Rappahannock Animal Welfare League

160 Weaver Road Amissville, Virginia 20106
Dogs
Rappahannock Animal Welfare League animal shelter in Amissville, VA
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Hours of operation

  1. Monday 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  2. Tuesday 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  3. Wednesday Closed
  4. Thursday 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM Today
  5. Friday 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  6. Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  7. Sunday Closed

Hours as reported by the shelter. Call ahead before visiting — holiday and intake hours can differ.

About this shelter

Rappahannock Animal Welfare League in Amissville, VA

The Rappahannock Animal Welfare League (RAWL) is an animal shelter located in Amissville, Virginia, about 50 miles east of Alexandria, VA. RAWL is committed to rescuing dogs, providing them with shelter, food, and medical care, and finding them their forever homes, with a mission to give every dog a chance to live a happy and healthy life. The shelter is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM, and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. RAWL is a registered charity that relies on donations and community support to continue caring for homeless dogs until they are matched with permanent homes.

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Adopting from Rappahannock Animal Welfare League

Adoption process

Applicants must fill out and submit an adoption application (must be 23+, have landlord consent, and meet other criteria), pay a $200 adoption fee, and agree to a 30-day money-back trial period during which the dog can be returned if it's not a good fit.

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