Our special thanks to the following for sponsoring the 2024 event:

CBAK Designs, Commencement Bank, Pebbles &

Red Canoe Credit Union and Explore Auburn

Does your dog dream of a new toy?

Does your kitty yearn for some catnip?

Bring them to the AVHS Shelter or NWSNC and let them tell Santa Paws!

Come join us at the PHOTOS WITH Santa Paws event  

2024 DATES:

  • Saturday, December 7 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Sunday, December 8 - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

    AVHS Shelter, 4910 A St SE Auburn

  • Saturday, December 14 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Sunday, December 15 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

    NWSNC, 6401 Pacific Ave Tacoma 98408

  • Appointments will be made every 15 minutes for your pet’s photo taken with Santa Paws.

  • Watch for the link to make an appointment for your Photo with Santa Paws experience.

  • A $35 donation includes a photo card plus digital photo files of 30-50 photos on a bone-shaped USB flash drive for your use, plus dog toys and treats (cats will have cat toys and treats). A professional package worth $250.

  • For $60 donation, you’ll receive the photo-print card, the digital photos, and a copy of the 2025 AVHS Pet Photo Calendar, featuring beautiful images of some of the pets in our community.

  • Even if you don’t bring your pet to the event, you can purchase a calendar separately for $25.

Dogs must be on a leash, and cats and other pets must be in a carrier. The proceeds from this event provide care for AVHS's lost and homeless animals. Get your pet photos done early!