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Adoptable pet of the week: A sweet older girl looking for a best friend
1+ week, 1+ day ago (159+ words) Meet Stallings, an older lady who wants nothing more than a new best friend to chill with. This 8-year-old girl adores people, treats and a calm home. Stallings has a gentle nature and will do a sit trick for a…...
Alexandria pet adopters step up to ease strain on nearly full AWLA shelter
1+ week, 5+ day ago (194+ words) Pet adopters stepped up to help the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria over the weekend as the animal shelter was near capacity. On Friday (Aug. 28), AWLA reported that the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter (4101 Eisenhower Avenue) was “very full and nearing…...
Adoptable pet of the week: Batman is seeking his own sidekick
3+ week, 2+ day ago (190+ words) Meet Batman, who’s looking for his own Robin. Don’t expect Batman to fight supervillains or give you a peek inside the Batcave. Instead, he will be a willing companion on a quiet night in watching TV on the couch or…...
Poll: The best dog park in Alexandria
4+ week, 1+ day ago (152+ words) In a dog-friendly city like Alexandria, there’s no doubt it has plenty of green spaces and fenced-in dog parks to let your furry friend run and socialize with other dogs. Here are the nominees for “Best Dog Park in Alexandria…...
Adoptable pet of the week: Onyx the three-legged wonder
4+ week, 2+ day ago (203+ words) Meet Onyx, who’s proving three legs is enough to still live the fun life of a dog. This 5-year-old at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is affectionately described as a “tripod” since he recently had one rear leg removed....
Adoptable pet of the week: Handsome Chino is a well-rounded companion
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (249+ words) Meet Chino, a sweet young dog at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria in the market for a new home. This handsome 3-year-old is reported to have good house manners and crate training, and he loves everyone he meets. He’d…...
Alexandria dog daycare owner sued for $585K two years after dog’s death | ALXnow
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (561+ words) The owner of a dog that died after being abused at an award-winning dog daycare in Del Ray has sued the company for $585,000. “I’m satisfied that [Sanders] was brought to justice,” Cheslock told ALXnow. Cheslock said that, at the time,…...
Adoptable pet of the week: Golden girl Charlotte will be your chill sidekick | ALXnow
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (247+ words) If you’re in need of a mellow office assistant at your home, look no further than Charlotte. Meet Charlotte, a 10-year-old golden girl who will be a reliable companion for strolls around the block or time lounging at home. According…...
Adoptable pet of the week: A mix of energetic and zen from Ares
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (246+ words) Meet Ares, a large dog with lots of love to give. This 4-year-old dog at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria offers a good balance of an energetic and chill nature. Ares enjoys running and playing but won’t want to…...
Adoptable pet of the week: Petite Ginger seeks a quiet home
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (229+ words) Meet Ginger, a petite pup seeking a quiet home to land in. This gentle dog at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria needs a patient family who will move at her pace until she gets comfortable. She enjoys snuggling up…...