Pet Photos with Santa and Holiday Boutique

On Dec. 5, Santa himself will be making a special stop at the Escondido Humane Society to bring good tidings and cheer to animals in need. Pet Photos with Santa and Holiday Boutique is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the shelter, 3450 E. Valley Parkway. Whether naughty or nice, all pets can meet Santa and have their photo taken with him and their families. For a $10 donation to Humane Society animals, participants will receive a keepsake 4x6 photo; for an additional $10, they can get a CD with the digital file. Those who don't have pets of their own but still want to bring joy to animals at the Humane Society can stop by the Holiday Boutique and bake sale at the shelter, where gourmet gifts for dogs and cats and homemade presents for people and pets alike will be available. Appointments for Pet Photos with Santa can be made by calling (760) 888-2235, but walk-ins (and wag-ins) are welcome.