logo
 pexels.com
pexels.com

Here Are a Few Ideas on How to Include Pets into Christmas Family Traditions

Lois Oladejo
Dec 25, 2020
01:20 P.M.

The holiday season brings family and friends together to share and celebrate beautiful moments. Pets are also part of the family and deserve to be included in Christmas family traditions. Here's how.

Advertisement

Christmas is always the time where families surprise each other with gifts, plan surprise outings, and gather together for special delicacies. Often, pets are left out in these family traditions.

Pets can also be made to feel the love during these festivities. Pet parents can give their animals a surprise treat and make the holiday memorable for them. Here are a few ideas on how to include pets in the family Christmas traditions.

Photo of a christmas tree with gift boxes | Photo: Pexels

Photo of a christmas tree with gift boxes | Photo: Pexels

GET THEM GIFTS

Statistics have shown that most pet owners enjoy gifting their pets special surprise items. Gifts can be a special way to include your pets in the holiday tradition.

Just like getting your friends or kids new clothes, you can gift your dog a customizable dog bandana or get them a new set of socks.

Advertisement
Photo of a dog wearing a beautiful cloth | Photo: Pexels

Photo of a dog wearing a beautiful cloth | Photo: Pexels

CHARITY

Another way recommended to include your pets in the Christmas traditions is to engage in charity with them. There are different things you can do with your pet in a way to give back to the community.

Your pet would be thrilled to have some cookies or tuna treat alongside a gentle belly rub.

You can go on a fundraising dog walk with your dog or donate some of your pet's old items like clothes, toys, beds, and towels.

Photo of a beautiful dog | Photo: Pexels

Photo of a beautiful dog | Photo: Pexels

Advertisement

DECORATE THE TREE

Rather than just having your kids and friends or any other family member have the sole fun of decorating the Christmas tree, you can let your pet have the chance of catching some fun too.

Cats are said to have a special fascination with trees and enjoy lying underneath them and playing with some decoration items.

Photo of a cat in a christmas tree | Photo: Pexels

Photo of a cat in a christmas tree | Photo: Pexels

TAKE SOME PICTURES

Another way to make your pet feel like family during the holiday season is to include them in the family pictures and have special photos of them wearing their favorite clothes.

You can also take your pet to visit Santa for some funny pictures. Your dog would be thrilled to have the camera flash on him before the Christmas tree.

Advertisement
Photo of a beautiful dog by a Christmas tree | Photo: Pexels

Photo of a beautiful dog by a Christmas tree | Photo: Pexels

GIVE THEM A TREAT

Instead of just planning a special family dinner you can also include a special treat for your dog in the Christmas dinner menu. Make some nice dog delicacy and allow him to have his fun with it as he would want.

You can be extra nice by saving a plate for your friend's dog. Your pet would be thrilled to have some cookies or tuna treat alongside a gentle belly rub.

Photo of a nice delicacy | Photo: Pexels

Photo of a nice delicacy | Photo: Pexels

Pets have become an essential part of most families, giving emotional support and companionship. Holiday seasons are the best times to show them how much they mean to you. Merry Christmas, Fido!

Advertisement
info
Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories!
By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy
Advertisement
Related posts

15 Best Christmas Movies of All Time to Get You into the Festive Spirit

December 14, 2023

Single Mom of Two Blasted and Called Odd for Trying to Make Her Daughter’s Birthday Special

December 27, 2023

Top 8 Mistakes Parents Make at Christmas

December 16, 2023

Woman Gets Slammed for Choice of Christmas Gifts for Son & Stepdaughter, Hits Back at Trolls

November 21, 2023

My MIL Would Secretly Give Me Porcelain Dolls Every Christmas — I Was Shocked to Find Out Their True Purpose

March 04, 2024

My MIL Would Secretly Give Me Porcelain Dolls Every Christmas — I Was Shocked to Find Out Their True Purpose

February 05, 2024

My MIL Would Secretly Give Me Porcelain Dolls Every Christmas — I Was Shocked to Find Out Their True Purpose

December 30, 2023

10 Worst Christmas Presents People Have Ever Received

November 24, 2023

People Share the Worst Gifts They've Ever Received

December 28, 2023

Am I Wrong for Ruining Christmas after Getting Terrible Presents from My Family?

January 13, 2024

People Share the Worst Gifts They've Ever Received

December 26, 2023

I Was Left in Tears When I Went to My Fiancé's House for Christmas

November 14, 2023

Mom Skips Christmas Presents for Her Daughter, Opts for Holiday Getaway Instead

December 22, 2023

I Came up with a Controversial Life Hack with My Daughter's Christmas Gifts & Don't Know If I Crossed the Line

December 19, 2023