Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
Tony Rankin possesses extensive experience in animal welfare and management, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer and Chief of Animal Services at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria since August 2020. Previously, Tony worked as a Professional Responder for the ASPCA from May 2018 to August 2025, deploying nationwide to rescue animals from adverse situations and leading efforts in their care using fear-free methods. Tony also contributed as a Relief Surgery Tech at Spay Arkansas from September 2019 to August 2020, supporting low-cost spay/neuter initiatives and training staff in surgical preparations. Earlier experience includes a long tenure at the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas, where Tony was a Program Manager overseeing animal control and shelter operations, as well as an Animal Control Officer responsible for enforcing animal laws and investigating cruelty cases. Tony's educational background includes studies in Criminal Justice/Police Science at the University of Arkansas.
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Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
Since 1946, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria has been a resource for our community and a shelter for homeless animals. Through adoptions, spay and neuter assistance, education and community service and outreach, the League plays a key role in promoting responsible pet care across Northern Virginia. The League has contracted with the City of Alexandria to provide animal care, control and sheltering services since 1989. As part of our contract with the City, we operate the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter, an open-admission facility accepting any and all animals brought to us. We have made a commitment that if an animal is in need, we will provide the care that every animal so richly deserves.