Animal Welfare League of the Northern Neck

06/13/2026

06/11/2026

👀 New Finds at The AWL Thrift Shop

We have some wonderful furniture and décor pieces on the floor this week. Keep an eye out for cream leather IKEA Poang chairs, a grey legged console table with natural wood top, and a beautiful authenticated blue heron print.

You’ll also find a wrought iron lamp featuring a climbing black bear, a tall jewelry chest, a sliding glass curio cabinet, and several eye-catching wing chairs in gold, red and cream, and green with a matching ottoman.

Home décor highlights include large tin sun wall hangings, a glass fishing float, a decorative fireplace screen, pet artwork, and a collection of Williamsburg Monthly floral prints.

For collectors, we have several pieces of Spode Blue Italian dishware and a set of Syracuse China Governor Clinton dishware.

We also have pet crates, rugs, Adirondack seating, rocking chairs, children's sandboxes, men's clothing, and much more waiting to be discovered.

And that is just a peek at what is waiting at the shop.

**Items at the shop are first come, first served.**

📍 75 S. Main Street, Kilmarnock
🕙 Thurs - Sat | 10am - 4pm
📞 804-435-0822

Stop in and see what you discover this week. 💛

06/11/2026

✨ This Week at The AWL Thrift Shop ✨
June 11 - 13

This week’s sales:

• All pet items 1/2 off
• All barware 1/2 off

Whether you're shopping for your furry friends or looking to add a little something special to your entertaining collection, this is a great week to save.

Every purchase helps support the animals through the Animal Welfare League of the Northern Neck.

📍 75 S. Main Street, Kilmarnock
🕙 Thurs - Sat | 10am - 4pm
📞 804-435-0822

Come treasure hunting and help the animals at the same time. 💛

06/07/2026

11 Kittens Are Fighting for Their Lives! These kittens are battling serious illness and need critical medical care.

A special supporter has pledged a bonus donation if we reach 25 donors by Friday, June 12💝.

Every gift counts—no matter the amount. Every donor brings us closer to unlocking these extra funds for the kittens, and we’re 40% there!

Will you be one of the 25?

Please donate: catcove.org/donate

06/06/2026

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Grant is one of our newer residents in the cat room, but already the accolades are pouring in! Grant has been described as incredibly friendly and sweet. Yes, he has been turning on the charm! This handsome fellow is about two years old. Animal Welfare League of the Northern Neck of the NNK provides a certificate to cover the cost of neutering at local veterinarians. Thank you, A.W.L! Grant loves attention and affection so if you are looking for a loving companion Grant may be " The One".
Northumberland County Animal Shelter is open to meet our cats and dogs on Monday 11:00 to 3:00; Thursday 11:00 to 3:00 and Saturday 11:00 to 2:00. We are happy to introduce them other times, by appointment, by calling the shelter at 804 580 6156
To learn more about our pets in search of forever homes please take a look at our website www.friendsncas.org If you have already fallen in love with Grant, or one of our other kitties or pups, you can submit an adoption application ahead of time. Our paperwork is on our website www.friendsncas.org You'll find pictures of more of our dogs and cats for adoption on our website as well! Instagram is adoptncas For fun videos of our shelter pets our Tik Tok is FriendsNcas.org

06/03/2026

06/01/2026

It takes a community to save a life. 💜

Because caring people stepped in, Starling has a chance to thrive. Now she needs surgery, and you can be part of her journey too.

If you'd like to help, please consider making a donation to support Starling's care and recovery. Every dollar makes a difference. 🐾

🌟 Calling All Cat Lovers! 🌟

Many of you already know and love Starling, our tiny blind kitten with a huge personality.

For those who haven't met her, Starling came to us at just 4–5 weeks old after being found alone in a parking lot with severely damaged eyes. Someone at the location intended to "end her suffering," but thankfully a compassionate person stepped in and brought her to Northern Neck Partners for Pets instead.

Starling spent her first couple of weeks in foster care with one of our shelter managers where an early veterinary exam confirmed what we suspected; she was completely blind, likely due to a severe eye infection as a newborn. At the time, she wasn't in pain, so the recommendation was to let her grow, monitor her condition, and plan for surgery when she was older and stronger.

Over the past five months, Starling has blossomed into one of the most unforgettable kittens we've ever cared for. She's a true sour-patch kid sometimes sweet, sometimes sassy, but always full of confidence. She struts through the cat room like she owns the place, steals hearts wherever she goes, and never lets her blindness slow her down. She climbs, plays with toys, wrestles with other kittens, and tackles every challenge life throws at her.

Last week, Starling returned to the veterinarian for a recheck. While she is still not in pain, her eyes are beginning to cause discomfort, and the time has finally come. Now weighing over 4 pounds, Starling is scheduled for a double enucleation (eye removal surgery) and her spay procedure.

As a small nonprofit rescue, we are committed to providing every animal in our care with the medical treatment they need not just to survive, but to thrive. However, surgeries like Starling's come at a significant cost, and we need your help.

If Starling's story has touched your heart, please consider making a donation toward her surgery and recovery. Every dollar helps and every contribution makes a difference.

💜 Donate online: NorthernNeckPartnersForPets.org
💜 Donate in person:
Stop by the shelter to make a cash or check donation.

Thank you for being part of Starling's journey and for helping us continue to provide lifesaving care to animals in need.

05/28/2026

👀 New Finds at The AWL Thrift Shop

We have been adding some beautiful furniture pieces to the floor this week. Keep an eye out for a red, white, and cream three-seater sofa, a cranberry and ecru stripe wing chair, and a lovely grey leg console table with natural wood top.

You’ll also find a primitive fish-shaped bench, a MCM step-back end table, and a teak side table.

And that is just a peek at what is waiting at the shop.

**Items at the shop are first come, first served.**

📍 75 S. Main Street, Kilmarnock
🕙 Thurs - Sat | 10am - 4pm
📞 804-435-0822

Stop in and see what you discover this week. 💛

05/28/2026

✨ This Week at The AWL Thrift Shop ✨
May 28 - 30

This week’s sale:

• Ladies dresses and blouses 1/2 off

A perfect week to freshen up your wardrobe and find some beautiful seasonal pieces.

Every purchase helps support the animals through the Animal Welfare League of the Northern Neck.

📍 75 S. Main Street, Kilmarnock
🕙 Thurs - Sat | 10am - 4pm
📞 804-435-0822

Come treasure hunting and help the animals at the same time. 💛

05/25/2026