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Laila's Legacy Animal Rescue

Animal rescue in Washington, DC

Laila's Legacy missions is to ensure every homeless dog - including those with behavioral or physical challenges - that comes through our doors has a chance at a better life while educating the public on breed bias, individualistic training, and the importance of spay-neuter to lower the impact of returned and abandoned animals in shelters.

Contact —
Email info@lailaslegacyanimalrescue.org
Phone (202) 656-8472
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Washington, DC 20020
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Adoptable pets at Laila's Legacy Animal Rescue

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Amora's adoption status with email updates.
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Amora

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Chloe's adoption status with email updates.
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Chloe

Mixed Breed (Large)/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Beanie Baby's adoption status with email updates.
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Beanie Baby

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Speedo's adoption status with email updates.
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Speedo

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs 4 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Chelsea's adoption status with email updates.
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Chelsea

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 9 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Moana's adoption status with email updates.
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Moana

Domestic Shorthair

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

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs 4 mos
Washington, DC
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Rescue FAQs

Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We offer same-day adoptions at our adoption events!

Adoption application

https://www.lailaslegacyanimalrescue.org/adoption-process

https://checkout.shelterluv.com/donate/LALE

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Pets at shelters & rescues near Laila's Legacy Animal Rescue

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Washington, DC 20001

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P.O. Box 5034,
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We'll also keep you updated on Parker's adoption status with email updates.
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Parker

Domestic Shorthair

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

Jindo

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Centerville, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Zeke's adoption status with email updates.
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Zeke

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 7 yrs 2 mos
Waldorf, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Shelby's adoption status with email updates.
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Shelby

Boxer/Feist

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Fairfax Station, VA
We'll also keep you updated on *TRIPP's adoption status with email updates.
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*TRIPP

Beagle/Labrador Retriever

Male, 4 yrs 5 mos
Derwood, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Kobe's adoption status with email updates.
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Kobe

Bulldog

Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
Silver Spring, MD

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