Animal shelters provide a safe temporary home for stray, lost, and surrendered animals while connecting them with adoptive families or reuniting them with their owners. There are 5 Animal Shelters locations in Alexandria, Virginia.

Residents of Alexandria can visit their local shelter to adopt a pet, report a stray animal, or surrender an animal in need. Bring a valid photo ID when visiting, and check the shelter's website or call ahead to confirm adoption hours and current animal availability before making the trip.

List of Alexandria City, Virginia Animal Shelters

Cat Haven

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Kitten Orange White

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Kitten Orange White

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Animal Welfare League Of Alexandria

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Animal Welfare League Of Alexandria

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Tails High, Inc.

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Operation Paws For Homes

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Operation Paws For Homes

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Residents of Alexandria can support their local animal shelter beyond adoption by volunteering as dog walkers or cat socializers, fostering animals temporarily, or donating items from the shelter's online wish list. Check the shelter's social media pages for urgent appeals and animals that have been waiting longest for a home.

You may also find Animal Shelters locations in nearby cities including Dunn Loring, Fairfax, Fairfax Station.