We operate an open admission animal shelter and provide animal services for the City of Alexandria, VA. We're celebrating 80 years in 2026!
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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…
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May 31
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…
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May 14
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
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Apr 29
It was 21 years ago last month that I adopted "baby" Pandora from @AlexAnimals . She eventually grew into her ears and head:
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May 11
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.
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Apr 30
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
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Apr 20
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…
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Apr 20
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…
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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
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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.
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Mar 18
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.
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Mar 16
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.
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Feb 25
Found animal! If you have information about this animal or if she is your lost pet, email info@alexandriaanimals.org or call 703-746-4774. #alexanimals #alexandriava #foundanimals
"Truffles" - Mixed breed dog (1100 Pendleton St., 22314)
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Feb 24
🌎✂️ It's World Spay Day! 🌎 ✂️
In 2025, nearly 600,000 animals were euthanized in U.S. shelters. Spaying and neutering is the responsible thing to do in order to support healthier animals and communities! AlexandriaAnimals.org/SpayNe…
#worldspayday #hiptosnip #spayneuter
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Feb 13
We have Day Off School Camp (for 6-7 year olds) on Monday, February 16! 🐾 Registration is open!
Our Day Off School Camps provide animal-related education and experiences, each day with a different theme to explore. alexandriaanimals.org/day-of…
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Feb 12
Bring home TRUE LOVE. 💕Thanks to our friends at Livewell Animal Hospital of Alexandria, all dogs and cats 6 months have waived adoption fees this Friday, February 13, through Sunday, February 15! AlexandriaAnimals.org/adopt
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It's your lucky day!🍀Join us for a special St. Paddy’s-themed pet photoshoot on Saturday, February 28, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Registration will open THIS Sunday, February 8 at noon. bit.ly/AWLAStPawtrick
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Summer Camp AND Junior Volunteer registration open THIS Sunday, February 8! Find information about all of our youth programming here: AlexandriaAnimals.org/Youth
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🚨Sanders’ Animal Abuse Trial Concludes, Verdict Reached | Sanders pled guilty to a felony charge related to the death of a dog while he was employed at Your Dog’s Best Friends. The judge ruled Sanders guilty on 4 misdemeanor charges.
Find more: bit.ly/SandersAnimalAbuse.
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Jan 28
Early-birds! 🚨 Register before Feb. 1 & get 15% off your ALX Dog Walk registration! Every participant receives a goodie bag with a sustainably sourced T-shirt, dog bandana, & more, but you ✨MUST✨ register!
Use code "EARLY" until Jan. 31. 👉 Register: ALXDogWalk.com.
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