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My name is
Katniss!

Posted over 2 years ago | Updated 2 days ago

Adoption process
1

Meet the Pet

2

Submit Application

3

Approve Application

4

Sign Adoption Contract

5

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Shorthair
Color
Gray or Blue
Age
Senior
Sex
Female
Pet ID
48638968
Hair Length

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

My adoption fee is free thanks to a generous donor.

Her foster family tells us:
Her absolute favorite activity is sleeping in our lap as we watch TV on the couch. Katniss knows when I am heading to watch TV and will wait patiently until I have settled in and have a blanket on top of my outstretched legs. She will then jump up, do a bit of "kneading" and then settle in. This is a perfect time to pet her a little and scratch her ears. She also likes to sit in between us and our computers while we work, and generally keep an eye on what we're up to!

Her second favorite activity is "stalking" birds and squirrels from her perch by the window and chattering at them willing them to come closer. Katniss also trills happily when she knows it is food time - loves her Friskies!

If you are interested in adopting Katniss, please send an email to vishnhavashok@gmail.com to arrange an initial meet and greet with the pet's foster parent or a staff member. They will reply to you within 24-48 hours.
Shelter
Animal Welfare League of Arlington

Contact info

Pet ID
48638968
Contact
Address
2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA 22206

Their adoption process

1.

Meet the Pet

Visit the shelter during regular business hours. If the pet is listed as "in foster", please contact the foster at the email provided.

2.

Submit Application

If you would like to adopt after meeting the animal, the foster or staff member will give you a link to an online application.

3.

Approve Application

One of our adoptions counselors will contact you to go over the pet’s medical history, personality information, and answer any questions.

4.

Sign Adoption Contract

Finalize adoption paperwork & pay adoption fee.

5.

Take the Pet Home

Schedule a time to pick up the pet at the shelter.

Additional adoption info

We are not able to respond to all email requests. Please make sure to follow the instructions given in each pet's profile.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Meet our pets at 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington VA 22206.

More about this shelter

Founded in 1944, the Animal Welfare League of Arlington provides animal adoption and community programs to the Northern Virginia and D.C. metropolitan area, as well as animal rescue and control services within Arlington County.


Vision
A humane community in which animals and people live together harmoniously.

Mission
Improving the lives of animals and people by providing resources, care, and protection.

Values & Guiding Principles
LEAD COURAGEOUSLY: We strive to be leaders in our field and community knowing that a leader pursues excellence, fosters innovation, and rises to the hardest challenges.
DO GOOD: Encourage an environment of compassion, respect, kindness, and inclusivity among staff, volunteers, clients, and the community that we serve. Suspend judgment while acknowledging and appreciating the individuality of each person and animal.
BE HONEST: Recognize the critical role we serve in the community and maintain the public’s trust through open accessibility and transparency.
EMBRACE CHANGE: Remain open-minded and adaptable to the changing landscape. We learn from our failures and work every day to improve ourselves and the organization.
WORK TOGETHER: Support each other by creating a positive, mission-driven, and team-centered culture. Above all, have fun and laugh.