In this week's Patch Pets Suzanne D'Alonzo and Carrie Drummond introduce us to Quasimodo—one of the shelter's three ferrets available for adoption. As most ferrets, Quasimodo loves to play in blue jeans, (detached) dryer tubes, and water. He loves to be let lose to explore. If you're interested in adopting this pet or another, call the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria at (703) 838-4775 or stop by the shelter at 4101 Eisenhower Avenue.

In this week's Patch Pets, Carrie Drummond introduces us to J.J., a nine-year-old tabby cat. J.J.'s owner passed away, and the cat didn't along well with his new owner's dog. This brought J.J. to the animal shelter's administrative office where he's taken a perch overlooking a window. If you're interested in adopting this pet or another, call the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria at (703) 838-4775 or stop by the shelter at 4101 Eisenhower Avenue.

In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to Cinnamon, a guinea pig. While Cinnamon himself isn't available for adoption, he's here to tell you about all the different kind of animals available for adoption besides cats and dogs. If you're interested in adopting this pet or another, call the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria at (703) 838-4775 or stop by the shelter at 4101 Eisenhower Avenue.

In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to four cats, all available for adoption. Here are the details on this week's quartet of cats: BeeCee, a six-year-old tabby female, is a cuddler, perfect for those who want a companion at their home office. Daisy, a seven-year-old Siamese female, is "a great conversationalist," according to D'Alonzo. Nyko, a six-year-old Balinese male, has a nice plume of a tail. Cue, a six-year-old white male, is also a snuggler loves homemade toys. If you're interested in adopting this pet or another, call the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria at (…

n this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introdudes us to Zali, a domestic short-hair who is about six years old.  Zali gets along with kids very well, and, according to D'Alonzo, is the "right mix of cuddlesome and playful."  If you're interested in adopting this pet or another, call the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria at (703) 838-4775 or stop by the shelter at 4101 Eisenhower Avenue.

In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to Goofy, a three-year-old Beagle mix. Goofy is new to the shelter, but he's quickly learning how to use his great sense of smell. If you're interested in adopting this pet or another, call the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria at (703) 838-4775 or stop by the shelter at 4101 Eisenhower Avenue.

In this week's Pet of the Week, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to Swati, a 10-year-old albino corn snake. At about four feet long, the shelter doesn't expect it to get any bigger. Special thanks to Suzanne for shooting the video and introducing us to the animals. If you're interested in adopting or learning more about the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, visit them at 4101 Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria or go online.

In this week's Patch Pets, Carrie Drummond and Suzanne D'Alonzo introduce us to Kodiak, a two-year-old stray Akita mix. Watch playful Kodiak play with D'Alonzo in the grass outside.

The gang's all here: T-Boz, Left Eye and Chilli. No, not the R&B band from the 90s—and from the grave in Left Eye's case—but a trio of female gerbils that recently arrived at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Suzanne introduces us to the sisters as they roll around in chinchilla dust—ground up volcanic rock—to keep their coats from getting too greasy.

In this week's Patch Pets, Carrie Drummond  introduces us to Carly, an 11 year old cat. She came to the animal shelter because her owners we moving to an apartment that wouldn't allow pets. Teresa Villatoro, the shelter's behavior and training coordinator  is "clicker training" Carly and rewarding her as she jumps through the agility course. What exactly is clicker training? Check out the video.

In this week's Patch Pets, Carrie Drummond and Suzanne D'Alonzo introduce us to three adoptable bunnies. First we meet Darla and Alfalfa, a bonded pair with black lining around their eyes. We are also introduced to Darryl, a good-looking two year old male rabbit.  Rabbits are the third most popular pet in the country, Drummond said. Stop by the shelter and bring home one just in time for Easter.

In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us Bear and Walter, one-year-old ferrets.

In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to Rangu, an (approximately) six-month-old short-haired brown tabby. Abbie Hubbard and Teresa Villatoro are "clicker training" Rangu. What exactly is clicker training? Check out the video.

Every weekend members of the Alexandria Animal Welfare League introduce us to some adoptable pets in their shelter. In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to a Cyndi Hopper, a crazy-haired Lionhead rabbit. Cindy came to the shelter as a stray, so Suzanne and her colleagues don't know her age or how her front leg became crooked. But, the leg is mainly superficial and doesn't need any medical attention.

Every weekend members of the Alexandria Animal Welfare League introduce us to some adoptable pets in their shelter. In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to a Sarsparilla, a domestic short hair cat available for adoption.

Every weekend members of the Alexandria Animal Welfare League introduce us to some adoptable pets in their shelter. In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to a Bobby, a guinea pig with some white coloring. According to D'Alonzo, Bobby is the "poster child" of March's Adopt a Guinea Pig month. Stop by the shelter to learn more on how to take home one of these easy to care for characters.

Every weekend members of the Alexandria Animal Welfare League introduce us to some adoptable pets in their shelter. In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to a Flicker, a black short haired cat nearly two years old.  "We’ve found her to be perky, friendly, and suspect she will be a lap cat but won’t follow you relentlessly," D'Alonzo said via e-mail.

Every weekend members of the Alexandria Animal Welfare League introduce us to some adoptable pets in their shelter. In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to a Cheesecake, a black rabbit with a little bit of white coloring. Pick up Cheesecake or any other rabbit this month for no adoption fee for Adopt a Rabbit Month.

Every weekend members of the Alexandria Animal Welfare League introduce us to some adoptable pets in their shelter. In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne D'Alonzo introduces us to Tiger Lily, a seven-year-old mixed breed. Tiger Lily knows "sit" and she's working on "touch." Her coloring is brindle, which D'Alonzo describes as "peanut butter brownies." If you're interested in adopting or learning more about the Alexandria Animal Shelter, visit the shelter at 4101 Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria or go online.

Every weekend members of the Alexandria Animal  Welfare League will introduce us to some adoptable pets in their shelter. In this week's Patch Pets, Suzanne introduces us to Bongo Boy Berman, a male rabbit available for adoption. He arrived as a stray, so the shelter is unsure of his age, breed, and the whereabouts of a chunk of his left ear. Fortunately, Bongo has healed well and only a small scar and pink bald patch remain. If you're interested in adopting or learning more about the Alexandria Animal Shelter, visit the shelter at 4101 Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria or go online.