Adopt by Appointment at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria virtually on Zoom or in-person at the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter! The AWLA is upholding ALX Promise standards to welcome visitors back to the shelter safely for adoptions and other community services on an appointment basis. Learn more at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt-By-Appointment.  Valley Boy, Senior, Male, Red-Eared Slider […]

The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is open by appointment only to keep our staff and community safe. Learn more about our adoption process, pet pantry and more at AlexandriaAnimals.org. Squeak, Male, Adult Gray Mouse Squeak’s name may sound small, but this little guy packs a big personality! Always one to poke his nose out […]

Virtual Adoptions at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria start with a Virtual Meet-and-Greet and end with you stopping by our shelter to pick up your new best friend. Every step of the process is completed remotely or at a safe physical distance while helping you welcome a new pet into your family. Learn more […]

Virtual adoptions are here at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria! To learn more about meeting your new best friend remotely and the other community services the AWLA is offering while observing best physical distancing practices, visit AlexandriaAnimals.org. Valley Boy, Senior, Male Red-Eared Slider Turtle My shell is about 6 inches wide, and I have the […]

Since March 17, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria has been operating by appointment only to prevent large groups of people gathering at the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter. This may change depending on what is recommended as safest for our staff, volunteers and the community, so you can find our current status or set up an appointment […]

Tiger, Adult, Spayed Female, White Short-haired Rabbit   What does adoptable Tiger want you to know about her? Well, she is one smart gal and always knows who has the treats and where they are. Tiger is also ready to try any new thing. Games, meeting new friends, clicker training, she’s ready to go! And […]

January 2020 Monroe, Senior, Neutered Male, Brown Tabby with White Domestic Short Hair Hello, my name is Monroe. Some of my friends say I’m a very large cat, but I still consider myself lap-sized. Some of my friends also say that I am the most handsome cat they’ve ever met, but I suppose that subjective. […]

Pets of the Month – December 2019 Moose and Reed, Young, Spayed Female and Neutered Male, Black and Grey Long-haired Rabbits Deep down, under all of those layers of fluff, Moose and Reed are cuddle-bugs are heart. Content to snuggle in the arms of their friends, these bonded buns are all about affection. Even the […]

Bugs, Adult, Neutered Male, Black Short-haired Rabbit What’s up doc? The name’s Bunny. Bugs Bunny, and I’m here on a mission to find my new best friend. If you’re looking for a silly bun who will always be by your side to brighten your day, I might be just the one for you. I’m handsome, smart, […]

August 2019 Chesapeake and Gucci, Adult, Male Brown Guinea Pigs Summer and the beach, peanut butter and jelly, whatever your favorite pairs are, add Chesapeake and Gucci to the list! These two Guinea Pigs are ready and wheeking to meet their future family, and they can’t wait to show you. Gucci is the self-described goofball […]