UC Davis veterinary students have arranged for a visit by Santa Paws, who will sit with your dog or cat for a photo and listen to what they want for Christmas!

It’s a benefit for the School of Veterinary Medicine's Mercer clinic for the pets of homeless people. The monthly clinic, run by UC Davis students next to Loaves & Fishes in Sacramento, offers basic veterinary care and access to emergency care, as well as food, all free of charge.

Santa Paws hours are 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, at the Arden Animal Hospital, 1823 Fulton Ave., Sacramento. You can arrange an appointment by calling (916) 485-5412; walk-ins also are welcome.

Suggested donations: $25 for a photo and $5 for a CD of your pet’s photo with Santa.