Homeward Trails Animal Rescue | Pet Adoption in VA, DC, MD

Join us at Petpalooza
2025-06-07 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Reston Town Center Quad, 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA, 20190
Get ready for Petpalooza—a paws-itively fun day for the whole family! Check out incredible exhibitors, local businesses, and pet adoption groups, all while enjoying exciting entertainment and engaging exhibits. Plus, enjoy complimentary face painting, roaming performers, and so much more!
Furry friends are welcome to join the fun, but please make sure they’re on a leash.

Join us at Paws on the PenFed Plaza @ Tysons Corner
2025-06-07 11:00 - 15:00 | Tysons Corner Center Plaza, 1961 Chain Bridge Rd, Tysons Corner, VA, 22102, United States
Bring your pups out for a day of activities celebrating our furry friends, sponsored by PenFed Credit Union.
Enjoy a dog park and splash pad, 20+ pet vendors, Woofbowl dog food truck, rescues with adoptable dogs, giveaways and more!

Join us at Woofie’s Paws In the Park
2025-06-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Rd, Herndon, VA, 20171
Bring your pups, your people, and your picnic blanket! Paws in the Park is back and better than ever! Join us for a fun-filled day celebrating pets, community, and local businesses at beautiful Frying Pan Farm Park. This free, pet-friendly event is open to everyone, whether you’re looking to adopt, shop, learn, or just enjoy some tail-wagging joy in the sunshine.

Dog and Cat Adoption Hours
2025-06-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-21 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-28 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-05 10:00 - 16:00 and 5 more dates | Homeward Trails Manny Law Adoption Center, 11116 Fairfax Station Rd, Fairfax Station, VA, 22039, United States
Come visit the Homeward Trails Adoption Center every Saturday and Sunday to meet great cats and dogs available for adoption.

Farmside Kitchen Restaurant Night
2025-06-11 11:00 - 22:00 | Farmside Kitchen Chantilly, 14385 Newbrook Dr, Ste 500, Chantilly, VA, United States
Treat yourself to lunch, dinner or both and support Homeward Trails
Join Farmside Kitchen Chantilly for a Restaurant Night on Wednesday, June 11th. Skip the cooking and check out this great restaurant, who are also fellow HT Adopters! All dine in, online and takeout orders will have 25% donated back to HT. Simply show this flier to the cashier or use promo code FUNDRAISER online. We can’t wait to see you at Farmside Kitchen Chantilly, 14385 Newbrook Dr, Ste 500, Chantilly, VA. Preview their menu here www.farmsidekitchen.com.
About Farmside Kitchen:
Farmside Kitchen is an American fast-casual restaurant rooted in seasonal, nutrient-dense food and sustainable sourcing. We craft our signature, customizable Farmbowls using local ingredients whenever possible, with a focus on quality, transparency, and wellbeing. With locations in Durham, Cary, and Chantilly, we’re proud to be building a brand that nourishes both people and planet—and to support local causes that do the same.
Arie’s Adoption Story:
In 2021, we adopted Arie (formerly known as Dory) from Homeward Trails, and she’s been a true blessing to our family ever since. Arie is a 90-pound lap dog who doesn’t quite know her size—but her heart is even bigger. She’s the ultimate cuddler, incredibly intuitive, and always seems to know when someone needs comfort.
Arie hasn’t just changed our lives—she’s transformed our pack. She’s brought a playful energy back to our older dog, Alice, and taken on a loving, protective role with her younger brother, Archie. Whether she’s snuggling on the couch or standing guard over her siblings, Arie is the glue that keeps our little family together. We’re forever grateful to Homeward Trails for bringing Arie into our lives!

Third Annual Kitten Scavenger Hunt in Old Town Alexandria
2025-06-14 12:00 - 14:00 | The Dog Park, 705 King St Suite 100, Alexandria, VA, 22314, United States
Anyone looking to add a kitten or two to their family and have an extra good time doing so can participate in this family-friendly event. Participants start at The Dog Park where they will receive clues on how and where to find adoptable kittens, located in various businesses throughout Old Town. Those who visit all locations will be entered to win prizes.

Join us at the Meridian at Braddock Station
2025-06-14 12:00 - 14:00 | Meridian at Braddock Station, 1200 First St, Alexandria, VA, 22314
Come meet some adorable, adoptable pups at this pet friendly apartment-living complex!

Puppy 101 and 201 Training
2025-06-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom, VA, United States
Exclusively for our Homeward Trails puppy adopters! Join Jutka Terris, CPDT-KA on Zoom, to learn all about the basics of puppy training through adolescence.
You can learn more about Jutka and her business PuppyK at https://www.puppyk.com/.
Join here.

All About Separation Anxiety Training
2025-06-18 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-07-16 18:30 - 19:30 | VA
All About Separation Anxiety -Preventing It & Addressing It, Zoom training with Alexandra Dilley, CPDT-KA
Learn more about Alexandra and her business Home Alone Canine at https://www.homealonecanine.com/
Join here.
Meeting ID: 872 9209 2545
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Join us @ The Winery at LaGrange: K9’S in the Vines
2025-06-21 11:00 - 13:00 | The Winery at La Grange, 4970 Antioch Road, Haymarket, VA, 20169, United States
We are partnering with The Winery at LaGrange and will have adorable, adoptable pups!

Join us at the Fairfax Petco to meet adoptable cats & dogs!
2025-06-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Petco Fairfax, 10708 Fairfax Blvd,, Fairfax, VA, 22030
Come meet adorable, adoptable pets and help them find their fur-ever homes!

Molly’s 13th Birthday Bash
2025-06-26 18:00 - 19:30 | The Bark Park by District Dogs, 3210 Georgia Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20010, United States
Homeward Trails is proud to partner with District Dogs for Molly’s 13th Birthday Bash! Join us Thursday, June 26th as we celebrate the incredible life and legacy of Molly, the dog who started it all. As the inspiration behind District Dogs, Molly is more than a mascot — she’s the original District Dog, the reason this community exists, and truly the Queen of DD. Now, as she turns 13, we’re throwing her a birthday bash to give back, benefiting Homeward Trails Animal Rescue, and you’re invited. This come-and-go style celebration is open to all — stop in anytime between 6:00pm and 7:30pm at The Bark Park by District Dogs, 3210 Georgia Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20010 for an evening full of fun, food, music, and heartfelt purpose. Click here to get your tickets today. Thank you District Dogs for your support. We cannot wait to celebrate Molly’s birthday!
Here’s what else to expect at Molly’s 13th Birthday Bash!

🎧 DJ Awaire spinning pup-friendly party tunes
🌭 Special hot dog treats for pups
🐶 Puppuccinos & doggie birthday cake
💦 Sprinkler fun zone
🎁 Raffle prizes & giveaways
📸 Meet and greet with Molly & Elke
🧡 Meet rescue dogs from Homeward Trails & learn how you can help

Zoom Dog Training - Topics Vary
2025-06-26 19:00 - 20:00 | VA
Help your adopted pup thrive! Join us for rotating dog training topics with Kathleen Alvania, CPDT-KA.
Learn more about Kathleen and her business Treats and Triumphs here https://treatsandtriumphs.com/
Join the training here.
Meeting ID: 880 4477 2090

Join us at the Superman movie premiere at Alamo Drafthouse!
2025-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Alamo Drafthouse, 20575 Easthampton Plaza, Ashburn, VA, 20147
Come meet some adorable, adoptable pups.

Dog & Cat Adoption Event @ Fairfax Petco
2025-07-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Petco Fairfax, 10708 Fairfax Blvd,, Fairfax, VA, 22030
Come meet some adorable, adoptable furry friends!

Join us at Pet Evolution!
2025-07-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Pet Evolution, 3903 Fair Ridge Dr, Suite F, Fairfax, VA, 22033, United States
Come meet some adorable, adoptable pups!
