March 6, 2026
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Tag: pets

Donations sought for pet food pantry

#Mason District, #pets

When families face food insecurity, so do their pets. The Mason District Animal Welfare Advisory Alliance launched a pet food pantry to ensure vulnerable dogs and cats don’t go hungry. The group, formed by Mason Supervisor Andres Jimenez, has set up collection bins for wet and dry pet food at three locations: Related story: Mason … Continued

Enjoy an afternoon with the dogs

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Dogs and their human companions are invited to a Dog Days of Summer event Saturday, July 19, 1-4 p.m., at Annandale’s Eileen Garnett Civic Space, 7200 Columbia Pike. Dogs will have fun running and playing on the great lawn, cooling off in the splash zones, testing their skills on an agility course, posing in the … Continued

Mason District Animal Welfare Alliance formed

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Supervisor Andres Jimenez has formed a Mason District Animal Welfare Alliance with local animal advocates to improve services for pets, wildlife, and companion animals. The group will work with his office, local agencies, nonprofits, and advocacy organizations “to advance county resources, policies, and programs that strengthen animal welfare and promote coexistence in both residential and … Continued

Dog grooming school opens in Annandale

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The Pawtiques dog grooming salon is now accepting students interested in a career as a dog groomer. The salon, at 4207 Tom Davis Drive in Annandale, has been certified as a dog grooming academy by the State Council for Higher Education for Virginia. The 460-hour, 16-week course includes hands-on and theoretical training covering grooming techniques, … Continued

Everything at Chico’s on the auction block

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Now that Chico’s Natural Pet Market is exiting Barcroft Plaza, owner Danielle Areco is auctioning off everything in the store, including furnishings, aquariums, cat condos, dog food, and much more. “We are not closing. We are relocating with a new concept focusing on wellness, nutrition, rehabilitation, and other services,” Areco says. She has not yet … Continued

Starbucks heroes rescue kittens from a sewer

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When cat rescuer Juli Verrier set out to save a feral cat at the Bradlick Shopping Center parking lot, she had no idea it would lead to a heroic rescue of five newborn kittens by Starbucks employees. Verrier, a volunteer with Pets Bring Joy, spotted the cat running under cars near the coffee shop. She … Continued