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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 Saja's adoption status with email updates.
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Saja

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Pungo's adoption status with email updates.
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Pungo

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Tomasa's adoption status with email updates.
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Tomasa

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Young
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Molly's adoption status with email updates.
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Molly

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Adult
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Traveler's adoption status with email updates.
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Traveler

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Gabriel's adoption status with email updates.
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Gabriel

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Charleston's adoption status with email updates.
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Charleston

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Arlington, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Fiona's adoption status with email updates.
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Fiona

Mixed Breed (Small)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
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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Ziggy

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

Whippet/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 5 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Puff's adoption status with email updates.
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Puff

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Chalky St. Mary's adoption status with email updates.
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Chalky St. Mary

Beagle/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
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We'll also keep you updated on Arielle's adoption status with email updates.
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Arielle

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 9 yrs 1 mo
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Jason Aldean's adoption status with email updates.
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Jason Aldean

Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 7 mos
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