Critter Fixer
Annual CASI 'Bark Whine & Dine' happening April 27 at Casino Fandango in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/21/2024 - 6:36amCarson Animal Services Initiative, also known as CASI, welcomes the community to enjoy an evening of great music, delicious food and wonderful live and silent auction items to support animals in need.
Supervisor Schuette to speak at Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/06/2024 - 11:59pmThe featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Lisa Schuette, who has held the Ward 4 seat on the Carson City Board of Supervisors since 2021. She is currently seeking reelection to another four year term. In addition to her service on the board, Lisa is also a member of the Audit Committee, the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC), the Carson Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO), the Board of Health, the Redevelopment Authority, the Redevelopment Authority Citizens Committee, and the Parks and Recreation Commission.
CASI Bark Whine & Dine fundraiser happening April 27 at Casino Fandango
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 5:00pmCASI will be hosting our annual Bark Whine & Dine Dinner, Music and Auction fundraiser on Saturday, April 27 at Casino Fandango. Proceeds to benefit spay/neuter and emergency medical outreach.
CASI Barking Lot Sale happening this weekend, Oct. 2 and 3
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/01/2021 - 4:54pmCarson City's CASI is hosting a "Barking Lot" Sale.
Check out treasures for purchase including furniture, kitchen appliances, housewares, home décor and garden items.
Why do your pets act as they do? CASI offers virtual Pet Behavior Seminar series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 8:02amCarson Animal Services Initiative, also known as CASI, is proud to offer Understanding Your Pet's Behavior seminar series with Animal Behaviorist Kelley Bollen. Kelley has worked with clients across the United States and Canada, sharing her expertise with shelters, rescues, and individual pet owners.
CASI features 'Understanding Your Pet's Behavior' with Kelley Bollen
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 8:39amCarson Animal Services Initiative, also known as CASI, is excited to offer the online seminar, Understanding Your Pet's Behavior, featuring Animal Behaviorist Kelley Bollen. Join us via zoom every 2nd and 4th Wednesday starting Jan. 27 through April 28.
Enter your best Spooktacular pet photos to help Carson City pets in need
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/24/2020 - 10:04pmSubmit a "spooktacular" picture of your pet to win a prize! CASI (Carson Animal Services Initiative) is holding an online fundraiser during this spooky season with winners being chosen through an online voting contest! Costumed pet photos can be submitted now through Oct. 31.
Enter your Spooktacular Pet Photos to help pets in need in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/23/2020 - 1:03pmSubmit a spooktacular picture of your pet to win a prize!
CASI is holding an online fundraiser during this spooky season with winners being chosen through an online voting contest!
Photos can be submitted now through October 31.
Lisa Schuette files for Carson City Supervisor Ward 4
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 3:20pmRetired Carson City teacher and longtime animal welfare advocate Lisa Schuette filed candidacy paperwork today for Carson City Supervisor Ward 4. Current Ward 4 Supervisor John Barrette is not running for re-election.
Lisa Schuette to run for Carson City Supervisor Ward 4
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 4:27pmRetired Carson City teacher and longtime animal welfare advocate Lisa Schuette has announced her candidacy for Carson City Supervisor Ward 4. She is running for the seat currently held by John Barrette who is not seeking another term.
Santa Claus is coming to Benson's Feed in Carson City this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 3:37pmCASI and Benson's Feed invite our furry friends to have their pictures taken with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 7 beginning at 10 a.m. Crafts and refreshments will be on hand with proceeds benefitting Critter Fixer, CASI's low cost spay/neuter voucher program for pets whose families can't afford this important service.
For more information, call Lisa at 775-671-2413. Benson's Feed is located at 2750 US-50, Carson City. The event runs until 2 p.m.
Pooches, pin ups, produce and more: events for Carson City on Saturday, September 21
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/21/2019 - 12:45amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! We’ve got a bunch of great events going on today including Rockabilly Riot day three, the annual Pooch Plunge, and much more!
Saturday, September 21
Rockabilly Riot, cancer awareness fitness events, Dayton Valley Days and more: Carson City region set for jam-packed weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/19/2019 - 7:43pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the Rockabilly Riot car show, Dayton Valley Days, a pancreatic cancer awareness walk at Silver Oak Golf Course, the annual Pooch Plunge at the Carson Aquatic Facility, horse endurance races in Virginia City, history talks at Mormon Station Park and much more!
Dogs invited to take last summer splash Saturday at annual Carson City Pooch Plunge
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/19/2019 - 11:29amCarson City Aquatic Facility will hold its annual Pooch Plunge pool party this Saturday to help support Critter Fixer, Carson Animal Services Initiative’s low cost spay and neuter voucher program.
Woofs, Wine and Whiskers, a purr-fect evening
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 9:20pmCarson Animal Services Initiative would like to thank everyone who joined us on May 18 for our annual Woofs, Wine and Whiskers wine tasting event. Once again people came together to help animals in need, and we are grateful!
CASI continues to assist the community through our Critter Fixer low-cost spay/neuter voucher program for low-income applicants.
Events around Carson City area for Saturday, May 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 5:02pmHeading into Saturday, May 18, 2019 we say welcome to the weekend Carson City. Activities abound throughout the region. Bring an umbrella as the forecast calls for some showers. But above all, enjoy the events and activities lined up in Carson City, Carson Valley, Mound House, Silver City, Virginia City and Dayton areas.
CASI's Woofs, Wine and Whiskers happens this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 10:30amJoin Carson Animal Service Initiative this Saturday in Carson City for an evening of music, wine, appetizers, and auctions, both silent and live, all to help animals in need.
Leisure Hour Club Recognizes CASI for Outstanding Work
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/22/2019 - 1:08pmThe Carson City Leisure Hour Club recently donated $500 to the Carson Animal Services Initiative (CASI). Lisa Schuette, chair and founding member of CASI, accepted the donation at the March 20 meeting of the Club.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 8
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 8:37pmYou better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I'm telling you why: Because Santa Claus is coming to Carson City!
Pictures with Pets: Santa Claus is coming Dec. 8 to Carson City's Benson's Feed
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 3:40pmIn what has become a holiday tradition, critters and children of all ages are invited to join CASI at Benson's Feed in Carson City for Pictures with Santa.
Summer gone to dogs at Carson City Aquatic Facility
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 09/22/2018 - 2:14pmFall is officially here and summer has gone ... to the dogs.
Area canines and their owners gave summer and the outdoor pool at the Carson City Aquatic Facility a proper send off Saturday during the Carson Animal Services Initiative (CASI) Pooch Plunge, an annual fundraiser that helps "Critter Fixer," a low-cost spay and neuter voucher program run by CASI.
Annual Carson City 'Pooch Plunge' Pool Party returns this Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 09/19/2018 - 11:08amCarson City's annual Pooch Plunge Pool Party is back this Saturday, Sept. 22. Before the outside pool at the Carson City Aquatic Center is drained for the season, furry four legged (or three legged) friends are asked to come and enjoy a day of doggy paddling, tennis balls and Frisbee throws.
CASI Pooch Plunge!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/04/2018 - 10:03pmCASI would like to invite everyone to the year's best pooch pool party! Please join us on Sept. 22 for our annual Pooch Plunge to help support Critter Fixer, CASI's low cost spay/neuter voucher program.
9-10am is for little dogs and our three legged friends who need a calmer crowd. 10am-3pm the pool is open to all sizes of furry friends. Ramps, tennis balls, frisbees and towels will be ready!
CASI Woofs Wine and Whiskers: A purrfect evening set for June 22
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/12/2018 - 8:38amCarson Animal Services Initiative, also known as CASI, will host its annual Woofs, Wine and Whiskers on June 22 at the Governor's Mansion. Even though the Carson City shelter has been built, CASI is still working hard to assist animals in need through programs such as Critter Fixer, our low cost spay and neuter voucher program.
Pets of the Homeless Sponsors Pet Wellness Clinic
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/03/2018 - 1:46pmIn an effort to keep Carson City safe from pet infectious diseases Pets of the Homeless is sponsoring a free pet wellness clinic. The clinic will be held at FISH, 138 E. Long St. on Saturday, May 19, 2018. The clinic will start at 9 a.m. the first 100 pets will be seen by veterinarians and their staff from Sierra Veterinary Hospital, Timberline Animal Hospital, Carson City Animal Shelter. As an added service, Pets of the Homeless will be sponsoring the free spay/neuters through CASI’s Critter Fixer program.
A Big Woofs Wine and Whiskers Thank You
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 08/26/2017 - 1:11amOn Saturday, August 19th, CASI hosted our annual Woofs, Wine and Whiskers, and we would like to thank the wonderful businesses and individuals who donated their products, time and skills to help CASI put on another great event.
CASI offers spay and neuter vouchers for low-income Carson City pet owners
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/15/2017 - 1:03pmThe Carson Animal Services Initiative is making low-cost spay and neuter vouchers available to low-income pet owners in the Carson City area.