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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and boy, are your dogs excited! They may not understand why you put a tree up, hung new decorations, or why the house always smells of fresh cookies, but they can certainly feel the excitement. Holiday traditions are something we all look forward to, so this year, start some new traditions with your favorite canine companion. Check out our list of 15 Holiday Activities to Do with Your Dog!<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Hang a Stocking Just For Them<\/span><\/h4>\n

Hanging Christmas stockings on the fireplace is a classic tradition that your dog can be a part of. You can purchase doggie stockings at most pet stores, but you can also\u00a0make one yourself<\/a>! It might be best to wait until the day of Christmas before adding any yummy treats in there. Dogs have the best noses around, so there\u2019s a chance they could get into their stocking\u00a0while you\u2019re not looking.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Searching for the perfect stocking stuffers? We highly recommend our Chew-A-Bulls Dental Treats<\/a>, and our Collagen Chews!<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

2. Make Doggie Holiday Treats<\/span><\/h4>\n
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It’s not Christmas time if you’re not treating yourself to some delicious holiday cookies and desserts on a regular basis. While giving your dogs bites of your own sweets may seem like a generous offer, they may contain ingredients that aren’t good for your dog. Now, that doesn’t mean your pup has to miss out on the fun; it just means they need their own treats! Try baking Lemons & Basil’s<\/a> doggie holiday cookies, featuring sweet potatoes, or c<\/span>heck out Care.com’s 9 Christmas Dog Treat Recipes<\/a> for delicious treats you can make in your own kitchen.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Get Them Their Own Christmas Tree<\/h4>\n

While you\u2019re\u00a0hunting for the perfect Christmas tree, consider picking out a small one for your pup!\u00a0Place it near their dog bed as an adorable addition to your home.<\/span><\/p>\n

Note:<\/em> Be aware of your dog\u2019s chewing habits and make sure they don\u2019t bother the tree. If you find that your dog likes to chew up the branches, it may be best to place their tree on a table or put a small fence\/gate around it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Add Them\u00a0to Your Christmas Card<\/span><\/h4>\n

Sending out Christmas cards to friends and family? Don\u2019t forget to add your dog\u2019s name!\u00a0Did you know that\u00a0<\/span>70% of dog owners<\/a> say they add their dogs\u2019 names to holiday cards<\/span>? Dogs are an important part of the family and we\u2019re sure they\u2019d love to be part of the\u00a0Christmas cheer.<\/span><\/p>\n

\n5. Go Look at Christmas Lights<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>
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Grab the winter jackets, hot cocoa, and leash, it’s time to go check out your neighborhood\u2019s Christmas lights! It\u2019s great quality time with the family that your dog can be a part of, plus it\u2019s a wonderful exercise for them, and a potty break isn’t too bad either.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Donate\u00a0to Your Local\u00a0Shelter<\/h4>\n

December is the season of giving, and there are shelter animals all over the world\u00a0in need of food, warmth, and love. If your dog has any intact toys they weren’t interested in, dog beds, or unopened food, bring them to your local shelter and donate them to dogs in need. If you’re wanting to do an even larger donation, call your local shelter and ask what items they’re desperately searching for. Here are some of the top items most rescues seek:<\/p>\n