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** I am currently being housed at our Oglethorpe St location. Come meet me at 71 Oglethorpe St NW, every day between 12pm-7pm. Please arrive no later than 6:30 p.m. to allow ample time to interact with adoptable dogs. Or visit humanerescuealliance.org/how-to-adopt to learn more.
Howdy! Vans is my name, and I am so wiggly and adorbs! I'm a compact cutie seeking love, fun and FOOD! See I arrived here so very skinny. I was ravenous and desperate for any meal. The good HRA people have been working their magic on me and I am so much happier with a full tummy. Now that I am feeling better, I am acting like a puppy and running happy zoomies everywhere. And do I love to PLAY! Do you like to play with cute doggies and be active? Great- we will get along perfectly. Now I can be a bit bashful at times so I will appreciate slow approaches. But once I am at ease, get ready....we are going places! And btw, the folks love me so much here that I've been selected as a "Staff Favorite" - wow!! So, come to HRA and ask for very good boy Vans. I can't wait to meet you!
** I am currently being housed at our Oglethorpe St location. Come meet me at 71 Oglethorpe St NW, every day between 12pm-7pm. Please arrive no later than 6:30 p.m. to allow ample time to interact with adoptable dogs. Or visit humanerescuealliance.org/how-to-adopt to learn more.
Howdy! Vans is my name, and I am so wiggly and adorbs! I'm a compact cutie seeking love, fun and FOOD! See I arrived here so very skinny. I was ravenous and desperate for any meal. The good HRA people have been working their magic on me and I am so much happier with a full tummy. Now that I am feeling better, I am acting like a puppy and running happy zoomies everywhere. And do I love to PLAY! Do you like to play with cute doggies and be active? Great- we will get along perfectly. Now I can be a bit bashful at times so I will appreciate slow approaches. But once I am at ease, get ready....we are going places! And btw, the folks love me so much here that I've been selected as a "Staff Favorite" - wow!! So, come to HRA and ask for very good boy Vans. I can't wait to meet you!
We're dedicated to finding loving homes for all the pets in our care. All you need is love-- and a state issued ID.
WE HAVE 2 ADOPTION CENTERS TO SERVE YOU:
71 OGLETHORPE ST. NW
1201 NEW YORK AVE. NE
Our doors are open from 12 PM to 7 PM every day, offering you ample time to visit and meet your potential new companion. Please arrive no later than 6:30 PM to ensure you have plenty of time to interact with our adorable pups.
Adoptions are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Be sure to bring a leash for your new dog or a carrier for your new cat or small animal. Most animals are ready to go home with you right after you meet them!
Can't make it in person? No problem! We offer virtual adoptions for animals in foster homes. From the comfort of your own home, you can browse our pets online, set up virtual meet and greets, and even conduct adoption counseling sessions.
We're dedicated to finding loving homes for all the pets in our care. All you need is love-- and a state issued ID.
WE HAVE 2 ADOPTION CENTERS TO SERVE YOU:
71 OGLETHORPE ST. NW
1201 NEW YORK AVE. NE
Our doors are open from 12 PM to 7 PM every day, offering you ample time to visit and meet your potential new companion. Please arrive no later than 6:30 PM to ensure you have plenty of time to interact with our adorable pups.
Adoptions are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Be sure to bring a leash for your new dog or a carrier for your new cat or small animal. Most animals are ready to go home with you right after you meet them!
Can't make it in person? No problem! We offer virtual adoptions for animals in foster homes. From the comfort of your own home, you can browse our pets online, set up virtual meet and greets, and even conduct adoption counseling sessions.
Come to our two shelter locations to view adoptable animals, or visit our website to learn more about animals in foster and off-site adoption events!
1201 New York Avenue NE Washington, DC 20011
Tuesday - Sunday 12-7 pm
71 Oglethorpe St. NW Washington, DC 20011
Tuesday - Sunday 12-7 pm
Come to our two shelter locations to view adoptable animals, or visit our website to learn more about animals in foster and off-site adoption events!
1201 New York Avenue NE Washington, DC 20011
Tuesday - Sunday 12-7 pm
71 Oglethorpe St. NW Washington, DC 20011
Tuesday - Sunday 12-7 pm
More about this shelter
At the Humane Rescue Alliance, we honor more than 150 years of commitment to protecting animals, supporting families, and advocating for positive change to create a world where all animals can thrive. HRA serves as a national leader and local champion for all animals.
LOCAL FOCUS
With a people-focused, community-based approach, we treat every animal as an individual and emphasize specialized care for both animals and their families. Through our five campuses in the District of Columbia and New Jersey, we are the largest animal services provider in our region – touching the lives of tens of thousands of animals annually through direct rescue, care, and community-based services. Our teams find solutions to both small and big problems, from providing direct care to an animal in crisis to tackling systemic barriers to affordable, pet-friendly housing.
At the Humane Rescue Alliance, we honor more than 150 years of commitment to protecting animals, supporting families, and advocating for positive change to create a world where all animals can thrive. HRA serves as a national leader and local champion for all animals.
LOCAL FOCUS
With a people-focused, community-based approach, we treat every animal as an individual and emphasize specialized care for both animals and their families. Through our five campuses in the District of Columbia and New Jersey, we are the largest animal services provider in our region – touching the lives of tens of thousands of animals annually through direct rescue, care, and community-based services. Our teams find solutions to both small and big problems, from providing direct care to an animal in crisis to tackling systemic barriers to affordable, pet-friendly housing.
