Tag: animal welfare league of alexandria

Our View: The power of love and goodwill

Two stories, both with happy endings, have helped provide a hopeful launch to 2023 in Alexandria. Both are testaments to the power of determination,...

Starting off fresh

By Gina Hardter On Jan. 1, people around the world resolve to make changes to improve their lives, but what about improving the lives of...

AWLA seeks home for senior dog pair

By Olivia Anderson | [email protected] Searching for some furry friends to add to the family this holiday season? You’re in luck. The Animal Welfare League of...

Caring for furry friends

By Gina Hardter  As the year draws to a close and the days get shorter and colder, many of us are starting to plan for...

Tails wag at Paws in the Park

By Kassidy McDonald │[email protected] On Oct. 16, Alexandrians and visitors from the DMV area brought their furry friends and gathered in Oronoco Bay Park for...

Autumnal adventures

By Gina Hardter This fall, we’re all looking for fun activities to do — and why not consider something that’s equally fun for your canine...

One of the rescue beagles is now a duchess!

By Kim Gilliam We have all heard by now about the incredible rescue of 4,000 beagles from the overcrowded and unsanitary conditions at the Envigo...

How to train and mentally stimulate your pet

By Gina Hardter Back-to-school season is right around the corner, but getting back into the learning habit isn’t just for kids. Explore some fun ways...

Cold weather calisthenics — for your pet

By Gina Hardter Cold weather doesn’t stop humans from getting exercise, and it doesn’t have to be a reason for inactivity in pets either. Here...

Alexandria certified as pet-friendly city

By Cody Mello-Klein | [email protected] Alexandria might have to change its nickname from the Port City to the Pet City, after Mars Petcare recently certified...