Our Pet Philosophy
Community pets provide companionship, sense of purpose, social engagement, and opportunities to remain active. We all help take care of the community pets, and encourage you to engage with your community’s pet as much or as little as you like through feeding, walking, and other daily care. If you don’t love pets, that’s okay, too—interactions are carefully managed by Sunrise team members.
While all pets need homes, our communities typically turn first to animal rescue organizations to explore pet options, as these are pets that exhibit calm and friendly temperaments that are best suited for our residents. We are proud to partner with local organizations to find our furry friends forever homes!
Upcoming Pet Adoption Events
Sunrise of Bethesda | Tuesday, July 30, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
In partnership with Humane Rescue Alliance
Sunrise of Leesburg | Saturday, August 3, 10:00 a.m.
In partnership with Loudoun County Animal Services
Sunrise of Arlington | Saturday, August 3, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
In partnership with Animal Welfare League of Arlington
Sunrise of George Mason | Saturday, August 3, 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
In partnership with Humane Society of Fairfax County
Sunrise of Alexandria | Friday, August 9, 5:00–7:00 p.m.
In partnership with Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
Sunrise at Bluemont Park | Saturday, August 10, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
In partnership with Homeward Trails Animal Rescue and Bark + Boarding
Sunrise of Chevy Chase | Saturday, August 10, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
In partnership with Knine Rescue
Sunrise on Connecticut Avenue | Saturday, August 10, 12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
In partnership with Humane Rescue Alliance
Sunrise of Hunter Mill | Saturday, August 10, 12:00 p.m.
In partnership with Fairfax County Animal Shelter
Sunrise of Rockville | Saturday, August 10, 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
In partnership with Home At Last Sanctuary
Brighton Gardens of Tuckerman Lane | August 11, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
In partnership with Home at Last Sanctuary