Meet Slim, whose love for her human companion is anything but slim.
Slim came to the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria animal shelter as a stray and wants to find a home to call her own, an AWLA volunteer told ALXnow. The pup has a soft tan coat and golden eyes, and she weighs 36 pounds.
Meet Ginger, a young dog looking for a calm environment to make her home.
This petite pup has a gentle spirit and has plenty of love to give once she warms up to you. An AWLA volunteer told ALXnow she needs a family with a bit of patience and would like to avoid loud, chaotic settings.
Meet Brutus, a people-loving companion who would never betray you.
This 1-year-and-7-month-old dog loves to stay active and is treat-motivated to learn new tricks, according to an AWLA volunteer. He loves playing fetch, although he is not always inclined to bring the ball back. Brutus would also enjoy accompanying you on walks or hikes.
Lorelai is looking for a new home.
The 67-pound, two-year-old pup with a reddish-brown coat also likes to take her stuffed animals on walks, according to the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Lorelai came to AWLA’s shelter at 4101 Eisenhower Avenue as a stray.
Meet Bugsy, a guinea pig doubling as an aspiring magician who can make her favorite veggies disappear.
Bugsy is a white and brown guinea pig awaiting her forever family at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. She’s ready to dazzle people with her food vanishing talents.
Meet Arturo, a 2-year-old dog who would love a family that can keep up with his energetic nature.
Arturo is a young dog who has started his training but has much more potential to learn tricks through the motivation of treats. He would enjoy activities like a treat puzzle, chasing balls, and going on a run or hike, an Animal Welfare League of Alexandria volunteer told ALXnow.
Meet Hannah, a dog who will keep you entertained with her young energy.
The 1-year-old pup is an easygoing companion that meets everyone with enthusiastic tail wags. She is active and would love to tag along on walks to show off her good leash manners, an Animal Welfare League of Alexandria volunteer told ALXnow.
Meet Billie Jean, a dog who loves cuddling just as much as her favorite people.
This 5-year-old dog is looking for a home where she can be around her human companions most of the day. An AWLA volunteer told ALXnow that Billie Jean prefers human company over canines.
Meet Truffles, a young dog who could use a confidence boost from her new family.
This 11-month-old dog came to the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria as a frightened stray and is doing better in a foster home, an AWLA volunteer told ALXnow. She has lived with a dog and cat in her foster home and would do well with another dog in her adopter’s home.
Meet Carbunco, a small dog who brings big energy.
Carbunco would make an ideal companion for families looking for a smaller dog. This dog just shy of 2 years old has a black coat with white markings and weighs 13 pounds. He walks well on a leash and will happily chase a ball, play with toys or follow his favorite people around.
Meet Niko, a dog who has a zest for life and a love for all things people and outdoors.
This 1-year-old dog has a black coat with white markings and weighs 52 pounds. The pup is eager to continue his training — with treats as a reward.
