There’s pawsitive news for dog owners: Alexandrians can officially adopt more than three dogs.
At a City Council meeting this weekend, the city amended its ordinance to increase the limit on the number of dogs per dwelling unit from three to five.
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Leslie is a lovely kitten just 9 months old and is in need of a forever home.
This black and white girl with beautiful gold eyes is currently up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.
Get ready to have your heart won over by Puppy, an 11-year-old dog searching for his forever home!
This beautiful and loving guy is currently up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.
How many dogs should be allowed to live in Alexandria households?
Since 1995 it’s been illegal to own more than three dogs in Alexandria. The ordinance was passed with cat hoarding in mind, however, and the limit on cats as pets is remaining unchanged at four.
Despite being one of the dog-friendliest cities in the country, it’s been illegal for Alexandria residents to own more than three dogs and four cats for decades. Now Mayor Justin Wilson is asking city staff to present a proposal that will increase the number of dogs allowed to live in a single household.
The limit on dog ownership goes back to 1995, but it was never about the dogs, Wilson said. The ordinance was approved by City Council to keep cat owners from hoarding feline companions.
Please welcome the beautiful and entertaining Belle!
Belle is a 2-year-old female dog up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Full of energy and radiating happiness, this girl will definitely be your ray of sunshine on a cloudy day.
Faye and Harmony, two female Rex bunnies are up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria!
These lovely bunnies are almost 2 years old and are in need of a home together. Rex bunnies — known for being calm, affectionate and playful, Faye and Harmony are exactly that, according to AWLA spokesperson Erin Shackelford.
Meet Charlie, a 6-year-old up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.
This male tabby has been patiently waiting for a family to call his own!
Say hello to the sweetest pup ever, Starla Rose!
This 5 year-old hound dog is up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria and enjoys walks that include plenty of time for sniffs.
Here’s a roundup of all the events, live music, and entertainment happening around Alexandria this weekend. Enjoy!
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Beautiful, calm and easygoing can be used to describe Burch!
This four-year-old black cat is ready for her lucky break and she’s been on the prowl for a wonderful forever home.