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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 Layla's adoption status with email updates.
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Layla

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

Female, 7 yrs 3 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Fred's adoption status with email updates.
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Fred

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 10 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Rose's adoption status with email updates.
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Rose

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Sonny (FKA Nugget)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Sonny (FKA Nugget)

Domestic Shorthair

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

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

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Kodak's adoption status with email updates.
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Kodak

Dogo Argentino/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 7 yrs 1 mo
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Tim's adoption status with email updates.
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Tim

American Staffordshire Terrier/Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 3 yrs 7 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Whiskey's adoption status with email updates.
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Whiskey

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Beagle

Female, 1 yr 2 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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We'll also keep you updated on Cowlick's adoption status with email updates.
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Cowlick

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 6 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Shannon's adoption status with email updates.
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Shannon

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Washington, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Jasmine's adoption status with email updates.
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Jasmine

American Staffordshire Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Female, 6 mos
Leesburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Josehina's adoption status with email updates.
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Josehina

Akita

Female, Puppy
Washington, DC, DC
We'll also keep you updated on Whiskey LH's adoption status with email updates.
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Whiskey LH

Maine Coon/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 10 mos
Baltimore, MD
We'll also keep you updated on Curly Sue's adoption status with email updates.
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Curly Sue

Catahoula Leopard Dog/Jack Russell Terrier

Female, Young
Washington, DC

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