Animal Welfare League of Arlington - H.E.L.P. Program
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- What it is
- Crisis and temporary pet care
- Who it helps
- Arlington County or Falls Church City residents facing a health or housing crisis.
- Where
- Arlington County and Falls Church City residents
- Status
- Accepting applications
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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Short-term pet housing for up to two weeks for people facing a health or housing crisis, such as emergency evacuation, unexpected hospitalization or entering a domestic abuse shelter. Some pets stay in temporary foster homes; expired vaccinations can be updated at the shelter.
How to reach them
Where: Arlington County and Falls Church City residents
Good to know
- Who can use it: Arlington County or Falls Church City residents facing a health or housing crisis. Pets must be spayed or neutered. Approval depends on space at the shelter.
- How to get started: Call the Pet Resource Center at (703) 931-9241.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
Before you go
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