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Animal Welfare League of Arlington

Animal shelter in Arlington, VA

Founded in 1944, the Animal Welfare League of Arlington provides animal adoption and community programs to the Northern Virginia and D.C. metropolitan area, as well as animal rescue and control services within Arlington County.


Vision
A humane community in which animals and people live together harmoniously.

Mission
Improving the lives of animals and people by providing resources, care, and protection.

Values & Guiding Principles
LEAD COURAGEOUSLY: We strive to be leaders in our field and community knowing that a leader pursues excellence, fosters innovation, and rises to the hardest challenges.
DO GOOD: Encourage an environment of compassion, respect, kindness, and inclusivity among staff, volunteers, clients, and the community that we serve. Suspend judgment while acknowledging and appreciating the individuality of each person and animal.
BE HONEST: Recognize the critical role we serve in the community and maintain the public’s trust through open accessibility and transparency.
EMBRACE CHANGE: Remain open-minded and adaptable to the changing landscape. We learn from our failures and work every day to improve ourselves and the organization.
WORK TOGETHER: Support each other by creating a positive, mission-driven, and team-centered culture. Above all, have fun and laugh.

Contact —
Email mail@awla.org
Phone (703) 931-9241
Website
Address
2650 S Arlington Mill Dr
Arlington, VA 22206
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2650 S Arlington Mill Dr

Arlington, VA 22206

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Adoptable pets at Animal Welfare League of Arlington

We'll also keep you updated on Maui's adoption status with email updates.
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Maui

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Lucy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucy

Domestic Longhair

Female, 5 mos
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Timmy's adoption status with email updates.
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Timmy

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 5 mos
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Morty's adoption status with email updates.
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Morty

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 yrs 2 mos
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Kyle's adoption status with email updates.
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Kyle

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Eli's adoption status with email updates.
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Eli

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Sasha's adoption status with email updates.
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Sasha

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Olivia Twist's adoption status with email updates.
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Olivia Twist

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 8 mos
Arlington, VA
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Shelter FAQs

The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is a nonprofit humane society that shelters animals in Arlington County, Virginia. Dogs and puppies, cats and kittens, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, and other small companion animals are available for adoption to residents of Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.

  • 1. Meet the Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We are not able to respond to all email requests. Please make sure to follow the instructions given in each pet's profile.

Adoption application

https://www.awla.org/adopt/

https://www.awla.org/donate/

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We'll also keep you updated on Cinnamon's adoption status with email updates.
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Cinnamon

Boxer/American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Columbia, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Bobbie Sue's adoption status with email updates.
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Bobbie Sue

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 8 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Jill's adoption status with email updates.
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Jill

Chihuahua/Rat Terrier

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Rystan's adoption status with email updates.
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Rystan

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair

Male, Adult
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Priscilla's adoption status with email updates.
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Priscilla

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Aldie, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Mama D's adoption status with email updates.
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Mama D

Bengal

Female, Young
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