The 26th annual Santa Paws Benefit for Local Animals in Need is Dec. 1 from 11am to 4pm at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation Center, 1180 Rufus Allen Blvd.

Pets and family pose with Tahoe’s exclusive Santa Dog. Bows and antlers provided. Multiple poses on a photo CD cost $20.

There will also be a raffle, pet gifts, refreshments and pet nail trims. The 2013 Tahoe Pets calendar will also be for sale.

Pets must be on leash or in carrier.

Pet Food Bank donations are welcome. Dry cat and dog food, and cat litter are needed.

Call (530) 542.2857 for more information.