Animal Welfare League of Alexandria

The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria is an independent, local, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that operates the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter, an open-admission facility and Alexandria’s only animal shelter. Every year, the League touches the lives of more than 6000 animals, including strays, lost pets, local wildlife, rescue animals, and animals surrendered by their owners. The AWLA is committed to addressing animal homelessness, promoting animal welfare, and serving as an educational resource for the community. The organization has guidelines for the use of its Facebook page and offers various programs and services, including adoptions, behavior and training advice, animal control and licensing, wildlife rescue, and reduced-cost spay and neuter certificates. The League's mission is to inspire compassion for all living things, provide shelter to animals in need, and promote adoptions, animal welfare, and responsible pet ownership in the community.