Animal Welfare League of Arlington

Adopt, Swap & Roll
2022-03-20 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
We’re partnering with Sacred Roller Skate Supply for a pop-up adoption event and gear swap! Join us on Sunday, March 20 from 9am-12pm to meet adoptable dogs, sell/swap skate gear, and shop for new supplies –
10% of all sales will be donated to AWLA!
Click here for more info!
Thank you to Sacred Roller Skate Supply for hosting this event!
681 Monroe St, Herndon VA
Parking is available across the street or in several public lots around Old Town Herndon.

Smarty Pets: Managing Cat Mischief
2022-03-23 18:00 - 19:30

It's A Zoo In Here - Adoption Event
2022-04-02 12:00 - 2022-04-30 16:00
It’s a zoo here at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington!
We have rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, parakeets, sugar gliders, and more available for adoption! We are quickly running out of kennel space and urgently need to find homes for these wonderful animals.
From Saturday April 2 to Sunday April 10 we are offering FREE adoption fees for all small companion animals.
Meet our small companion animals!
*Standard adoption policies and procedures apply.
Adopters are encouraged to have proper enclosures and supplies ready for their new pet prior to adopting.*
Learn more about caring for small companion animals:
Rabbits Guinea Pigs Hamsters Rats
Bearded Dragons Sugar Gliders Parakeets

Paint Your Pet! SOLD OUT
2022-04-03 19:00 - 21:00
Join us at Wine & Design for a Paint Your Pet party! The amazing artists at Wine & Design will guide you step-by-step to complete your very own masterpiece of your furry best friend. No artistic talent needed, just be ready to have fun and raise money for animals in need!
During the class you can enjoy two glasses of wine (included in your ticket price). Non-alcoholic drinks are available. You are more than welcome to bring snacks or non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy while painting.
Click the link below and use the password “puppy” to get your tickets!
Anyone under the age of 18, MUST be accompanied by an adult.
COVID-19 Precautions: If you have experienced COVID-19 symptoms or a fever in the past 24 hours, please do not attend class for the safety of our staff and patrons. All high touch surfaces are sanitized after each class.
Get your tickets!

'She Loves Me' - Signature Theatre
2022-04-20 19:30 - 22:00

Smarty Pets: Pet Loss
2022-04-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual

Low-Cost Vaccine & Microchip Clinic
2022-04-28 18:30 - 20:30, 2022-09-22 18:30 - 20:30
Get your pets their vaccines or a microchip at AWLA!
AWLA offers rabies vaccines, distemper vaccines (DAPPv for dogs and HCPCh for cats), and microchips for cats and dogs.
These clinics are by reservation only. You must sign up in advance for a designated time. Sign-ups for each date will open a week before the clinic date.

Rabies shots are $10, distemper shots are $15 microchips are $35.
NO CASH, card payment only.
All humans must wear a mask at all times and maintain at appropriate distances of at least 6 feet in all situations.
If you arrive after your designated time, you will lose your spot.
All dogs must be on a leash, and all cats in carriers. Retractable leashes are not allowed.
If your pet is reactive to humans or other animals, please do not sign up for this clinic. We ask that you seek advice from a veterinarian.
The clinic is indoors in the AWLA Education Room. Waiting is outside, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
If you want a three-year rabies shot, you must bring proof of prior rabies shot (vet records or rabies certificates only, or dog licenses only, tags do not count).
Distemper shots are based on the age, and vaccine history of each pet. If you do not bring proof your pet has received this vaccine before and is not past due, they will need a booster in 2-4 weeks.
We do not offer 3 year distemper shots.

All paperwork for this clinic will be done at the clinic.
Additional Information About Rabies Vaccinations
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. All dogs must be on leashes and cats must be in carriers.
Additional Information About Microchipping
Give your pet the protection of a 24PetWatch MiniChip. Each year thousands of lost and abandoned animals are taken in by shelters and humane societies across the country. Some of these animals never make it home because they cannot be identified. Microchipping offers the only truly permanent method of identifying your pet and linking the animal back to you, the owner.
*Dates are subject to change at the discretion of AWLA

Empty the Shelters
2022-05-02 12:00 - 2022-05-08 19:00
Join AWLA and BISSELL Pet Foundation to “Empty the Shelters”!
BISSELL Pet Foundation is sponsoring reduced adoption fees of $25 for all adult dogs and cats* from May 2-8. AWLA is one of more than 275 participating shelters across the country participate in this lifesaving event to place deserving pets in loving homes.
$25 adoption fees for all dogs and cats (standard adoption policies and procedures apply).
May 2 – 8, 2022
Meet Our Pets!
“Shelters across the country are over capacity, and highly adoptable pets are at risk as we face one of the largest crises in recent years,” said Cathy Bissell, Founder of BISSELL Pet Foundation. “BISSELL Pet Foundation is calling on people to visit their community shelters during ‘Empty the Shelters’ to save a life through adoption. Without you, there is no tomorrow for these deserving pets.”
Empty the Shelters has helped 83,055 pets find homes across the country and in Canada since its start in 2016!
* Dogs and cats older than 6 months. Standard adoption policies and procedures apply.

Story Time Club
2022-05-10 17:00 - 18:00
Children aged 5-7 are invited to join us at the shelter for a very special storytime! During each storytime, we will have a special guest read a story and tell us about their role in animal welfare. We’ll wrap up each club session with a visit to our adoption areas so that each child can read to a pet for 15 minutes during a one-on-one session! Fees are $8 per child*.
Sign Up For Story Time!
In the event that AWLA cancels the event for any reason, we will do our best to reschedule it to a later date.

Putt-Putt for Pets
2022-05-14 17:30 - 21:00

'The Office' Trivia Night
2022-05-26 19:00 - 21:00

Calendar Contest
2022-06-01 08:00 - 2022-06-15 17:00
Now is your chance to give your pet the ultimate spotlight with their photo on the cover of our 2022/2023 16-month calendar!
Each photo entry and vote equals life-saving funds that care for animals in need. From tiny kittens, senior pups, injured wildlife, pet parents in need, and everything in between, your support guides us on our mission to improve the lives of pets and people in Arlington County.
So what are you waiting for? Scroll through the 300 pictures of your pet on your camera roll to find the perfect shot, or get the camera and treats out and start snapping. May the cutest pet win!
Make my pet a superstar!
Click the button above for more info and to enter your pet in this year’s contest.

AWLA's Birthday Bash
2022-06-05 13:00 - 17:00

Smarty Pets: Barking Basics
2022-06-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual

Low-Cost Vaccine & Microchip Clinic
2022-06-16 18:30 - 20:30
Get your pets their vaccines or a microchip at AWLA!
AWLA offers rabies vaccines, distemper vaccines (DAPPv for dogs and HCPCh for cats), and microchips for cats and dogs.
These clinics are by reservation only. You must sign up in advance for a designated time.

Rabies shots are $10, distemper shots are FREE (thanks to PetCo Love) and microchips are $35.
NO CASH, card payment only.
All humans must wear a mask at all times and maintain at appropriate distances of at least 6 feet in all situations.
If you arrive after your designated time, you will lose your spot.
All dogs must be on a leash, and all cats in carriers. Retractable leashes are not allowed.
If your pet is reactive to humans or other animals, please do not sign up for this clinic. We ask that you seek advice from a veterinarian.
The clinic is indoors in the AWLA Education Room. Waiting is outside, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
If you want a three-year rabies shot, you must bring proof of prior rabies shot (vet records or rabies certificates only, or dog licenses only, tags do not count).
Distemper shots are based on the age, and vaccine history of each pet. If you do not bring proof your pet has received this vaccine before and is not past due, they will need a booster in 2-4 weeks.
We do not offer 3 year distemper shots.

All paperwork for this clinic will be done at the clinic.
Additional Information About Rabies Vaccinations
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. All dogs must be on leashes and cats must be in carriers.
Additional Information About Microchipping
Give your pet the protection of a 24PetWatch MiniChip. Each year thousands of lost and abandoned animals are taken in by shelters and humane societies across the country. Some of these animals never make it home because they cannot be identified. Microchipping offers the only truly permanent method of identifying your pet and linking the animal back to you, the owner.
*Dates are subject to change at the discretion of AWLA

Community Care Clinic
2022-06-18 10:00 - 12:00
AWLA’s Community Care Clinics provide veterinary wellness exams, vaccines, flea and tick preventatives, supplies, and more for your pet. We also provide a variety of wellness services for the whole family! Please pre-register below.

Registration (English) Inscripción (Espanol)

It's A Small World - Adoption Event
2022-06-26 12:00 - 16:00
The Animal Welfare League of Arlington and our friends at Fairfax County Animal Shelter are overflowing with small companion animals in need of homes!
To help find new homes for these wonderful pets, AWLA and Fairfax County Animal Shelter are joining forces this Sunday, June 26, to host our It’s A Small World adoption event, where adoption fees for all small companion animals will be FREE*!
Meet AWLA’s Small Companion Animals Meet Fairfax County’s Small Companion Animals
*Standard adoption policies and procedures apply. Please refer to each shelter’s individual adoption processes and policies by clicking the buttons above.

Smarty Pets: Reactivity in the Wild
2022-06-28 18:00 - 19:00

Empty The Shelters
2022-07-11 12:00 - 2022-07-17 16:00
AWLA’s kennels are FULL – help us Empty the Shelter!
To help find homes for all of our wonderful animals, AWLA is taking part in Bissell Pet Foundation’s ‘Empty the Shelters’ adoption event from July 11-17, with $25 adoption fees for adult dogs and cats (6 months +) and FREE adoptions for all small companion animals! Standard adoption policies and procedures apply.
Meet Your New Best Friend

Vaccine & Microchip Clinic
2022-07-15 19:00 - 21:00
Get your pets their vaccines or a microchip at AWLA!
Get your pet vaccinated or microchip for FREE at our upcoming clinic! AWLA offers rabies vaccines, distemper vaccines (DAPPv for dogs and HCPCh for cats), and microchips for cats and dogs while supplies last.
We are only accepting walk-ins during this clinic. However, pre-registration (English and Spanish forms below) is strongly encouraged.

Long lines are expected, so please dress appropriately for the weather and be aware of your pets needs during high temperatures. We will do out very best to serve as many pet families as possible with the time and resources we have, but we may not be able to serve every pet.
If your pet is reactive to other animals, or sensitive to crowds, loud noises, or veterinary examinations/procedures please do not bring them to this clinic and seek advice from a veterinarian.
If you are able to take your pet to your primary veterinarian for vaccinations, please do so instead of attending this clinic. Help AWLA use resources for pet families in need.

Pre-Registration (English)
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Kitten Yoga
2022-08-18 17:30 - 20:00
Join AWLA and Beth A Wolfe Yoga for an all-level, mellow, playful yoga practice for people ages 10 and older.
Yoga instructor Beth Wolfe will lead a casual yoga practice at AWLA while adoptable kittens hang out, play, and sometimes do their own yoga poses! All proceeds benefit animals and people in need at AWLA. Bring your own yoga mat!
Proof of COVID vaccines required.
Get Your Tickets Here!

National Dog Day Adoption Event
2022-08-26 12:00 - 2022-08-28 16:00
In honor of National Dog Day, AWLA is offering FREE adoption fees for all of our big dogs*!
*Dogs over 30lbs and more than 1 year old. Standard policies and procedures apply.
Meet Your New Best Friend!

AWLA Career Fair
2022-08-30 10:00 - 18:00
Are you looking for a career in animal care?
Join us on Tuesday, August 30th from 10am-12pm and 4pm-6pm for our AWLA Career Fair!
During our Career Fair we will host interviews for candidates interested in any of our open positions. Please bring a copy of your resume. This is a walk-in career fair – no appointment required. Positions may be filled on the spot.
Current Open Positions:
Animal Care Technician (Part-Time)
Animal Services Representative (Part-Time)
Events & Sponsorship Coordinator
Development Associate
Deputy Animal Control Officer
Adoptions & Matchmaking Manager
Learn More

Smarty Pets: Where The Wild Things Are
2022-09-06 18:00 - 19:00

Walk for the Animals
2022-09-10 08:00 - 17:00

Empty the Shelters
2022-10-01 12:00 - 2022-10-08 16:00
It’s time to Empty the Shelters!
From October 1-8, AWLA is offering $50 adoption fees for all cats and dogs (and FREE adoption fees for all small companion animals) thanks to Bissell Pet Foundation! Standard adoption policies and procedures apply. Puppies and kittens under 6 months old do not qualify for this promotion.
Meet Your New Best Friend
BISSELL Pet Foundation’s “Empty the Shelters” event is the largest funded adoption event in the country. With a goal of encouraging more families to choose adoption, this lifesaving effort has helped nearly 118,000 pets find loving homes since 2016. “Empty the Shelters” is BISSELL Pet Foundation’s largest program, partnering with a total of 541 animal welfare organizations in 47 states and Canada to reduce adoption fees.

Book Launch: Hershey's Adventurous Life
2022-10-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Animal Welfare League of Arlington, 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA, 22206, United States
Join us on Saturday, October 8 from 5 – 7pm for the launch of local author Ogie Gardizi’s book, Hershey’s Adventurous Life! Meet the author and the hero of her book, Hershey himself. $5 of every book sold will be donated to AWLA!

Smarty Pets: Estate Planning for Pets
2022-10-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual

Furry Friends of Fall
2022-10-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Mussel Bar & Grille, 800 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA, 22203, United States
Pack up your pup and join AWLA at Mussel Bar & Grille on Saturday, October 15 for a Fall Yappy Hour! Enjoy food and drink specials, giveaways, treats for your dog, and more! AWLA will be on hand with information about our programs and services.
