Animal Welfare League of Arlington

Category: Animal shelter

Address: 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA 22206, USA

Phone: +17039319241

Opening hours

Sunday: 12–4PM

Monday: 12–7PM

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 12–7PM

Thursday: 12–7PM

Friday: 12–7PM

Saturday: 12–4PM

Reviews

Christina LillBellSpark

Aug 7, 2022

It was an amazing experience after Covid to actually be able to meet the available pets. The staff were amazing at guiding us to the room where the small animals were in and provided us with information on how there adoption process worked! It really shows how knowledgeable and caring the staff are! Prior to the day we picked up our Guinea pig (Picadilly) they provided clear instructions, and helped us bring Picadilly into the carrier in a calming way to not stress her during the ride back home. All in all I would recommend checking this animal shelter if you are looking for a pet! These animals are looking for loving, forever homes! And bonus here were some pictures of our Guinea pig Picadilly when we were able to visit her and her sister!

alice maggio

Jun 4, 2022

Deserves so much credit. I rescued a stray cat that ended up having a microchip, and they were able to contact the owner and do an intake for the animal in minutes. Very professional, compassionate, and cordial staff. Would highly recommend for rescue drop off.

Renee Beroncal

Apr 23, 2022

Great shelter and staff! Thank you so much for helping us find our new fur baby! We love her so much!

Nathan Lapin

Oct 10, 2021

We got a guinea pig. His name is Ned Flanders, like the Simpsons, his cage mate was Homer. As for the Animal Welfare League of Arlington itself, the staff were incredibly knowledgeable and could tell they cared for all their animals and they were comfortable. Go here if you are looking to adopt.

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Questions & Answers

Do you guys have bunnies by any chance and how much is the adoption fee?

ThatOneUser | Sep 6, 2019
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 6, 2019

Hi Diaz! Yes, we have rabbits for adoption and the adoption fee is $75 (they are all spayed/neutered and that is included in the fee): www.awla.org/adopt/adopt-a-small-companion-animal/

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I want to adopt a dog I'm interested in what the requirements are

Mirkianni Mercedes | Sep 5, 2020
Brittany Fletcher | Sep 5, 2020

Hi Mirkianni! Here is the link to their website with information regarding adopting a dog: https://www.awla.org/adopt/adopt-a-dog/

I have some small kitchen throw rugs. Do you accept those for donation?

Paula Ruszkiewicz | Sep 6, 2019
Diana Nichols | Sep 6, 2019

Yes if they are clean.

Hey I have a question I’m looking to buy a ferret but do you guys have any right now and if so how much?

Jani Hubbard | Aug 6, 2022
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Aug 6, 2022

Hello! We do not have any ferrets at the moment, we do get them somewhat often. You can keep an eye on our website at www.awla.org!

I have a cat tower with a hideout and shelf to sit on. It’s like new. Could you use it? About 3 feet tall.

Susan Kloha | Sep 5, 2020
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2020

Hi Susan! If the tree is un-used, we are allowed to use it here at the shelter. Unfortunately, if it has been used, state regulations do not allow us to use it at the shelter. Thank you so much for thinking of us!

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Do you guys have small dogs?

Randy Pons | Sep 6, 2019
Marisa Pedro | Sep 6, 2019

The best bet is to check the website. It is updated multiple times a day, so it is pretty accurate in terms of what animals are for adoption. That being said, small dogs are adopted fairly quickly after they are put on view. If you are looking for a small breed, visit the website, visit often, and go in person the moment you see the dog you want.

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can we come in just to hang out with the animals?

Emma Ibrahim | Sep 6, 2019
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 6, 2019

Hi Emma! We welcome visitors anytime during business hours!

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Hello, sorry is to know if you have dogs to adopt

Sheldon Garcia | Sep 6, 2019
Leslie V. | Sep 6, 2019

If you have dogs to adopt !!! If you have Facebook or Instagram, they take videos and photos of the dogs they have.

can i donate towels and blankets

Eamonn Rockwell | Sep 6, 2019
Diana Nichols | Sep 6, 2019

Yes they would love that and always need them!

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Do you have puppies for sale

Sylvia Holley | Sep 6, 2018
Martha Caceres | Aug 6, 2022

I want. adopt. A. Proficient.

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Do you have Turtele to adopt?

I developer | Sep 6, 2018
Charlene Clarke | Sep 6, 2018

I know someone with 2 turtles

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Can you just walk in or you have to make an appointment ?

Emiliya Kaisheva | Sep 6, 2018
Stephen Cowan | Sep 6, 2018

You can walk in. No appointment needed

Hello I'm looking for a baby kitten sprayed and neutered I live in Arlington can someone tell me what are the cost

Jerome King | Aug 31, 2022
Kathryn Godfrey | Aug 31, 2022

$200 for 1; $300 for two

is this a no kill shelter?

Naomi Regalado2004 | Jul 7, 2022
xianshep | Jul 7, 2022

Yes it is. They do everything to rehabilitate and/or place animals brought there.

Do you implant all of your prospective adoptees?

Scott Lockhart | Jun 7, 2022
M Ayers | Jun 7, 2022

Yes they microchip them. But you do have to register the chip. I think it’s 49 for a year or $99 for life

Is there a support group for loss of my pet?

Nancy Kilpatrick | Jun 7, 2022
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Jun 7, 2022

Hi Nancy! I'm so sorry that you are experiencing the loss of a loved one. We do offer support groups occasionally through our Smarty Pets classes. You can keep an eye on upcoming events at https://www.awla.org/events/. The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria also has a Pet Loss Support Group that meets regularly.

Do you have any white or caramel kittens?

Mimo Ka | Jun 7, 2022
Sandra M. Corder | Jun 7, 2022

I am not sure, but you can go to their website and see.

We have a boy guinea that I would like to get neutered. Can you recommend a place that can do this for a low cost? Also, do you know of places that accept guineas, if people decide to travel?

Nicole Whatley | May 8, 2022
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | May 8, 2022

Hi Nicole! Unfortunately we are not aware of any low-cost vets that will neuter guinea pigs because it is such a delicate procedure. Our small animals go to Stahl Exotics for their procedures!

Do you accept donations of canned cat food?

Carol Pierson | Apr 8, 2022
Chitta Da Chatta Box | Apr 8, 2022

Yes

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i have been given a cat food the cat is homeless. i would like to give it a home. can someone help to get the cat off the street. and give it to ME.

Kathy | Feb 7, 2022
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Feb 7, 2022

Hi Kathy. Please give us a call at 703-931-9241 and we’ll see what we can do to help!

Do u accept volunteers

Boizy B | Jan 8, 2022
Lydia Schaeffer | Jan 8, 2022

Yes they do.

Is Audi still avaliable for adoption? I didn't see her photo today. It was here last night. I am very interested I'm meeting her. Could I have the wrong facility?

Teresa Hendrickson | Nov 9, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Nov 9, 2021

She was adopted! ☺️

Do you all have any dogs I really want one for my children

Angela Wallace | Oct 10, 2021
Ben Angeloni | Oct 10, 2021

Yes! You can view the available pets on their website!

do the rescue injured animals

Laura Flammia | Sep 5, 2021
Divya Aurora | Sep 5, 2021

Yes they do

What is spelling of awle

Xander Sanchez | Sep 5, 2021
Marisa Pedro | Sep 5, 2021

Animal welfare league of Arlington

Are the rescued Sugar Gliders still available?

Peg Graham | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

Hi Peg! We do not have sugar gliders. Maybe you were thinking of another shelter?

What is it like having a bunny? I really want one and they are adorable 🥰

Danielle Johnson | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

This is a great resource for learning about bunny ownership! https://rabbit.org/

How do I go about adopting a support animal

Gayle Pinkney | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

Hi Gayle! You can find out more about our adoption process at https://www.awla.org/adopt/adoption-processes/. We aren’t able to guarantee that any of our pets would be suitable support animals, but if you let us know what you’re looking for and we can try to make a good match!

Do you all have a use....e,g. pet bedding...for old sheets?

Deborah Sliz | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

We are happy to take washable pet beds and blankets! Unfortunately we don't use sheets, but thank you for thinking of us!

Do you have chihuahuas?

james wroe | Sep 5, 2021
Ryan “McSpazz” Hughes-Fenchel | Sep 5, 2021

Check their website. They list all of the dogs they're fostering there.

How are covid regulations? Can we come without appointment?

Nataly Vega | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

Hi Nataly! You do need an appointment for adoptions, but can give us a call or email for other issues!

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We have a dog kennel, a "time-out" cage, two large dog pillows, an old comforter, and hundreds of WASHINGTON POST newspaper bags. Could you use any of these?

Deborah McGraw | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

We would be happy to take those items! You can drop them off anytime during our business hours.

Q. Do you guys have GSD puppies?

Cody Hunter | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

Not at the moment, but you can check out our other adoptable dogs at https://www.awla.org/adopt/adopt-a-dog/

Do you accept previously used hooded kitty litter boxes?

Rose Morris | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

Unfortunately we cannot take used litter boxes, but thank you for thinking of us!

Hello, I have a 6 y/o neutered short haired tabby. Current shots. Surrendering. What is the process? Playful, affectionate, litter trained, talker however, he MUST be the ONLY cat. Tried EVERYTHING. Jackson G. Solutions, Pheromones, Zylkene...

Missandei De Naath | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

You can get info about our surrender process here: https://www.awla.org/services/surrendering-an-animal/

Do you accept dog kennels as donations? I have a wicker one that would be in a home nicely and also an airline kennel should a dog be put on a plane. Both are for medium or small dogs, not a big dog. I'm happy to donate to anyone who needs them.

Joanne Amos | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

Yes we do! You can drop donations off anytime in the donation bin in front of the shelter.

Do you guys have American bulls or short haired German Shepherds.

Arthur McKnight | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

Hi Arthur! You can see all of our available dogs here: https://www.awla.org/adopt/adopt-a-dog/

Do u guys have small baby bunnies that dont grow much??

Melanie Dunn | Sep 5, 2021
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2021

Are you looking for dwarf breeds? We don’t have any at the moment but we get them from time to time!

Hi do you guys currently have german shephards at this shelter?

•Sųndae Çookie• | Sep 5, 2020
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2020

Hello! We do not currently have any german shepards, but you can see all of our adoptable pets at https://www.awla.org/adopt/adopt-a-dog/

Hi, do u guys have any shih tzu puppies or any small breed available for adoption?

Phuong Nguyen | Sep 5, 2020
fusun sahin | Sep 5, 2020

Hi, I have fostered an animal from this shelter. They do have a sign up system in their website. When there are animals that are looking for forever home, they can notify you. Also, they do do a check to understand your motivation and the resources that you can provide the animal you will foster /adopt.

Are you guys a no kill shelter?

Brooke Thomas | Sep 5, 2020
Krista Cody | Sep 5, 2020

Yes! No kill

Do you accept bags and cans of cat food? Our finicky cats have rejected these after one taste.

Sally Brett | Sep 5, 2020
Jon Fisher | Sep 5, 2020

Yes, they accept any unopened and non expired food

Do you guys have ferrets?

Thepic1_playz | Sep 5, 2020
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2020

Hi there! We don't have any right now but we do get them occasionally. You can keep an eye on our website at www.awla.org!

May perhaps do you guys have guinea pigs and about how much are they?

venus - | Sep 5, 2020
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2020

We do! You can see them here: https://www.awla.org/adopt/adopt-a-small-companion-animal/ and the adoption fee is $10.

Hello good afternoon I wanted to ask where I can put my pet in control is a rabbit but I would like to put it in control could you give me some information Thank you.

German Galan | Sep 5, 2020
RACHELL B&T | Sep 5, 2020

They give a list of where rabies vaccines can go once a month there is

Hello, I wanted to ask you a question, I have a pet rabbit but I have not sterilized it and I want to sterilize it, but I am not sure that it could be sterilized without insurance and how much the price would be.

German Galan | Sep 5, 2020
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2020

Thank you very much for contacting AWLA! We are glad to hear that you are interested in sterilizing your pet! To this end, for the month of February and while supplies last, we are offering coupons for free sterilization for rabbits. To access these coupons you must meet the following requirements: Have annual income of USD 60,000 or less. Owning the pet Come in person to our facilities with your proof of income (taxes or removable payment) and your photo identification. Process (in person) with our staff your coupon, our address is 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, 22206 Arlington VA. If you have any additional questions please do not hesitate to contact us.

hi. do you guys have any baby kittens for sale?

Kay | Sep 5, 2020
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2020

Hi Kay! You can check out the pets we have available for adoption here: www.awla.org/adopt/adopt-a-cat/

Do you have parrots available for adoption? What is the fee? And the process?

Donna Spencer | Sep 5, 2020
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2020

Hi Donna! We do not currently have any parrots up for adoption, but we do get them once every so often. The best thing to do is to keep an eye on our website to check out what pets are available: https://www.awla.org/adopt/adopt-a-small-companion-animal/ If/when we do get larger parrots, the adoption fee is around $150 depending on the breed.

Hello, well, my question is can I sterilize my puppies and what would the cost be?

iris salgado | Sep 5, 2020
miguel castillo | Sep 5, 2020

Good morning, I really don't know if they do that in that place, I went to see dogs to see if I could buy one

How much is the control worth for 2 cats?

Lel Lel | Sep 5, 2020
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2020

Hi there! You can find our prices here: https://www.awla.org/adopt/adoption-process/

Is it possible to walk the dogs as volunteering? Me and my friend want to volunteer. We can't have dogs since we are here temporarily.

Personal Mail | Sep 5, 2020
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 5, 2020

Yes you can! Here’s more info: https://www.awla.org/walk-a-dog-at-awla/

Do you take donations of cat food? My cat had to switch to a special diet and I’m not sure what to do with the food we’d already purchased.

Misty Jones | Sep 5, 2020
Dalal Musa | Sep 5, 2020

They do!

I have to surrender my dog due to personal reasons. If any one is looking for a small dog that is great with kids, he will be at the shelter starting tomorrow.

Ketoria McHenry | Sep 6, 2019
Yamille King | Sep 6, 2019

I have a friend that might

Does any one know if this is a no kill shelter?

Ketoria McHenry | Sep 6, 2019
Diana Nichols | Sep 6, 2019

Definitely no kill!

Do they declaw, and what's the price?

A C | Sep 6, 2019
A C | Sep 6, 2019

Blah blah blah

Do you guys have mini lops? I really want to get two young ones, neutered and spayed! Also how much do you think that would cost?

Yazmin | Sep 6, 2019
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 6, 2019

Hi Yessimine! We don’t have any mini lop rabbits right now, but we do have other kinds of adoptable rabbits! Our rabbit adoption fee is $75.

My pet mouse is pregnant and I can’t keep the babies, is there anyway I can surrender them once they are old enough to leave the mom?

Gwenn Donnelly | Sep 6, 2019
Chelsea Jones | Sep 6, 2019

Hi Gwen! Are you an Arlington County resident? AWLA can take owner surrenders of pets from Arlington Co residents. You can find out more here: https://www.awla.org/services/surrendering-an-animal/

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What is their email

Im_Simp | Sep 6, 2019
Tara C | Sep 6, 2019

It's not listed online that I saw, but their address and phone are there... https://www.awla.org/

When do you guys open today

Nick Mosel | Sep 6, 2019
Linda Conrad | Sep 6, 2019

This is a wonderful organization. The place is well kept and animals are well cared for. We have donated carriers and other items as well as used their spay neuter program. You are in the right place to donate, adopt or volunteer.

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We discovered yesterday that a mother squirrel has delivered three offspring in a hidden corner of our balcony behind some storage boxes. Can we bring them to you so they can be released safely into the wild?

Henry | Sep 6, 2019
Kat Cornell | Sep 6, 2019

Call Wildlife rehabilitation not Animal Control. Wildlife is managed by the state so Animal Control can only remove them from inside living spaces, capture potentially rabid or sick/injured, or contact wildlife rehab for you. If they are healthy and not in immediate danger the best thing would be to wait a few weeks and they will leave the nest on their own as they strike out into their own space. It would be very difficult to move them to a new location and expect them to know how to find food in an unknown area - it would be like moving you to a foriegn city and expecting you to survive without knowing the language or dangers of the area.

Do you have a husky puppy?

FSK Inferno | Sep 6, 2019
Lyz Frey | Sep 6, 2019

You can find their current dogs on the website and on pet finder. Go meet all of their dogs. You may find your new best friend, regardless of the color of their fur or ancestral country of origin.

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Our Sunday School class is interested in making toys and collecting money to buy treats for animals at your shelter. Do you accept these? Any requirements?

Discerning Ways | Sep 6, 2019
Jennifer Lynn | Sep 6, 2019

Nice idea! I saw the donation box outside the building - they accept only new and unopened food and toys, etc. for animals, from what I remember.

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What do you do when your facility becomes crowded with the animals

Freddy Gudiel | Sep 6, 2019
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 6, 2019

Hi Freddy! Luckily, we do not get to capacity very often, but when we do, we run adoption specials to find more animals homes and put animals into foster homes as well. Here at AWLA we do not euthanize for space or time limits.

Do you guys have samouyed dogs or golden retrievers

David Gomez | Sep 6, 2019
Diana Nichols | Sep 6, 2019

Changes every day - come on in and see!

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What do you need to adopt a bunny?

ThatOneUser | Sep 6, 2019
Lyz Frey | Sep 6, 2019

Place an application, pay the fee, and keep them indoors.

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I have five cats and I can not have them in the apartment where I live, I can go and leave them with you and when it would cost me?

Y R | Sep 6, 2019
Kathy Bovino | Sep 6, 2019

Please, please take the cats to this shelter! You wont be charged and the people are kind and helpful.

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Are they a no-kill shelter?? I’m looking to volunteer and I’m hoping to find a no-kill shelter to volunteer at.

Valerian Frisbie | Sep 6, 2018
Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Sep 6, 2019

Hi Keith! The AWLA is an open-admission shelter, which means we take in any animals that need help or can no longer be cared for by their owners in Arlington Co. Because of this open door policy, we do on rare occasions have to humanely euthanize animals for severe medical or behavioral issues. However, we are proud to say that this year 96% of animals brought to us were either adopted, returned to their owners, or transferred to other organizations! Please let us know if you have any other questions! ~ Chelsea, AWLA Communications Specialist

Does this place sell chickens/chicks for pets?

micro wave | Sep 6, 2018
Krista Cody | Sep 6, 2018

No

do you have puppies for sale?

Ronald Arrington | Sep 6, 2018
Daniel Lazenby (Daniel L) | Sep 6, 2018

The AWLA animal's are up for adoption they are not for "sale". As stated earlier there's an application to adopt process and an adoption fee if you are approved for the adoption. See their website for animals available for adoption.

Do you take in Guinea pigs?

Alexis Reyes | Sep 6, 2018
Megan Stull | Sep 6, 2018

They do

Do you have dogs in adoption? What's the fee?

Diana Veliz | Sep 6, 2018
Kathy Bovino | Sep 6, 2018

Yes they do. I believe the fee is between $100 and $200. Go to the website for the correct answer.

Do the take in cats?

Aisha Feliciano | Sep 6, 2018
Krista Cody | Sep 6, 2018

Yes definitely and they have the only bottle feeding volunteer group called the Kitten College in the nation!

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Do they have puppy parties?

Lemongirl | Sep 6, 2018
Carolyn Stratton | Sep 6, 2018

They do kids birthday parties.

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Looking for small puppy

Anthony Williams | Sep 6, 2018
Carolyn Stratton | Sep 6, 2018

Their website is great. They told us they mostly spay/neuter on Monday and they will be on the website by Wednesday and its updated often.

Do you have guinea pigs?

Aiden Harper | Sep 6, 2018
Leslie Valenzuela | Sep 6, 2018

Yes they do! Unless people adopted all of them and they have no more.

New to the area and I miss having a pet. Are there opportunities to volunteer?

Tricia Ward | Sep 6, 2018
David Castle | Sep 6, 2018

Yes

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How much for service dog

Bridgette Gales | Sep 6, 2018
David Castle | Sep 6, 2018

They di not offer service dogs per se. It is more they offer dogs that have been rescued for adoption.

I'm looking for a white kitten ,if you have any available then plz let me know! Thank you

Sam saeed | Sep 6, 2018
Corinne Breyault | Sep 6, 2018

If you want a white kitten, then I would suggest checking in daily on the Adopt a Cat section!

Can I donate animal carriers and cages?

Jim Moore | Sep 6, 2018
laura dyckman | Sep 6, 2018

You sure can! Those, and beds, blankets, and unopened pet foods.

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Did you do the newtering cats??

Sonia Camacho | Sep 6, 2018
Corinne Breyault | Sep 6, 2018

Yes, I have two kittens and they do neuter/spay.

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