• Date: 10/31/2024 - 11/17/2024
  Time: All Day
  Location: IA

Bring your humans and your pet for a one-of-a-kind holiday photo! 

Join us for the 38th Annual Santa N Paws at ARL! Bring the whole family, humans and pets alike, for a photo to celebrate the 2024 holiday season! You don't have to own a pet, or even bring them to participate, holiday photos of any kind are welcome.

BOOKING SPECIAL 

Book your time slot for Oct 31 - Nov 3 and receive a FREE holiday gift bag for you and your pet. Gift bags include Animal House discounts and treats for cats or dogs! 

Reserve A Photo Session

When you sign up and reserve a 5-minute time slot, you won't have to wait in line and will be given priority! It costs $10 to reserve your time slot which will go towards the photo package you purchase at check in. 

RESERVE YOUR PHOTO SESSION!

Walk-Ins: We accept walk-ins based on availability, but please note that reservations will be given priority. Walk-ins must wait until there is an opening to take photos.

Know Before You Go

• Arrive to your photo session no earlier than 10 minutes to check-in. A volunteer will help you select your desired package(s) and delivery method!
• CHEESE! An ARL photo assistant will work with your pet to capture a good photo so all you have to do is smile for the camera, we'll take care of the rest!
• You will get the option to have your picture taken with one of our jolly Santa volunteers!
• All pets must be on a leash or in a carrier before and after your photo session!
• If you have a reactive pet, we suggest booking the first or last time slot!
  • Please let our staff know ahead of time by emailing events@arl-iowa.org or letting our volunteers know upon check-in so we can help make this a paw-sitive experience!

Photo Package Options

The following photo packages will be available for ordering on-site, before or after your photo session. 

Photo Add-Ons

These can be added if you select Option #1-#3 from above

Option #4 - 8 wallets - $15
Option #5 - 4 3.5"x5" - $15
Option #6 - 3 4"x6" - $15
Option #7 - 2 5"x7" - $15
Option #8 - 1 8"x10" - $15
Option #9 - High-Resolution Print Ready Digital File - $25

When will I receive my photos?

• Photos will be available for pickup on December 2 at the ARL's Main location (5452 NE 22nd St. Des Moines, IA)
• Digital photos will be emailed to the address provided on the order form on December 2
• If you have selected to receive your photos via mail, your photos will be placed in the mail no later than December 2
  • The ARL is not responsible for any damage or delays experienced through shipping

Schedule & Locations

See a date and location below that works for you? Reserve your 5-minute photo session to guarantee your spot.

Reserve your Photo Session

Presenting Sponsor

Changing Lives Sponsor

Contributing Sponsor