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May 05, 2021

D.C. Humane Rescue Alliance Waives Adoption Fee For Pups Over 40 Pounds Through Sunday

The alliance has more than 50 large dogs in need of a good home. 

Aug 30, 2017

Shelter Needs D.C. Residents To Adopt Pets To Make Room For Displaced Texas Animals

The Humane Rescue Alliance is receiving dogs and cats that have been separated from their owners or were homeless strays prior to the storm.

Jun 16, 2017

You’re Too Late, Because That 35-Pound Cat Already Found A New Home

You snooze, you lose out on the fullest figured feline Humane Rescue Alliance staffers have ever seen.

Nov 21, 2016

29 Children Celebrated Finding ‘Forever Families’ On D.C. Adoption Day

Actress Kym Whitley joined new families for the 30th annual event.

Jul 11, 2016

WHS-WARL Is Waiving Adoption Fees On July 23

The annual Clear the Shelters event is taking place from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Feb 10, 2016

Washington Humane Society, Washington Animal Rescue League Announce Merger

The new organization has not yet been named.

Apr 24, 2015

You Can Adopt Carol Schwartz (The Dog)

The dog has something learn from her namesake about being defeated.

 
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