For 100 years, the Washington Animal Rescue League has rescued the dogs, cats, puppies and kittens that had nowhere else to go. As the oldest animal shelter in the Nation’s Capital, the Washington Animal Rescue League has rescued, cared for and adopted more than 100,000 animals in its history. The Washington Animal Rescue League’s Mission: To honor and strengthen the human-animal bond by providing the best quality care for homeless dogs and cats, and supporting companion animals in their homes through affordable veterinary care, community outreach and education. The Washington Animal Rescue League’s national reputation is renowned. WARL was named one of the U.S.’s Top Ten Emergency Placement Partners by the Humane Society of the United States. Perhaps most impressive is the Washington Animal Rescue League’s mission to foster the human-animal bond. The only animal shelter in the Washington, D.C. region with a full-service medical center, WARL’s staff not only treats the temporary residents of the shelter, but also serves as the veterinary resource for area residents who struggle to financially afford veterinary care for their pets. The discounted medical care for income-qualified residents, low cost vaccinations and spay/neuter, and the Washington Animal Rescue League Pet Food Bank for those that cannot afford to feed their pets, are examples of the organization’s connection and service to the community. All of this is accomplished as a private, non-profit organization that operates entirely on donations, taking no government funds or tax dollars.
