Shall we try this again? Paws in the Park is rescheduled to Sunday, November 1! 🐾🩵 All of the day's activities are a go, including live music, a beer and wine garden + food vendors, exhibitors, a pet costume contest, and adoptable animals. pawsintheparkva.com/

We're OPEN today! 🐾🩵 Adoption hours are from noon to 5 PM. All dogs 40+ lbs. have $0 adoption fees through Oct. 31. If you're interested in meeting a fostered animal, email [email protected]. See all animals at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt.

We've added even more great items to the Paws in the Park Silent Auction! 🐾🩵 Bidding is OPEN NOW through Paws in the Park on Sunday, October 11 at 3:30 PM. *New items are added every week, too!* Start bidding here 👉 pawsintheparkva.com/silent-a…

We're ramping up for Paws in the Park on Oct. 11, but there's another fun fall event you should plan to attend!🐾 We're excited to partner again with Nardi Media LLC and The Garden Del Ray for Bark-toberfest.

🚨 We are very full and nearing capacity. 🚨 And, sadly, more and more animal relinquishment requests keep coming our way. 🩵 If you’ve been thinking about adding an animal to your family, now is a great time to adopt. Find all of our animals at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt.

Even though fireworks are ILLEGAL in the city of Alexandria, we suspect you and your animals will hear a few. Our Animal Services team is here to help! But, there are certain things we can and can't handle. Unsure where your quandary may lie? Call 703-746-4444.

It's time! 💫 Our annual pet photo calendar contest is *NOW OPEN* for entries and votes! Learn more, upload your picture, and start voting here: AlexandriaAnimals.org/Calend…

Our calendar contest opens tomorrow at 8 AM! 💫 Set those alarms because the first 25 entrants will receive 100 bonus votes to kick start their journey to superstardom! Link to upload photos and vote here (starting June 1): AlexandriaAnimals.org/Calend…

It's (𝒂𝒍𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕) time for our annual Calendar Pet Photo Contest! 🌘💫 Throughout June, you can upload your pets' photos ($35 per photo) and ask your friends and family to cast votes ($1 per vote) online. Find all the details, prizes, and more: bit.ly/AWLACalendarContest

We’re 5 months away from Paws in the Park! Save the date 📆 (October 11, 2026) for Alexandria’s biggest animal event of the year. And this year is going to be better than ever as we celebrate our 80th anniversary! Sponsor and vendor: PawsInTheParkVA.com.

May is National Pet Month! 🐾 And we know just how to celebrate ... Starting tomorrow, Friday, May 1, through Sunday, May 3, adoption fees for all dogs 6 months and older are WAIVED! See all our available animals at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt #alexanimals #adopt #dc #dmv

Does your dog act like a fool on the leash? Or freak out when someone rings the doorbell? Do you want help? We have 3 virtual learning tracks for shy/fearful, high-energy, and leash-reactive dogs. The low-cost canine behavior classes are open to anyone! AlexandriaAnimals.org/Alexan…

Students in grades 8-12 are invited to join us tomorrow, Tuesday, April 21 from 5-7 PM to hear from Mike Maslanka, the senior nutritionist and head of Nutrition Science at the @NationalZoo as part of our Shelter STEM series. 👉 AlexandriaAnimals.org/Shelte…

The ALX Dog Walk is next Saturday! 🐾👟Register now, so you and your pup can participate! Every participant receives a goodie bag with a sustainably sourced T-shirt, dog bandana, & eco-friendly treats, but you MUST register! Register here: ALXDogWalk.com

Spring has sprung, and our dog dorms are full of amazing puppies and adult dogs needing homes! 🌸🏠 Meet our available animals today noon until 7 p.m. We're open for adoptions Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Find all our animals at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt.

We're 1 MONTH AWAY from the ALX Dog Walk! 🐾Join us April 18 for the 2-mile walk through Old Town, sustainability festival, dog show, plastic art competition, & more. Every participant receives a goodie bag, but you ✨MUST✨ register! 👉 Register here: ALXDogWalk.com.

Due to the predicted severe weather, we are closing early today at 2 p.m. ⛈ For animal-related emergencies, contact Animal Services at 703-746-4444. Please stay weather-aware and include your pets in your safety precautions and plans.

Found animal! If you have information about this animal or if she is your lost pet, email [email protected] or call 703-746-4774. #alexanimals #alexandriava #foundanimals "Truffles" - Mixed breed dog (1100 Pendleton St., 22314)