Santa Paws is Coming to Town

You and your canine companion are invited to a night of holiday festivities at Santa Paws 2018! Stop by the Durham Armory, located at 212 Foster Street, on Friday, December 14 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for free activities and attractions! From a chance to meet Santa to a canine ugly sweater contest, this is an event you and your furry friend won't want to miss!

Here's a sneak peek at what you'll enjoy at Santa Paws 2018:

• Pictures with Santa 
• Canine Ugly Sweater Contest 
• Canine Food and Toy Drive to help support the APS of Durham 
• Free raffle for all patrons 
• The Holiday Pet Market 
• Arts and crafts for children 
• Food and beverages by some of Durham’s favorite vendors 
• Classic holiday music and movies for all to enjoy 

Admission and pictures with Santa are free, but don’t forget to help out and bring donations for the Animal Protection Society of Durham. Drive donations will be accepted the day of, but can be dropped off prior to Santa Paws at 400 Cleveland Street. If you are unable to drop off, you can schedule a pick up by emailing durhamdogpark@durhamnc.gov.

The Animal Protection Society of Durham (APS) is a not for profit organization that has been helping animals in our community since 1970, and has managed the Durham County Animal Shelter since 1990. In addition to county funding, APS relies on donations from caring individuals and corporations to feed, shelter and provide medical attention for the nearly 7,000 stray, surrendered and abused animals we care for each year.

The mission of the APS of Durham is to educate the public about the humane care, treatment and well-being of all animals, to help stop pet overpopulation through the promotion of spay/neuter programs, and to find suitable adoptive homes for the animals in our care.

For more information or questions about the event, please visit our website or contact Amy Pehowic at 919-560-44355, ext. 27212 or email.