Mount Vernon Animal Rescue

Animal rescue in Alexandria, Virginia

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Address

Alexandria, VA 22309

Contact

Dana Melvin

Donation

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Adoptable Pets at Mount Vernon Animal Rescue

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Photo of Yoshi

Yoshi

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 yrs 11 mos

Alexandria, VA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with cats
Story
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Agatha

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 11 mos

Alexandria, VA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids
Good with cats
Story
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Winston

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 11 mos

Alexandria, VA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
House-trained
Story

Rescue FAQs

Mount Vernon Animal Rescue is Mount Vernon Animal Rescue is a foster-based organization dedicated to advancing animal welfare through reducing homelessness, providing veterinarian care to animals in need, and assisting injured or orphaned wildlife.
South Alexandria, Mount Vernon, Lorton, Hayfield, Franconia
  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We provide a 90-day probationary period to ensure a positive adjustment for both the pet and the family. We are available for advice and help with the transition if needed and will take back any pet upon request.

Pets at shelters and rescues near Mount Vernon Animal Rescue

Nerdy Paws Animal Rescue

Springfield, VA 22150

Cockers & Friends, Incorporated

P.O. Box 30032, Alexandria, VA 22310

Project Second Chance Inc.

PO Box 150485, Alexandria, VA 22315

Photo of Sissy *Adoption Pending*

Sissy *Adoption Pending*

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 3 yrs

Alexandria, VA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs
Story
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Bodhi

Australian Shepherd

Male, 10 mos

Alexandria, VA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs
Story
Photo of Onyx (Gem Litter)

Onyx (Gem Litter)

Feist/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos

Alexandria, VA

Color
N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Story

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Animal Legal Defense Fund

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