Fido may be smarter than you thought
By Kim Jones Gilliam
You’ve seen them on social media: The amazing dogs who tap buttons on a soundboard with pre-recorded words such as “walk,”...
Send your dog ‘back to school’ this fall
By Erin Shackelford
It’s time to begin thinking about heading back to school, but getting a well-rounded education isn’t just for kids. Your dog can...
Help your pup become a therapy dog
By Kim Jones Gilliam
Numerous studies have shown the physical and emotional health benefits of owning a dog. Interacting with and petting dogs relieves anxiety...
Outside dining with dogs: Tips for a safe, healthy meal
By Tiffany Johnson-Wiggins
Summer in Alexandria means so much fun for dog-owners: long walks on the Mount Vernon Trail, meet-ups at Chinquapin Park and, of course,...
Best summer outings with your pup
By Kim Jones Gilliam
The arrival of longer days and warmer weather is a great excuse to find fun ways to enjoy all that the...
AWLA resources to keep your companion
By Erin Shackelford
Northern Virginia has consistently been one of the more expensive areas in the United States. Thirty-seven percent of all households, including nearly...
