission of improving the lives of animals. Help us reach our goal of raising $100,000! Prizes will be awarded for top fundraisers! But, the biggest reward will be the satisfaction you receive from knowing that each step you took and dollar you raised helped to improve and enrich the quality of life for a shelter animal.
Funds generated at the Walk for the Animals aid in the daily care of our animals as well as help our community through various programs. By registering for the Walk for the Animals, building a fundraising page and asking friends and family for donations, you are supporting our mission and the needs of these animals. If each person who registers for the Walk raises just $75, we would be able to hit our goal of $100,000.
Help us help them – register for the 20th Anniversary Walk for the Animals today!

Kick-off Party for the 20th Annual Walk for the Animals & Pet Fest!
2015-04-16 16:00 - 19:00
You’re invited to a spring happy hour! Join us on Thursday, April 16th at Samuel Beckett’s in Shirlington from 4 – 7 pm to kick off the 20th Annual Walk for the Animals & Pet Fest! Enjoy happy hour specials on the patio while meeting other walkers and fundraisers from the Walk for the Animals & Pet Fest. There will be raffle prizes, a fun photo booth for you and your friends, and the chance to register for the event if you haven’t yet. Well-behaved dogs are invited (regular rules apply – dog must stay outside fenced area), so grab Fido after work and come on down for a
drink!

*SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE* This is your chance to meet recent-tripod George, the Walk for the Animals spokesdog! George will be making his first public appearance at this happy hour as a representative for all the shelter pets that benefit from funds raised at the Walk for the Animals.
AWLA’s biggest fundraiser of the year is quickly approaching onSaturday, May 9th. The 20th Annual Walk for the Animals & Pet Fest will feature 5k and 1-mile walks, pet-friendly vendors, food trucks, a kid’s corner, exciting demonstrations, games and much more! Be sure to register today so you don’t miss out on what is going to be Arlington’s largest pet event of the year!

Happy Hour Fundraiser at Copperwood Tavern
2015-04-13 17:00 - 20:00
We will be teaming up with our friends at the Homeward Trails on Monday, April 13th for a happy hour fundraiser and social hour to benefit our shelters. We’ll have raffle prizes and food/drink specials that benefit our animals.
Come get your Spring with your fellow animal lovers. Eat, drink and be merry while helping local homeless animals. YAY!

This is an indoor event without animals.

Baby-Ready Pets
2015-04-06 18:30 - 20:30
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.
There is no fee for the class, but donations are welcome. Reservations are required and space is limited.
To see class dates or to register, please visit our Baby-Ready Pets Registration Page

Bunny Adoption Event
2015-03-28 12:30 - 14:30
We are excited to continue the bunny adoptions events at the PetSmart of Falls Church. We will again bring a few of our rabbits and they will be shown in the training arena in the center of the store.

Low-cost Rabies & Microchip Clinic
2015-03-26 18:30 - 20:30 | bg1
Rabies shot: $10.00
Microchip (including registration): $30.00
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.
Please bring cash. It will make everyone’s wait shorter.
Give your pet the protection of a 24PetWatch MiniChip. At one third the size of standard microchip technology, the 24PetWatch MiniChip is the right size for every pet, including cats, kittens, and small breed dogs which often go without microchip protection.

Small Animal Adoption Event
2015-03-16 17:30 - 19:30
Joins us for our first small companion animal adoption event with our new partner, Petco Unleashed. You can meet a variety of our small animals available for adoption.

Spin for Paws
2015-03-05 18:30 - 19:30 | newsletter-spring-2010
Join us on March 5th for Spin for Paws!
98.7 WMZQ’s Aly Jacobs and the Animal Welfare League of Arlington invite you to a dance party on a bike at SoulCycle, the country’s premier indoor cycling studio that opened its doors in Bethesda in December.
This 45-minute fun, full-body workout is only $40.00 and 100% of the proceeds will go to the Animal Welfare League of Arlington.
Thursday, March 5th
6:30 pm
SoulCycle
4931 Elm Street
Bethesda, MD 20814
There are only 55 bikes in the studio, so reserve your spot today!
The SoulCycle Experience: SoulCycle is a motivating, joyful, full-body indoor cycling dance party on a bike. SoulCycle was founded on the belief that fitness could be inspiring: with a motivational workout, a beautiful environment and outstanding customer service, each 45-minute class is a transformative experience.

Baby-Ready Pets
2015-02-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2014-12-08 18:30 - 20:30
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.
There is no fee for the class, but donations are welcome. Reservations are required and space is limited. To make a reservation or for more information, please e-mail amintz@awla.org or call (703) 931-9241 x246 with the following information:
the number and type of pets that you have in your home (including breed and size);
your approximate due date;
your phone number and email address;
the number of people attending.
You will receive an e-mail to confirm that space is available and you are registered.

Please Join Us at PetSmart of Falls Church for a Companion Rabbit Adoption Event!
2015-02-07 13:00 - 15:00
PetSmart of Falls Church located at 6100 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA 22044 will be hosting adoption events for our companion rabbits at their store on Arlington Boulevard on from 1:00-3:00 pm. We will have a few of our available bunnies in their training arena in, the center of the store, so we invite you to stop by and meet some wonderful bunnies waiting for their forever home. If you are interested in adopting, please remember to bring your current ID and rental permission (if applicable) with you. We will be accepting adoption applications at that time. Rabbit Adoption fee: $65.00 (s/n included).

Please Join Us at PetSmart of Falls Church for a Companion Rabbit Adoption Event!
2015-01-31 12:00 - 14:00
PetSmart of Falls Church located at 6100 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA 22044 will be hosting adoption events for our companion rabbits at their store on Arlington Boulevard on from 12:00-2:00 pm. We will have a few of our available bunnies in their training arena in, the center of the store, so we invite you to stop by and meet some wonderful bunnies waiting for their forever home. If you are interested in adopting, please remember to bring your current ID and rental permission (if applicable) with you. We will be accepting adoption applications at that time. Rabbit Adoption fee: $65.00 (s/n included).

Rabies & Microchipping Clinic
2015-01-22 18:30 - 20:30, 2014-12-04 18:30 - 20:30

Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Voucher Sales
2015-01-21 10:00 - 2015-02-23 16:00
In conjunction with World Spay Day, the Animal Welfare League of Arlington and designated animal hospitals/clinics will be offering the lowest spay/neuter prices of the year for pets of low-income clients in the Washington DC metro area. Vouchers will be sold starting January 21, 2015 throughout the month of February 2015 (or until we run out) and the surgeries will take place at area veterinary facilities in Northern Virginia. Participating vet clinics include Anicira Vet Center, Arlington Animal Hospital, Clarendon Animal Care, Fairfax Animal Hospital and NOVA Cat Clinic.
Pet owners must meet the annual household income requirement of $60,000 or less (proof of household income is required) plus they must be available to drop off their animal the morning of the surgery and pick up their animal late afternoon/early evening of the same day of their scheduled surgery date.
Our special Spay Day pricing will be: $25 for Male Cats, $50 for Female Cats and $75 for Dogs (Male or Female). All pure breed Pit Bulls will be spayed or neutered at the special price of $25(proof of breed will be required, please call our front desk at (703) 931-9241, ext. 200 with any questions). The League will also have a limited number of rabbit spay and neuter appointments for $50 each. The League and participating vets will be subsidizing the rest of the cost of the surgeries per animal. Discounted vaccines will also be available on the day of surgery. Pet owners who purchase vouches will also be offered a coupon for a $15 microchip, valid at two of the AWLA mircochip clinics. Owners are required to purchase their voucher at our shelter and schedule their pet’s surgery directly with the animal hospital/clinic.
We will have a limited number of vouchers available and they will be sold in person on a first-come, first-served basis. Please bring the proof-of-income (i.e. signed copy of most current tax return, W-2 statement(s) or social security/disability documentation) when purchasing your voucher – cash or credit card only (no checks). If you have any questions, please call the front desk at (703) 931-9241 for immediate assistance or email Adrienne Mintz at amintz@awla.org.

Red Cross Blood Drive at the League
2015-01-12 10:30 - 16:00
The Animal Welfare League of Arlington will be hosting a blood drive with the American Red Cross on Monday in the League’s education room on January 12th from 10:30am-4:00pm.

Here are some great reasons to donate blood:

It feels great to donate!
You get free juice and delicious Keebler® cookies.
It’s something you can spare – most people have blood to spare… yet, there is still not enough to go around.
You will help ensure blood is on the shelf when needed – most people don’t think they’ll ever need blood, but many do.
You will be someone’s hero – in fact, you could help save more than one life with just one donation.

If you are available to give blood, please schedule yourself online here: http://www.redcrossblood.org/give/drive/driveSearchList.jsp?zipSponsor=animal+welfare+league+of+arlington and click on the Animal Welfare League of Arlington to see available time slots.

Please Join Us at PetSmart of Falls Church for a Companion Rabbit Adoption Event!
2015-01-10 12:00 - 15:00
PetSmart of Falls Church located at 6100 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA 22044 will be hosting adoption events for our companion rabbits at their store on Arlington Boulevard on Saturday 1/10/15 from 12:00-3:00 pm. We will have a few of our available bunnies in their training arena in, the center of the store, so we invite you to stop by and meet some wonderful bunnies waiting for their forever home. If you are interested in adopting, please remember to bring your current ID and rental permission (if applicable) with you. We will be accepting adoption applications at that time. Rabbit Adoption fee: $65.00 (s/n included).

New Year Raffle
2015-01-05 08:00 - 2015-01-16 17:00
Had enough of this freezing weather? 2015 is your year to travel to one of the most exquisite tropical destinations on earth! Kick off the new year by supporting the League and purchasing a raffle ticket to either St. Lucia or Antigua (or both!). Tickets are $50 each and the drawing will occur on Friday, January 16th at 5 pm.
For more information and to purchase tickets, head to the New Year Raffle’s website.

Gift Wrapping Day to Benefit AWLA!
2014-12-21 12:00 - 16:00, 2014-12-07 12:00 - 16:00
Don’t let holiday stress get you down- we are here to help with another day of gift wrapping by League Elves! Bring your gift purchases to AWLA on from 12 PM to 4 PM and let the League elves do your gift wrapping.The League will be accepting donations of $3 per gift wrapped item or $10 for four gift wrapped items. Please share this information with your friends and help support the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. Friends don’t let friends give poorly wrapped presents. Let us help make those gifts sparkle!

Gift Wrapping Day to Benefit AWLA
2014-12-20 12:00 - 16:00

Please Join Us at PetSmart of Falls Church for a Companion Rabbit Adoption Event!
2014-12-18 18:30 - 20:00
PetSmart of Falls Church located at 6100 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA 22044 will be hosting adoption events for our companion rabbits at their store on Arlington Boulevard on Thursday 12/18 from 6:30-8:00 pm. We will have a few of our available bunnies in their training arena in, the center of the store, so we invite you to stop by and meet some wonderful bunnies waiting for their forever home. If you are interested in adopting, please remember to bring your current ID and rental permission (if applicable) with you. We will be accepting adoption applications at that time. Rabbit Adoption fee: $65.00 (s/n included).

Visit Us at Pet Photos with Santa at the Ballston Mall!
2014-12-14 19:00 - 21:00
Primp your pet and come for a photos with Santa on Sunday 12/14 from 7:00-9:00 PM at the Ballston Common Mall Food Court located at 4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
Proceeds benefit the Arlington Virginia Jaycees and the Animal Welfare League of Arlington.

Please Join Us at PetSmart of Falls Church for a Companion Rabbit Adoption Event!
2014-12-13 15:00 - 17:00
PetSmart of Falls Church located at 6100 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA 22044 will be hosting adoption events for our companion rabbits at their store on Arlington Boulevard on Saturday 12/13 from 3:00-5:00 pm. We will have a few of our available bunnies in their training arena in, the center of the store, so we invite you to stop by and meet some wonderful bunnies waiting for their forever home. If you are interested in adopting, please remember to bring your current ID and rental permission (if applicable) with you. We will be accepting adoption applications at that time. Rabbit Adoption fee: $65.00 (s/n included).

Shop Online Now-December 20th at the Gifts that Give Hope Fair and Join Us on December 13th at the Live Fair!
2014-12-13 10:00 - 14:00
Shop online now-December 20th at The Gifts That Give Hope Arlington Fair for holiday gifts while supporting the Animal Welfare League of Arlington and other local nonprofits.

View the shopping list
Teach children the true meaning of giving by shopping at our Children’s Gift Fair (view the Kids Shopping List)
Learn more about 15 locally based nonprofits

On December 13th, join us at the live fair to:

Shop for unique and meaningful teacher and grandparent gifts personalized by your child.
Learn more about 15 locally based nonprofits
Enjoy festive holiday music and refreshments
Visit with Santa
Enjoy face-painting and kid’s activities
Teach children the true meaning of giving by shopping at our Children’s Gift Fair (view the Kids Shopping List)

Want to know more about an alternative gift fair?
Read an article from the Washington Post
Gifts That Give Hope Fairs draw communities together for a positive, non- commercial, and altruistic purpose.
Shoppers enjoy a pleasant, stress-free holiday experience and appreciate learning about nonprofits and their good work.
Parents have an opportunity to demonstrate the true spirit of giving to their children.
Non-profits that participate benefit from receiving additional exposure and donations.
Gift Recipients receive joy and satisfaction knowing that a “gift of hope” was specially chosen in their honor.

2015 Calendars on Sale
2014-12-11 08:00 - 2015-01-21 17:00
What to give the animal lover in your life? Our 2015 Calendar is the perfect gift for anyone who values the human animal bond. Stop by the shelter (2650 S Arlington Mill Dr) to get yours and extras to give to friends and family. The calendars are on sale for $20 each and all proceeds directly benefit our shelter animals.
To order calendars online, head to the calendar sales website.

Visit us at Pet Photos with Santa at the Ballston Mall!
2014-12-07 19:00 - 21:00
Primp your pet and come for a photos with Santa on Sunday 12/7 from 7:00-9:00 PM at the Ballston Common Mall Food Court located at 4238 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203
Proceeds benefit the Arlington Virginia Jaycees and the Animal Welfare League of Arlington.

Bunny Spa Day
2014-12-07 12:30 - 15:30
Bring your pet rabbit for a complete spa experience, including grooming, brushing, nail clipping, and a massage by our special bunny
masseuse!
$25 donation per rabbit – all proceeds benefit Friends of Rabbits, a 501(c)3 rescue and the Animal Welfare League of Arlington
Reservations are strongly recommended – email Mara at kabukibun@verizon.net for an appointment or more information.
Sponsored by Friends of Rabbits & the Animal Welfare League of Arlington

Giving Tuesday
2014-12-02
We all know about Black Friday and Cyber Monday but have you heard about #GivingTuesday?
The holiday season can be very busy and it can be very easy to get lost in the commodities. Sometimes, we forget what the holidays are all about. This year, on Tuesday, December 2, we can all be part of a call to action that will change the calendar and help make history. We can celebrate a day dedicated to giving- when charities, families, businesses, community centers, students, retailers, and more will come together for #GivingTuesday– a movement to kick-off the holiday giving season.
Please join us in this celebration by donating to the Animal Welfare League of Arlington on #GivingTuesday. We also encourage you to use #GivingTuesday on your social media pages to share your impact with your friends. Let’s make it our goal to improve the lives of animals in our own community.

Adopt-a-thon
2014-11-15 12:00 - 16:00
In observance of National Animal Shelter Appreciation Month, the Animal Welfare League of Arlington will host a “Meet Your Match” Adopt-A-Thon from noon-4p.m. on Saturday, November 15 at the shelter. Adoption fees will be reduced by 50 percent for all shelter animals and animals will be able to go home the same day with fully approved adopters (rental permission required).
Educational sessions and kids crafts will be presented throughout the afternoon by League staff.
12pm-1pm: Dog Latin dog behavior seminar
12:15pm: Tour of AWLA
1pm: Children’s Craft /Animal Origami
2pm: Responsible Pet Ownership Presentation
2:30pm: Tour of AWLA
3:15pm: Children’s Craft/Animal Origami
