Watch Shelter Dogs Open Christmas Presents from Santa’s Sleigh in Adorable Photos

Mar. 15, 2025

Watch Shelter Dogs Open Christmas Presents from Santa’s Sleigh in Adorable Photos .Photo:Best Friends Animal Society

Best Friends Animal Society

MerryPupmas!

On Christmas morning, several adoptable dogs opened up toys on Christmas morning through Best Friends Animal Society’s sanctuary in Kanab, Utah.

Watch Shelter Dogs Open Christmas Presents from Santa’s Sleigh in Adorable Photos.Best Friends Animal Society

The Christmas tradition, which started over a decade ago, brought together dogs in need and dog lovers, who watched the fun event take place.

“Best Friends likes to give our dogs as many family-like experiences as possible while they’re here, so the Santa Sleigh is very meaningful to our staff. It’s so fun watching the dogs pick an item, which they all do in their own unique way,” Julie Castle, CEO of Best Friends Animal Society, said in a release.

Especially during this time of year, the organization urges people to adopt since several shelters are at capacity. Adult dogs and cats over 40 pounds are the most in need, per a release.

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“The holidays are a great time to adopt a dog or cat. Shelters are full of amazing pets that were once in homes and are eager to be part of a family again,” Castle said. “If you can’t commit to adoption, fostering is a wonderful way to give a pet a break from shelter life and help them find a new home in the process.”

source: people.com