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Inseparable Kitties Chloe and Emmie Up for Adoption With the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria

Published November 19, 2020 at 3:45PM

Felines Chloe and Emmie are bonded for life, and the dynamic duo are looking for a new family through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.

“Four-year-old felines Emmie (orange) and Chloe are ready to double your pleasure and double your fun, because this dynamic duo of bonded kitties are looking for their new family…together,” said AWLA spokesperson Gina Hardter. “While their looks couldn’t be more opposite, their purr-sonalities are pretty similar: both girls are sweet, outgoing and go out of their way to get pets from new people.”

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Toyful Tank is Up for Adoption Through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria

By James Cullum

Published November 12, 2020 at 3:45PM

Tank always makes sure to put his toys away after he finishes with playtime, and the three-year-old Pit Bull Terrier is also looking for a new home through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.

“Tank’s favorite place to be is in his cozy bed full of blankets and toys,” said AWLA spokeswoman Audrey Alessi. “He’s looking for a best friend who can relate!”

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Personal Space is a Foreign Concept for this Local Cat Looking for a New Home

By Vernon Miles

Published September 3, 2020 at 3:30PM

Alex, a tabby up for adoption at the AWLA (photo courtesy AWLA)

Cats have a reputation for being somewhat aloof, but nobody has told that to Alex yet.

The five-year-old tabby up for adoption at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA) is desperate for attention and affection.

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Meet the Animal Welfare League’s Biggest Adoptable Pet: Bruce

By Vernon Miles

Published August 27, 2020 at 3:30PM

The two-year-old mastiff is a large dog currently looking for a new home in the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA).

“At over 100 pounds, Bruce is the largest animal currently at the AWLA,” said Gina Hardter, spokesperson for the AWLA. “But he’s so sweet, we think at least 25 pounds of that must be his big heart. Check out how he dwarfs the kiddie pool!”

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Alexandria’s ‘Spice Girls’ Rats Looking for a New Venue

By Vernon Miles

Published August 21, 2020 at 10:20AM | Updated August 21, 2020 at 10:42AM

The Alexandria Animal Welfare League has been overrun but a veritable vermintide as it seeks to find a new home for five spicy rats.

“Anise, Basil, Nutmeg, Paprika and Saffron may sound spicy, but these ladies are the sweetest rats in town,” said Gina Hardter, spokesperson for the AWLA.

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Affectionate Alexandria ‘House Panther’ Seeking New Home/Hunting Grounds

By Vernon Miles

Published August 13, 2020 at 4:30PM

Don’t let his intimidating gaze and sleek demeanor fool you, staff at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria say that Dana is a love bug.

“While young and active, Dana is also an affectionate love bug,” said Audrey Alessi, a spokesperson for the AWLA. “Crouch down to greet him and he’ll put his paws on your lap so you can more easily pet him.”

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Energetic Bluetick Hound/Puppy Hoping for Ear Scratches and Belly Rubs at a New Home

By Vernon Miles

Published August 6, 2020 at 4:30PM

At a little over a year old, Buck is an excitable and energetic young pup looking for a home in Alexandria.

“He’s also pretty smart, and when treats are involved,” said Gina Hardter, spokesperson for the Animal Welfare League. “He’s excited to learn all kinds of new games and tricks.”

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Stately Lionhead Rabbit ‘Mr. Patterson’ Seeks Dignified Home

By Vernon Miles

Published July 30, 2020 at 3:15PM

Mr. Patterson, a rabbit up for adoption at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (courtesy photo)

Mr. Patterson may be cute, but the staff at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria where he is currently awaiting say that prospective owners should make no mistake — he is a true gentleman.

“Mr. Patterson may be a bit leonine, but he’s actually just a lionhead rabbit (though he’s just as proud of his majestic mane as any big cat would be),” said Gina Hardter, a spokesperson for the AWLA. “This 2-year-old gentleman’s favorite spots are a well-filled hay bin or a snuggly enclosure with lots of blankets.”

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Cute but Shy Alexandria Kitty Hopes for a New Home

By Vernon Miles

Published July 23, 2020 at 3:20PM

Lucy is not quick to fall in love, but if she can find the right owner, this 13-month old kitten will be a friend for life.

Lucy is a cat up for adoption at the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter (4101 Eisenhower Avenue). Gina Hardter, a spokesperson for the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, said that Lucy can be reserved at first around new humans.

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Local Cold-Blooded Pet Seeking a Warm Alexandria Home

By Vernon Miles

Published July 16, 2020 at 3:30PM

Shyla is a green gecko who is at least three, though AWLA spokesperson Gina Hardter said she could be older.

As a reptile, Hardter said Shyla is a cold-blooded pet who will need a home that can provide a heat source for her enclosure. Shlya is also an insectivore, but there are a variety of nutritional products that can keep her well-fed with the protein and calcium she needs.

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Unique Alexandria Cat With A Hemingway Trait Wants to Hitch a Ride to a Local Home

By Vernon Miles

Published July 9, 2020 at 3:30PM

Dub is a little different from most cats.

The eight-year-old cat is up for adoption at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Gina Hardter, spokeswoman for the AWLA, says Dub has a certain unique trait among the shelter’s cats.