lake tahoe humane society

Big crowd shows up to welcome Humane Society back to South Lake Tahoe

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) has opened an office in South Lake Tahoe to better serve the community and they celebrated along with a full crowd at their grand opening reception on Tuesday.

HSTT came to the aid of the South Shore after the former director of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society embezzled almost $60,000. Its members tried to hold the 51-year-old agency together but it disbanded in January of this year, never being able to gain back the trust of the community.

Volunteers sought as Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe opens new South Lake Tahoe office

Event Date: 
December 10, 2019 - 5:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) will be opening an office in South Lake Tahoe to better serve the community and will be celebrating their grand opening on December 10, 2019, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The new location will be in mid-town adjacent to the former Sato Sushi, 3438 Lake Tahoe Boulevard. They will be offering a full list of services from cat adoptions to free vaccination clinics.

Lake Tahoe Humane Society disbands, turns operations over to Truckee Tahoe group

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Almost two years after their executive director embezzled almost $60,000 from the Lake Tahoe Humane Society (LTHS), the nonprofit tasked with helping local pets, is folding after 51 years of serving the South Lake Tahoe community.

A new board of directors had taken several steps, including the sale of their Emerald Bay Road building and laying off of employees, to get LTHS back on their feet but could never get the nonprofit's community standing back.

Judith Virginia Brown ~ July 22, 1946 – December 8, 2018

Judith Virginia Brown passed away at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nev., on Dec. 8, 2018.

She was 72.

Ex-Humane Society director finishes jail term just one month after guilty plea

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Even though she was sentenced to six months in jail after taking a plea deal for her embezzlement of almost $60,000, Niki Congero, the former executive director of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society, has been released and is now back in Tennessee a free woman.

She was in the El Dorado County Jail from August 1 to October 28, a total of 89 days. Her jail term started the day of her arrest in Tennessee.

South Lake Tahoe youth fundraising for dogs and cats

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Four local young ladies are continuing to help the South Lake Tahoe community with their fundraising efforts to help different needs on the South Shore.

For the 2018 Christmas season Maiella and Milan Riva, Lily Demus and Simone Sitchon will be collecting items and money to help both Lake Tahoe Humane Society and El Dorado County Animal Shelter.

Last year the four girls collected clothing and toys for local foster youth and in 2016 they collected gloves, hats, socks, coats, and thermals for the Tahoe Warm Room.

Update: Lake Tahoe Humane Society moving, donations still needed

”Storms Make Trees Take Deeper Roots” – Dolly Parton

We always like to start our organizational releases with a quote to help paint a picture of where things stand.

Humane Society ex-director pleads guilty to embezzlement charges

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Nicola (Niki) Congero, 50, the former executive director of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society (LTHS), pleaded guilty Monday to felony embezzlement for using almost $60,000 of Humane Society money for her own personal purposes.

Former Lake Tahoe Humane Society director offered plea agreement

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The former executive director of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society will be back in court on Monday, September 24 to face felony charges of embezzlement.

Nicola "Niki" Congero has been offered a plea agreement by the El Dorado County District Attorney's Office and has until the 8:30 a.m. hearing Monday to give them her answer. She is being represented by El Dorado County Public Defender James Warden who has been with Congero during her court hearings on August 28 and September 10.

Ex-Humane Society director accused of embezzlement back in El Dorado County

Nicola "Niki" Congero, the former Lake Tahoe Humane Society (LTHS) executive director accused of embezzlement, is now sitting in the El Dorado County Jail in Placerville.

On Sunday, August 19, 2018, the El Dorado County Sheriff's extradition team returned from Knoxville, Tennessee with Congero. She is accused of using the LTHS debit card on personal things such gambling, rental furniture for her home, dentist bills, family cell phones, repairs to family members vehicles, and numerous point of sale purchases with cash back at casinos, just to name a few.

Former Lake Tahoe Humane Society director arrested on embezzlement charges

Detectives from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department flew to Tennessee overnight to arrest Nicola "Niki" Congero, the former executive director of Lake Tahoe Humane Society.

Congero, 50, was arrested without incident on the morning of Wednesday, August 1 and booked into the Knoxville jail on charges of embezzling approximately $60,000 from the South Lake Tahoe based non-profit. She is being held there on $200,000 bail and is currently awaiting extradition.

Lake Tahoe Humane Society to sell building, but keeps organization going in South Lake Tahoe

The new board of directors for the Lake Tahoe Humane Society (LTHS) has decided to put their building on Emerald Bay Road up for sale.

Full slate of activities to enjoy this weekend in South Lake Tahoe

Looking for something to do this weekend in South Lake Tahoe? No matter what you like there should be something for your to enjoy!

Saturday, June 2

The first weekend of Valhalla Renaissance Faire in South Lake Tahoe at Camp Richardson, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. More info: http://southtahoenow.com/story/05/26/2018/valhalla-renaissance-faire-south-lake-tahoe-over-two-weekends

Locals Day at Lake Tahoe Golf Course benefits Humane Society

Event Date: 
May 15, 2018 - 9:00am

Locals day at the Lake Tahoe Golf Course to benefit the Lake Tahoe Humane Society will be Tuesday, May 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For just $20, hit the course and golf 18 holes.

$10 of each round will go to help the non-profit keep their doors open in South Lake Tahoe.

The newly elected board will be on hand to answer all questions about the future of the humane society.

Lake Tahoe Humane Society holds garage sale

Event Date: 
June 2, 2018 - 8:00am

As the new Lake Tahoe Humane Society Board of Directors restarts, rebuilds, restores and re-engages the agency, they are holding a yard sale to remove excess merchandise to help in that effort on Saturday, June 2.

From 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., they will be selling lots of goods in their back parking lot. Even though the agency is located at 884 Emerald Bay Road, its easier to access by parking behind them on Roger Avenue.

Logo contest for Lake Tahoe Humane Society as they "Restart, Rebuild, Restore, and Re-engage"

The new board members of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society are looking for members of the community to create their new logo, part of their "Restart, Rebuild, Restore, and Re-engage" plan. The new logo is one part of their plan moving the group forward and restoring services back to the community.

Requirements
· An official and inspiring logo created by you with up to 100 word or less description regarding the concept, what inspired you, and why you think it is representative of Animal Welfare in the Lake Tahoe Basin
· 1 or 2 colors , preferably 1.

Lake Tahoe Humane Society reorganizes and adds transparency

The Lake Tahoe Humane Society and SPCA organization has elected a new board of directors and all members of the previous board will stepping down.

Michael Dalton will be the new president and is joined by VP of Governance and Compliance Sandra DeLeon, VP of Operations Chantale Hansen, Mariel Berei, secretary and Elizabeth Naylor, treasurer.

Lorna Lefler, Sue Pritchett, and Kim Stephenson, the board who tried to hold things together after the firing of their former executive director, will be stepping down effective immediately.

Open house for prospective board members at Lake Tahoe Humane Society

Event Date: 
April 7, 2018 - 5:00pm

The Lake Tahoe Humane Society and SPCA is following up their March 29 meeting with an announcement that they are accepting applications for people interested in joining their board of directors. Two informational “meet and greets” for prospective board members are scheduled at the agency’s office at 884 Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 7 and Monday, April 9 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

New board members and volunteers sought for Lake Tahoe Humane Society

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's been almost one year since the Lake Tahoe Humane Society (LTHS) fired their former Executive Director Niki Congero amid allegations of embezzlement. For months, South Lake Tahoe Police detectives worked through piles of paperwork and film, completing the case for the El Dorado County District Attorney in December. Since then, the case has been in the hands of the DA's office, but nothing has happened yet.

Lake Tahoe Humane Society open on Fridays only as they restructure

For 51 years the Lake Tahoe Humane Society has offered services to animals in the South Lake Tahoe community, but today they are facing some tough times after firing their executive director almost one year ago amidst allegations of embezzlement arose when their bank called them about irregular activity on the agency's debit card.

Rudolph "Rudy" Pakes, Sr. June 4, 1926 ~ February 14, 2018

Rudolph M. Pakes Sr, 91, passed away peacefully and with grace in his home on February 14, 2018 his family by his side.

Rudy was born on June 4, 1926 in Belle Valley, Ohio. His parents Andrew Pakes and Susan Krempasky immigrated from what was then Czechoslovakia for the promise of the “American Dream.” They met and married in Belle Valley, where Andrew worked in the coalmines. Rudy had 5 brothers and 3 sisters. He had a wonderful childhood in Ohio, all of his siblings attended K-12 in a one-room schoolhouse.

Carole "Honey" McCall 4/7/30 ~ 2/6/18

Carole, affectionately known as “Honey” to her grandkids, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 6 to be with her husband of 63 years. Carole was preceded in death by George McCall, on November 30, 2017.

Vendor and sponsor spots open for 7th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden show

The 7th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show is coming back to the South Tahoe Middle School Multi Purpose Room on April 27 and 28, 2018. Produced by Golden Bear Events, the show will run from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, and from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. This family friendly show offers free admission for attendees and door prizes.

Dogs help students de-stress before finals at LTCC

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It wasn't your normal evening in the library at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) on Thursday. There was no librarian with the proverbial "shhhh." There was no quiet spot to study, and there was a table full of food and a lounge full of dogs.

Yes, dogs.

The volunteers from Lake Tahoe Humane Society who take their therapy dogs to Barton Health's Skilled Nursing Facility five days a week brought their dogs to the library as part of the school's quarterly De-Stress Night.

Ex-Lake Tahoe Humane Society director leaves town, no charges filed yet

Former executive director of the Lake Tahoe Humane Society moved out of South Lake Tahoe over the weekend, leaving many in the community questioning the timing after she was fired on March 31 amidst accusations of misappropriation of agency funds.

Niki Congero moved out of her rental home because she was given a 60-day notice to vacate May 4. The owner of the home wanted to use it for his purposes, according to Realty World, the property management company.

Wildfire Safety Expo in South Lake Tahoe Saturday

Event Date: 
June 17, 2017 - 12:00pm

South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue along with multiple local agencies are coming together and hosting the 4th annual Wildfire Safety Expo on Saturday, June 17 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the TJ Maxx parking lot located at the “Y” where
Highways 50 and 89 intersect.

Everyone one is invited to the free event with lots of information about being prepared in case of a wildfire.

Lake Tahoe Humane Society holds Dog Day at the Park fundraiser

Event Date: 
June 11, 2017 - 10:00am

Tahoe Paradise Park is hosting "Dog Day in the Park" for the Lake Tahoe Humane Society on Sunday, June 11 from 10:00 a.m.to 2:00 p.m.

To celebrate the park being dog friendly, and to help out the Humane Society, there will be activities for both dogs and their humans. BBQ, kid's activities, doggie costume contest and a best trick contest (for the dogs) are also part of the day's events.

Enjoy Baron Lake, the Truckee River, playground and more.

Tahoe Paradise Park, 1011 E San Bernadino Avenue in Meyers.

Search warrant served at home of former Humane Society director

Detectives and officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department served a search warrant at the home of Niki Congero Thursday morning, searching for evidence in their embezzlement investigation of the former Lake Tahoe Humane Society executive director.

Letter: Lake Tahoe Humane Society needs our help

Our local Humane Society needs our help.

Day in and day out our local Humane Society answers the needs of people who have lost their cat or dog or those who have been forced to move to a place where their pets are not allowed. They host spay and neutering clinics to help with over population and other pet inoculation issues. This past Christmas I saw them giving out pet food to those who were too poor to feed their pets.

Lake Tahoe Humane Society regrouping after director fired

For 50 years the Lake Tahoe Humane Society has offered services to animals in the South Lake Tahoe community. They are now facing challenges after their Executive Director Niki Congero was fired when allegations of embezzlement arose when their bank called them about irregular activity on the agency's debit card.

6th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show

Event Date: 
April 29, 2017 - 10:00am

The sixth annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show will be held April 28-29, 2017 in the South Tahoe Middle School multipurpose room.

Space is being increased to allow more vendors from the region to participate in the only event of its type on the South Shore. A free children's planting area is also being added to the two day show that runs from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m on Friday, and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m on Saturday.

Vintage Buffalo: From flooded thrift store to fun boutique

On January 23, 2017, snow caused the roof collapse of the historic building that housed not only the Green Tahoe Market and Liquor Store on Harrison Avenue in South Lake Tahoe, but also the Lucky Dog Thrift Store.

When the roof collapsed, the sprinkler system was set off and the water main broke, sending gallons of water through the stores in the building. Clean up and building repairs are still underway.

Ask Henry: Hopeful Henry gives readers helpful cat tips

Dear Hopeful Henry,
I love my cats but sometimes all the cat hair all over my clothes is so frustrating. Any quick fix suggestions for clean clothes that still have hair stuck to them?
Thanks, Amy

Pet of the Week: Marshall

Marshall is looking for a home. He is 6 years old, house-trained and likes other dogs. He can climb fences so must be kept on a leash while outside.

Visit Marshall at The El Dorado County Animal Services, 530-573-7925. Don’t forget all animals come spayed or neutered, with all vaccinations and a microchip! For Spay-Neuter services and other support, call the Lake Tahoe Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at 530-542-2857.

Update of last week’s Pet of the Week, Horace is still looking for his forever home.

Ask Henry: Winter weather safety tips

Dear Henry,
I’m new to the area and not sure about how to deal with the cold weather and my dog, do you have any tips for us?
Thank you,
Bethany

Purrfect timing for this question as we are getting a winter this year! Here are some winter tips for all pets.

Pet of the Week: Gambit

Gambit is this week's Pet of the Week! He is a very sweet and playful 5-year-old Pitty who needs a loving home. Gambit is a big boy and gets excited, so not the best fit for a home with toddlers or infants. He is good with other dogs, but not so good with cats.

If you are interested in giving this boy a home please call the Lake Tahoe Humane Society at 530-577-4521.

For Spay-Neuter services and other support, call the Lake Tahoe Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at 530-542-2857.

Heavenly, last week’s Pet of the Week, is now at her forever home!

6th annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show

Event Date: 
April 28, 2017 - 4:00pm

The sixth annual Lake Tahoe Home and Garden Show will be held April 28-29, 2017 in the South Tahoe Middle School multipurpose room.

Space is being increased to allow more vendors from the region to participate in the only event of its type on the South Shore. A free children's planting area is also being added to the two day show that runs from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m on Friday, and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m on Saturday.

Ask Henry: Anything I should not give Fido and Fluffy for Christmas?

As we are fast approaching the biggest giving season of them all I wanted to remind our wonderful Tahoe pet lovers what to avoid as gifts for your furry family member this year. I would like to thank the folks at Pet Plan Pet Insurance for the following great advice. Speaking of pet insurance, if you’re looking for a practical gift for your pet owning friends pet insurance would make a nice gift!

Pet of the Week: Lucille

This week's pet of the week is Lucille, a corn snake. She is looking for a new home!
Lucille is about three feet long and eats frozen or thawed mice.

If you adopt Lucille you get her three foot tank with lid to take home with, but you'll need lighting and heating equipment. If you wish to adopt her, you must bring the equipment to the shelter with you.

Visit Lucille at El Dorado County Animal Services, 1120 Shakori Drive, South Lake Tahoe, 530-573-7925.

Ask Henry: To Gift a Pet or Not to Gift a Pet?

Dear Henry,

I want to get my 5 year old son a puppy for Christmas, what do you think, good idea or not?

Thanks,
Marvin

Dear Marvin,

Bread & Broth is grateful for their food donors

In October, Bread & Broth reached the 27-year milestone for serving meals to the Lake Tahoe South Shore community! Currently, Bread & Broth serves a full-course ‘Monday Meal’ at St. Theresa Church Grace Hall and a soup and simple entrée at ‘Second Serving’ at the Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church on Fridays. These two weekly meals and the food ‘give away’ bags distributed at the meals are supported by generous stores, businesses and restaurants who have donated food, beverages and soups to our program throughout the past year.

Hopeful Henry: How pets can enjoy Thanksgiving too!

‘Tis the season for friends, family and holiday feasts—but also for possible distress for our animal companions. Pets won’t be so thankful if they munch on under-cooked turkey or a pet-unfriendly floral arrangement, or if they stumble upon an unattended alcoholic drink.

Check out the following tips from ASPCA experts for a fulfilling Thanksgiving that your pets can enjoy, too.

Talkin’ Turkey

Pet of the Week: Chabo

This week's Pet of the Week in South Lake tahoe is Chabo. He is 11-months-old, has lived with small dogs and kids, he is a sweet boy and would complete any loving home.

Go visit Chabo at the El Dorado County Animal Services located at 1120 Shakori Dr, South Lake Tahoe. Their phone number is 530-573-7925.

For Spay-Neuter services and other support, call the Lake Tahoe Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at 530-542-2857.

Good news: Hunter, a recent Pet of the Week, has found his forever home!

Time to get holiday photos taken during 30th annual Santa Paws

Event Date: 
November 12, 2016 - 10:00am

It may only say November on the calendar but it is already time to get your furry family photos taken during the 30th annual Lake Tahoe Humane Society's Santa Paws.

Get your photo taken with Tahoe's original Santa Dog, Hopeful Henry. Bring your pet(s) along to get in on the photo which can be used on greeting cards, ornaments or other keepsakes.

Enjoy some hot chocolate, coffee or Mimosas while you wait! There will also be some fun shopping for both pets and their humans.

100 percent of the proceeds help Lake Tahoe Humane Society's efforts in assisting local animals in need.

Humane Society teams up with Winter Bazaar to make holidays special for pets

Event Date: 
November 12, 2016 - 10:00am

The Lake Tahoe Humane Society and Golden Bear Events are collaborating to make the holidays easier for pets and their "people."

During the Winter Bazaar and Health Fair at Inn by the Lake on Saturday, November 12, Golden Bear Events will be accepting donations of pet food and new pet toys to be given to the Lake Tahoe Humane Society. All who donate will receive a free drawing ticket and you don't need to be present to win!

The event will be held on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and admission is free.

SLT City Council candidate JoAnn Conner

All candidates for South Lake Tahoe City Council were given the same questions. With just one day to go to the elections, we will be featuring their answers and a video of their interview with Tahoe Regional Young Professionals through the day.

JoAnn Conner, 67, Small Business Owner, 35 years in SLT.

Discuss your interest in serving on City Council. What is your prior experience in working with civic, community or governmental organizations?

Pet of the Week: Cora

This week's Pet of the Week is Cora, a sweet three-year-old kitty. Cora needs to be in an animal-free home as she loves to have all of the attention.

Stop by and visit Cora at the El Dorado County Animal Services at 1120 Shakori Drive in Meyers, or give them a call at 530-573-7925.

For Spay-Neuter services and other support, call the Lake Tahoe Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at 530-542-2857.

Hopeful Henry: Microchipped pets get returned at least 2x more often

Dear Henry,

What are your thoughts on Microchipping your pets?
Thank you,
Arthur

Dear Arthur,
Very good question! Just last week we were able to return a dog that had been stolen because it was micro chipped. We located the dog and because we were able to verify the legal owner via the microchip it made getting the dog back to his owner a much easier process.

Pet of the Week: Delano

This week's Pet of the Week is Delano, a very active one-year-old poodle mix. He needs a busy home, and does need some training classes.

You can visit Delano at the El Dorado County Animal Services in Meyers, phone number 530-573-7925.

For Spay-Neuter services and other support, call the Lake Tahoe Humane Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at 530-542-2857.

Hunter, last week’s pet of the week is still looking for his forever home.

Ask Henry: What are the best tips for my pets on Halloween?

Every year around Halloween the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center gets flooded with calls from pet owners who are worried about what their pet has eaten. In order to avoid this worry and to help you prepare for the big night and weeks before we put together a list of the most common issues they encounter.

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