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50 Times Pets Made Christmas A Holiday To Remember, For Better Or Worse
AnimalsDEC 27, 2023

50 Times Pets Made Christmas A Holiday To Remember, For Better Or Worse

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Animals have been a part of Christmas since we can remember. The red-nosed Rudolph is but one example of an icon of the season. And what nativity scene would there be without a couple of donkeys, sheep, and goats?
This holiday is possibly one of the most joyful times of the year, and it wouldn’t be the same without our pets. Sure, they might have broken something while rocking around the Christmas tree, but that’s why we love them even more.
To celebrate the year coming to an end, our team at Bored Panda has selected some of the best moments of pets captured during Christmas. From battles against pine trees to meetings with Santa, these little companions are bound to make our holidays just that much more special.

#1 Every Christmas She Perfectly Photobombs At Least One Picture. Zoe Will Be 16-Years-Old In 3 Weeks

Every Christmas She Perfectly Photobombs At Least One Picture. Zoe Will Be 16-Years-Old In 3 Weeks
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#2 Happy Holidays! My Wife Asked Me To Take Christmas Pictures Of Our Kid. Apparently, This Isn't What She Meant

Happy Holidays! My Wife Asked Me To Take Christmas Pictures Of Our Kid. Apparently, This Isn't What She Meant
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#3 I Think He Knows What His Christmas Gift Is

I Think He Knows What His Christmas Gift Is
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Christmas is a great opportunity to share the fun, joy, and magic of the season with our pets. And maybe spoil them a little. If you’re looking for fun activities to do with your furry friends during the holidays, we’ve got you covered.

On the days leading up to the big celebration, you can consider buying or making your own advent calendar for the four-legged members of your family. Many pet shops carry them to make your companions feel included in the magical spirit. Unfortunately, they’re usually available for the most common household animals, like cats and dogs, so if you wish to surprise your bunny, guinea pig, or hedgehog, you’ll have some DIYing to do.

#4 My Work Here Is Done

My Work Here Is Done
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#5 He Had Steak For Dinner For Christmas. He Couldn't Believe It

He Had Steak For Dinner For Christmas. He Couldn't Believe It
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#6 Our Cat With Christmas Tree

Our Cat With Christmas Tree
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Usually, stores at that time of the year sell empty advent calendars that you can fill with treats or toys for the specific needs of your pet. Or, if you wish, you can make them totally from scratch with just a few materials, like this one just here. You can include home-baked delicacies in there as well. Plenty of yummy recipes are posted online that cater to a wide range of animals and their diets. For example, you can try making raisin wheels from hay for bunnies or salmon sweet potato cake for cats.

#7 Christmas Cat Photoshoot

Christmas Cat Photoshoot
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#8 Ready In 3, 2, 1 Cheese

Ready In 3, 2, 1 Cheese
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#9 Christmas Came Early At The Zoo Where My Girlfriend Works, And One Fox Couldn't Be Happier

Christmas Came Early At The Zoo Where My Girlfriend Works, And One Fox Couldn't Be Happier
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Something else you can do is take them on a snowy outing. Most dogs and even some cats enjoy running and playing in it. Snow angels, zoomies, or a game of fetch will surely build up that appetite before Christmas dinner. But if you live where it doesn’t snow, another option is to take them to see all the beautiful lights and decorations that your neighbors have decked out for the occasion. You might also choose to go on a fun road trip and introduce them to the white stuff falling from the sky; this way, you can make some unforgettable memories.

#10 Paint Me Like One Of Your Christmas Trees

Paint Me Like One Of Your Christmas Trees
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#11 Not A Creature Was Stirring, All Through The House - Except For This Mouse Living In Our Christmas Tree, Apparently

Not A Creature Was Stirring, All Through The House - Except For This Mouse Living In Our Christmas Tree, Apparently
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#12 The Difference Between Cats And Dogs: Dignity

The Difference Between Cats And Dogs: Dignity
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Another fun activity to include your beloved animal in is to dress them up in their cutest attire. Christmas sweaters, ribbons, Santa hats, and bow ties—there are plenty of options to choose from. If you’re feeling extra, you can even get matching outfits to twin with your pet. Just make sure that they’re feeling extra comfortable wearing it.

#13 I Couldn't Find My Cat. She Was Too Quiet

I Couldn't Find My Cat. She Was Too Quiet
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#14 Pancakes Kept Getting In The Way, So He Became The Present (He Had No Complaints)

Pancakes Kept Getting In The Way, So He Became The Present (He Had No Complaints)
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#15 Odo In His Christmas Sweater. Baby, It's Cold Outside

Odo In His Christmas Sweater. Baby, It's Cold Outside
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And while you’re at it, make sure to snap a quick picture. Having a fun image of your pet that could be framed in your house or used as a holiday card can be a very delightful and rewarding experience. But you might have to be really patient, as not all pets are up for it. In fact, some will do anything within their power to outsmart you and run away.

#16 One Of My Chicken - Freckles, Has Met A Santa. In The Second Photo, Freckles Is Reviewing The Naughty/Nice List. She Was Obviously On The Nice List

One Of My Chicken - Freckles, Has Met A Santa. In The Second Photo, Freckles Is Reviewing The Naughty/Nice List. She Was Obviously On The Nice List
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#17 Family Christmas Picture Photobomb

Family Christmas Picture Photobomb
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#18 My Attempt At A Cute Christmas Picture Of My 13-Year-Old Chow Mix, Samwise

My Attempt At A Cute Christmas Picture Of My 13-Year-Old Chow Mix, Samwise
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#19 Cat vs. Christmas Tree. The Cat Has Won

Cat vs. Christmas Tree. The Cat Has Won
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A couple of tips from Crimson Cat Studios on photographing your pets include taking some time to create a Zen environment and paying attention to what they like. Choose a place that is familiar, comfortable, and quiet, so your model feels at ease. The trickiest part might be getting your companion to pose or look straight into the camera. For this, you can try holding something interesting above it. It can be a squeaky toy, a treat, or anything else they love. There’s even a “Pooch Selfie” attachment that looks like a tennis ball and squeaks when you squeeze it.

#20 Put Up A Christmas Tree We Encourage Our Cats To Climb

Put Up A Christmas Tree We Encourage Our Cats To Climb
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