Upcoming Valley events

Staff Reports

Max's gift tree benefits shelter animals

The second annual Holiday Gift Tree to benefit dogs and cats at the Douglas County Animal Shelter is Monday through Friday, Nov. 29-Dec. 20 at Max's Pet Supplies in the Raley's shopping center in Gardnerville. The event is sponsored by DAWG and Max's.

Max's owner Kori Snyder has a tree decorated with ornaments of gift suggestions for the shelter's dogs and cats. Last year's event was a success in bringing pet food, collars, treats, and toys for the shelter's pets waiting for good homes. Donation receipts are available at Max's.

The Douglas Animal Welfare Group is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization with the mission to promote the adoption of homeless dogs and cats at the Douglas County Animal Shelter on Dump Road, off Pinenut Road at Highway 395.

Information on adoptable dogs and cats at 782-9061 or 267-7325, or www.dawgrescue.com

Free blood pressure checks at Merrill Gardens on Tuesdays

Merrill Gardens at Gardnerville will hold free weekly blood pressure clinics for the public starting 10-11 a.m. Nov. 30, at Merrill Gardens at Gardnerville, 1565-A Virginia Ranch Road, behind Carson Valley Medical Center.