Pets rescued from Hurricane Ida in Louisiana up for adoption in Alexandria

Published September 2, 2021 at 9:45AM

Skid takes her first step toward a new life. (Via AWLA)

Ebby poses for the camera at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. (Via AWLA)

Grits and Grillade enjoying a big meal after their journey. (Via AWLA)

It’s been a long week for the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. This week as Hurricane Ida pounded its way up the East Coast, a team from the AWLA flew down and rescue five dogs and four kittens from a Louisiana shelter.

“We’re glad to work with this amazing team to help dozens of animals find their homes across our community,” said Katie DeWillems, AWLA’s director of operations.

The kittens will go into foster until they grow big enough for adoption, and the dogs will be available for adoption soon.

If you want to learn more about these rescued pets, email [email protected] or call 703-746-4774.

Via AWLA

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