By Erin Shackleford Ozzie: It’s Ozzie the Prince of Barkness, and this young pup is ready to pawty! Ozzie is just under a year old and has a zest for life that is only matched by his cute looks. Like all youngsters, Ozzie is going to need plenty of exercise and mental stimulation to channel his energy for good rather than evil. Despite his mischievous nature, Ozzie is endearing and charming. Ruby: Ruby is a Satin Angora bunny with luscious locks to rival any metal hair band; although she’s more into hip hop. She is social, curious, and sweet. She is calm, friendly and likes to be held. One of her favorite pastimes while she waits for a home is to be cuddled by the AWLA front desk staff. Ruby loves her snacks of carrots, cilantro and biscuits. Ruby’s hair will need to be brushed regularly, but she rather enjoys the activity. Mr. Brown: Any mega superstar needs a true and faithful roadie. Look no further than Mr. Brown. This beefcake of a boy has a heart of gold. His playfulness and enthusiasm are contagious. Mr. Brown adores toys and romps in the yard almost as much as he loves people. His favorite game to play? Tug of war! You’ve been warned though … he’s very good at it! He would make an excellent adventure partner, too.
By Erin Shackleford Sammy: Ready for a face that will melt your heart? Sammy’s puppy-dog eyes and playful personality are charming. Sammy is an 11-month-old male dog who is searching for a patient, loving home. While he is friendly and cuddly, he can be shy and timid in new situations and around new people, mostly men he doesn’t know. He is working very hard on his leash walking and confidence building in his foster home. Once Sammy knows you’re A-OK, he’s the best, most loving and loyal companion. Sweet Pea: Lookin’ for some bunny to spend Easter with? Sweet Pea is a 2-year-old female American Chinchilla rabbit. She can’t indulge in Easter goodies like chocolate and jelly beans, but she does enjoy munching on hay and leafy veggies. While Easter may be a good time to consider a rabbit as a pet, remember they are companions meant for all year long. Sweet Pea is a friendly and sociable gal who would love to find an adoptive home. Freeda: Freeda is ready to be free of the shelter! While she is enjoying her time with volunteers and staff, Freeda is ready to be in a home. We just can’t figure out why this perfect little pooch hasn’t been scooped up yet. She is a 1 year old female dog who is spunky, playful and loves everyone she meets. She has been great with other playful dogs. Affectionate and lovely, Freeda would make a wonderful family companion.
By Erin Shackelford Rosie Are you looking for a lucky charm this St. Paw-trick’s Day? Look no further than Rosie! She is a 3-year-old female dog who is ready to shamrock and roll. She is described as an epic snuggler, lover of plush squeaky toys, but a gal with just the right amount of energy to revel in outdoor adventures like searching for pots o’ gold. Murphy Ready to “spring ahead?” Murphy is dreaming of more daylight hours to enjoy his squeaky toys and sniffaris. He is a distinguished gentleman at 8 years old. Mr. Murph has waited far too long for family – and we can’t understand why! He gets along with everyone he meets, loves a good booty scratch, and – even better – he has excellent house and crate manners. Buddy Hay! What is it good for? Absolutely everything! Buddy boy loves munching and crunching on it, but also playing hide and seek in it. Some of his other favorite foods are carrots, apples, and berries. His friends describe him as friendly and charming once he gets comfortable with you. Buddy is a male guinea pig and can’t wait to show you his impressive zoomies!
By Gina Hardter Caden With good-natured Caden by your side, it’s never Mardi Growl, but he sure is ready for some fun! This energetic one-year-old is the life of the party and he loves a good parade, especially if he gets to take the lead, perhaps with his favorite stuffed toy in his mouth. But Caden’s not seeking beads and king cakes; he’d be happy with a stylish collar and some dog biscuits any day. Learn more about Caden at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt. Chance This Valentine’s Day, are you ready to take a chance on love? 4-year-old Chance is used to getting attention for his stunning good looks, but he wants his future best friend to love him for what’s inside: his well-mannered personality, his cleverness and his loyalty to his human companions. Though he will admit, he’s pretty darn good at snuggling too! Stop by the AWLA to take your chance today. Theo Sir Theodore Pawsevelt isn’t hung up on formalities this Presidents’ Day; you can just call him Theo. At 20 months old, he might be a bit too young to run for office, but he’d be happy to run around the yard, along the waterfront or down the hiking path. Theo is always focused on the Big Issues, including which treats are the best (all of them) and housing equality (all pets should have homes). Learn more about Theo and his is his “pawlitical” platform by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org.
By Gina Hardter Baby If your new year’s resolution is to be more mindful, then 3-year-old Baby is happy to help you achieve your dreams! Baby is all about the calm and quiet, and she’d love a household where her future family takes it slow and low. If your New Year’s Eve is less fireworks and more falling asleep to a marathon of Cake Boss, then Baby is the girl for you. Email Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or call 703.746.4774 to schedule time to meet Baby from her foster home. Grover Grover’s new year’s resolution is to get more exercise…although he’ll admit he already gets a fair amount of exercise. But too much exercise can never be a bad thing, right? It’s just more ways to keep your brain and your body in great shape. Plus, there are all kinds of fun exercises, from Fetch to Chase to learning new tricks, and Grover is happy to do them all with his future family. Schedule time to meet Grover by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or calling 703.746.4774. Thumper New year’s resolution Number One for Thumper? Stop getting confused with that rabbit from Bambi. They don’t even look alike. New Year’s resolution Number 2? Find a new home where he can get all the hay and apple sticks he can dream of. Resolution number three? Learn how to replace a car tire. It’s sure to come in handy someday, right? Help Thumper achieve at least one of his resolutions and schedule time to meet him by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or calling 703.746.4774.
By Gina Hardter Nyla What does Nyla want for the holidays? Well, besides a brand new family to call her own, she’d also like toys – lots of toys. Stuffed toys, squeaky toys, balls, exercise toys – she’s a fan of the whole lot. And she’s happy to teach you how to play with her toys as well, like how to throw the ball, then get it, then throw it again. But most of all, Nyla would just like a dedicated human lap (or two or three or four) to call her own. Could it be yours? Learn more about Nyla by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or calling 703.746.4774 (opt. 2). Meowy Cyrus Meowy Cyrus has her eyes on the prize: Superstardom in her brand new home! Meowy is a talented feline soloist who thinks she can go all the way to the Big Show with the help of her new family. Oft-requested hits include “If I Just Had Breakfast, When Is Lunch?” and “Couch Cuddles 4 Life!” Meowy has made human fans – or friends – young and old, and can’t wait to make her most dedicated fan club out of her new family. If you’d like a ticket to the Meowy Cyrus experience, email her bookers at Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or call 703.746.4774, opt. 2 (no service charges apply). Alaska and Moana Best buds Alaska and Moana aren’t shy about expanding their crew! When you roll with this twosome, expect to live the life: all the leafy greens you can chew, a plastic castle for chilling and of course, guinea pig “wheeeeeees” all the way home. These lovely ladies are cheerful and social, made especially confident by their time together, and they would make the perfect addition to any family this holiday season. Schedule time to meet them at Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or 703.746.4774 (opt. 2).
By Gina Hardter Whirlpool Handsome tabby Whirlpool is anything but a maelstrom. This lovely 18-month-old gent prefers his life to be far chiller and loves the the quiet, cozy things in life – perfect for this beautiful fall weather! Once Whirlpool gets to know you, he is a great best friend and an excellent listener, always ready to curl up at the end of the day for a chat and an ear scratch. Whirlpool is currently in the care of one of the AWLA’s amazing fosters, so schedule time to meet him by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or calling 703.746.4774. Missy 2-year-old Missy also responds to Little Miss Perfect. This black-and-white terrier mix is an energetic gal who loves a lot in life, including long walks, Fetch and, of course, yummy treats! Missy is instantly recognizable by her permanent grin, but it gets a bit bigger when she is in the company of her friends. Learn more about how to make Missy smile by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or calling 703.746.4774 Axel Charming Axel is a standout in his velvety, midnight black coat and sweet demeanor. Axel’s ideal day would start (and continue) with some yummy veggies to munch, a few fun interactive toys to play with, all the cozy blankets he can get to snuggle in, and a little love from his favorite people. That sounds like a great way to pass the time. Email Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or call 703.746.4774 to schedule time to meet Axel. Paws In the Park 2022 – A Big Success The cool fall day was a perfect complement to the Oct. 16 Paws in the Park festival, hosted in Oronoco Bay Park by the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA). Formerly known as Alexandria Love Your Pet Day, the reimagined Paws in the Park festival brought together local artisans,…
Submitted by Gina Hardter Spock What’s so spooky about Spock? Spock doesn’t ascribe to the theory that black cats are scary, and as a matter of fact, he thinks he might be the most hospitable houseguest you’ve ever had. Spock has already learned a variety of tricks for some delicious treats, and he’s ready to be your new feline friend not just for Halloween but for every howliday! Mckenzie What’s Mckenzie dressing up as for Halloween? How about Your Best Friend! This couples costume includes a collar that has your name on it, a leash and a lot of toys for you both to play with. And just like that, you are both ready for any occasion, from trick-or-treating to a Halloween bash! Lynn Lynn’s favorite part of the spooky season is trick-or-treating. Whether you are handing out carrots, apple slices, cucumbers or that Halloween classic – Timothy hay – Lynn has her tiny pumpkin bag at the ready for all the yummy snacks. Learn more about meeting Lynn and all of these adorable – and eerie – adoptables by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or calling 703.746.4774.
By Gina Hardter Jazz It may be the back-to-school season, but Jazz has spent the entire summer with his nose in the “cat training” book. Thanks to his teachers at the AWLA, the 5-year-old gray and white kitty has already perfected a variety of tricks, including Sit, Down, Spin and even the demanding Sit Pretty. Who even knew you could teach a cat tricks? Jazz is ready to bring his book-learning to a brand new home of his own AND his adoption fees have been pre-paid by a generous donor, so schedule time to meet him today by contacting the AWLA at Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org or 703.746.4774. Link At 9 years old, Link knows you’re never too old to learn a new trick or two, and he already has a pretty broad repertoire, including Sit, Stay and Shake. But at Back-to-School time, this Labrador retriever mix is ready to start a new training routine, one that involves long walks in the morning with lots of sniffing (to stimulate the body and mind), hearty meals and lots of treats in reward for all his new skills. If you’re ready to put on your teaching hat, Link is ready to learn. Schedule time to meet Link by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org. Buntilda What’s Buntilda’s favorite thing about the Back-to-School season? Pre-packaged veggie snacks, of course! Whether it’s apple slices, leafy greens, broccoli or, yes, carrots, Buntilda is happy for something to munch on as she’s going about her day. This 16-month-old American rabbit also enjoys the naptime portion of school and well as arts and crafts. Learn more about her artistic sensibilities by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org.
By Gina Hardter Louie If good things come to those who wait, then 11-year-old Louie deserves all the best! This American foxhound mix has the patience of a “Zen Master” and is ready to wait as long as it takes to find his perfect Best Friend. Louie’s hobbies include leisurely strolls with his nose to the ground, cuddling with his friends and the occasional bouts of zoomies. Louie is currently enjoying a stay with one of the AWLA’s amazing foster families, and his adoption fee has been paid by a generous donor, so schedule time to meet him by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org. Serena Serena is ready to sing her siren song, straight into your heart! At 9 years old, this sweet terrier mix is all about her human friends, and she loves to shower them with puppy kisses and wiggly snuggles. She’s also an energetic gal who loves to show off her excellent walking skills and sprint with her favorite toys around the yard. Serena’s adoption fees have already been paid by a generous donor, so learn more about meeting Serena by emailing Adopt@AlexandriaAnimals.org. Chance How does 4-year-old Chance stay cool during the dog days of summer? By showing off his “chillest” self, of course. This red and fawn terrier mix loves a good run around the yard, but when the weather’s hot, he’s just as happy to cuddle with his friends in the comfy A/C. Chance is recognizable by his trademark goofy grin and his wiggly.
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