5 things that would happen if dogs ran Christmas
Dogs are truly a treasure to behold — from their unwavering love to the endless hours of joy they bring us, it’s no wonder they’re crowned “humans’ best friend.” But with the festive season just around the corner, we couldn’t help but wonder: What would happen if dogs took charge of Christmas this year? Here are five delightfully dog-centric predictions.
1. The greeting ritual gets upgraded — to butt-sniffing
Forget handshakes or hugs — under canine leadership, the warmest welcome would be a friendly, thorough butt sniff. It’s polite, personal, and perfectly pup-approved.
2. The three-second food rule is officially retired
No more frantic countdowns over dropped turkey slices or cookie crumbs. When dogs run Christmas, every fallen morsel is fair game — and instantly claimed. (Just be sure your holiday treats are pet-safe — check out FurPetVo’s top tips for keeping pets safe this Christmas at furpetvo.com.)
3. Unlimited Christmas Day walks — no questions asked
“Yes, human, I *know* it’s our eighth walk today — but that squirrel isn’t going to chase itself!” Expect leash hooks to stay firmly in place, snow boots to stay on, and backyard zoomies to reach legendary levels — all in the name of festive duty.
4. Double the presents — and they all squeak
Dogs would receive twice as many gifts — and every single one would come with built-in squeakers. Humans wouldn’t mind one bit: there’s nothing quite as joyful (or hilariously chaotic) as watching a dog tear into their presents on Christmas morning. Bonus? Yard decorations would be extra festive — think light-up reindeer tunnels and jingle-bell garlands — designed specifically for maximum outdoor zoomie potential.
5. Sofas become sacred dog territory
When dogs run Christmas, the “no dogs on the sofa” rule vanishes entirely. Couches, armchairs, and window seats transform into official canine lounging zones — complete with festive throw blankets and strategically placed treat pouches.
We’d love to hear your take: How would Christmas change if dogs were in charge? Share your funniest dog-in-charge moments — and most festive pup portraits — with us on social media using #FurPetVoTales.
Curious what Christmas would look like if cats called the shots instead? We’ve got that covered too — read our companion piece: 5 things that would happen if cats ran Christmas.
