Events

Giving Tuesday

We all know Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but the Tuesday after Thanksgiving is a day to give back. It is touted as a “global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world! Help MCPAWS raise funds for the cats and dogs on this day of philanthropy!

Make a donation to MCPAWS for Giving Tuesday!

SANTA PAWS

December 2, 2023

Barn Owl Books & Gifts

11am – 3pm

Capture the “purr”fect picture this holiday season with MCPAWS’ Santa Paws! Bring your pet for a photo with Santa and take home a digital or print copy of the image for just $5! All pets are welcome: dogs, cats, rabbits, and yes, even pigs! Just please be sure they are safely secured in a carrier or on a leash. Pets are welcome to pose alone or with the whole family!

Thanks to our amazing team of volunteers who organize this event, all proceeds from the photo sales directly benefit the cats and dogs at MCPAWS! We’d like to thank our volunteers and Barn Owl Books & Gifts for making this event possible.

Special thanks goes to Jane Pickens, “Santa Paws” played by Peter Pride, photographer Samantha Sais, McCall Party Rentals, Amy Cooper at Barn Owl Books & Gifts and many more to come!

Happy Howlidays from MCPAWS Regional Animal Shelter!

MONSTER DOG PULL

Sunday, January 29, 2023 at Alpine Village in McCall

Join us for the most dog-gone fun event of Winter Carnival! Dogs will race on a short track while pulling a weighted sled. Dogs compete in different weight classes for Top Dog! The top three from each weight class get a prize. This event is just for fun, so no experience is necessary. All equipment is provided.

Want to race? Registration is just $15 per dog. The dog will need to be weighed at the time of registration, so be sure to bring your pooch! Registration is on on Sunday at Alpine Village from 10:45am-12:30pm.  Races end at 1pm.

Want to watch? This is a very fun event for spectators. Please keep in mind that spots up front get the best view, so be kind and rotate out so other folks get a chance to see.

Please PAWS for a resounding round of applause from MCPAWS to our community for your involvement in and support at the Monster Dog Pull and the Winter Carnival Parade.

OKTOBERFEST

MCPAWS Oktoberfest is happening the first Saturday of October at Ludwig Terrace in McCall, Idaho. Join us from noon to 6pm for live music, food, beer, craft and nonprofit vendors, and so much more!

Are you interested in sponsoring the event, becoming a vendor, donating an item to the raffle or volunteering? Email Kayme at kbackstrom@mcpaws.org today!

All proceeds from Oktoberfest benefit the cats and dogs at MCPAWS.

Suggested donation of $15 for 21+. Kids are free!

Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome to attend the event. 

AUCTION FOR THE ANIMALS

Next Event: Summer 2025

Dinner and Dessert, Live Music, Silent and Live Auctions, & PAWS Up Paddle Fundraiser

Can’t attend the in-person event? Join the virtual silent auction. It’s free. Register here! All you need to do is choose the virtual bidder ticket, download the Givi App, and then search for “Auction for the Animals 2023!”

2023 Auction for the Animals Special Thanks to:

Merchants of Groove, Banyans on the Green, Stacey Cakes, Tastezin Wine, Treefort Music Festival, Guru Donuts, Tamarack Resort, John & Lucy Schott, Linda Conley, Kasey McLaughlin-Price, Jane Pickens, Peter Pride, Roberta Hare, Dirk Hare, Drew Skiftun, Ben Hipple, Chris Purslow, Ashley Colglazier, Alex Lott, Katharina Van Wyk, Ashley Wernert, Jeri Rehberg, Paul Rehberg, Amber Kostoff, Brandon Colglazier, Kayme Backstrom, Alpine Lodging, Bella Kitchen, Betty & Bill Weida, Payette Pedal Party, Brundage Mountain Resort, Clair Bowman, Commercial Tire, Lori Hall, Dana Haldeman, Duane Coffey, Fallon Fereday, Home Town Sports, Idaho Shakespeare Festival, Jug Mountain Golf Course, Foresters, Kevin Mott, Ketchum Grill, Larry Flynn, Liz Warner, McCall Jewelry Company, McCall Pilates, MCPAWS Thrift Store, Randy & Patricia Hickman, Randy Zuniga, Salmon River Brewery, Samantha Sais Photography, Nomad Tie Dye, Sun Valley Resort, Woodward Canyon Winery, Jamie Parker, Keri Jo Kushlan, Tammy & Mel Ota, Howdy’s Gas & Grub, Squirrel Outdoors, Valley County Pet Resort, MCPAWS Veterinary Hospital, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, McCall Golf Course, Monkey Love, Salmon Rapids Lodge, The Kneadery, Tamara and Mike DeBoer, Cascade Golf Course, NoBo Hotel, Palooza Basecamp & Eatery, Arrowhead RV Park & Campground, Cascade Java, River Gear, Jane Cropp, Dawson Taylor Coffee Roasters, KT Mountain Studios, Barn Owl Books & Gifts, Mary & Joe Sheehan, Kurt Wolf, Craig Elliott, Melissa Shelby Photography, Noreen Shanafelt, Mrs. Tibs Bakery, Frenchie’s on Third, Whistle Stop Cafe, Diana Bryant, Hillary Hayward, Franze Witte, Jamie Coffey-Kelly, Brandi Solace, the MCPAWS Board of Directors, staff, and all of our incredible volunteers!

None of these events would be possible without our amazing MCPAWS Volunteers. Countless hours were spent planning and working at the events. MCPAWS Volunteers make a difference at the shelter every day and in so many ways. We are very grateful for you!

Huge thank you to our volunteer photographer Mel Ota for donating his time and talents! Photos are now available for purchase. Proceeds from photo sales will be donated to MCPAWS!