Is the Animal Welfare League of Arlington a municipal (government-run) facility?
No. The Animal Welfare League of Arlington is a private, nonprofit, 501c-3 organization that was founded by volunteers in 1944. The Animal Welfare League of Arlington provides sheltering and animal control services under a contract with Arlington County. Other services including low-cost spay/neuter, humane education, pet loss support, emergency veterinary assistance, pet-assisted therapy, fostering, behavior helpline,and specialized medical treatment for shelter animals are all funded by donations.