13 Dogs That Are Not Fans of Christmas

If you're a pet owner, you know that one of the best parts of Christmas is getting to dress up your dog in an adorable, ridiculous, and festive costume. From reindeer antlers to Santa hats, nothing is off-limits when it comes to holiday cheer! But let's be honest, while we humans might be bursting with excitement to deck our pets out in Christmas bling, our furry friends often have a different opinion. Some dogs would rather chew on the Christmas tree than wear a festive outfit, and others look like they'd prefer a cozy nap over posing for holiday photos. So, in the spirit of fun and laughter, we've compiled a collection of dogs who would rather live with Scrooge during the holidays. Get ready to chuckle at these hilarious holiday grumps! Updated July 10, 2024.

Dogs That Are Not Fans of Christmas

1. The Santa Paws

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2. The One That Doesn't Love His Hat

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3. The Dog That's Fed Up With Costumes and Pictures

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4. The One With The Squishy Outfit

5. The One That Doesn't Want to be a Christmas Tree

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6. The One Playing Along For The Picture

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7. The One Who'd Rather Sniff The Bird

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8. The One That Doesn't Like Matching

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9. The Dog That Has Had Enough of This Nonsense

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10. The Dogs That Know They Aren't Reindeer

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11. The Dog That Needs Out Of This Outfit. Now.

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12. The Dog That Would Rather Not be in a Skirt

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13. The Dog That Has to Do This Every Year

Does your dog have this much Christmas spirit? If so, feel free to post a picture to our dogIDs Facebook page so we can show off some doggy Christmas cheer!

14. The Festive Frown

This pug's expression perfectly encapsulates the "bah humbug" sentiment many dogs feel during the holiday season. The forced smile and droopy ears are a dead giveaway that this pup would rather be anywhere but under a Santa hat.

15. The Anti-Elf

This bulldog's eye-roll is an epic display of canine disdain for Christmas costumes. The elf outfit might be cute, but it clearly doesn't impress this pooch, who would rather be napping by the fire.

16. The "Help Me" Howl

This husky's mournful howl is a desperate plea for someone to remove the antlers and end the holiday madness. The expression of pure misery is a reminder that not all dogs share our enthusiasm for festive attire.

17. The Reluctant Reindeer

This dachshund's resigned expression is a common sight among dogs forced to participate in holiday photoshoots. The reindeer costume might be adorable, but it's clear that this pup would rather be chasing squirrels than pulling Santa's sleigh.

18. The Christmas Grinch

This chihuahua fully embraces the Grinch persona, snarling at anyone who dares to approach with a camera or a Santa hat. The green fur and grumpy expression are a warning to all that this pup is not in the holiday spirit.

While we humans adore dressing up our furry friends for the holidays, it's clear that many dogs don't share our enthusiasm. The photos in this collection are a hilarious reminder that not all pups are thrilled to be Santa's little helpers. So, if your dog isn't feeling the Christmas cheer, don't force it. Let them enjoy the holidays on their own terms – whether that means napping under the tree or chewing on a festive bone.

Share Your Dog's Holiday Cheer (or Lack Thereof)!

We'd love to see how your furry friends are celebrating (or not celebrating) the holidays. Share your photos with us on the dogIDs Facebook page and let's spread some canine Christmas cheer (or commiserate with those who would rather hibernate until January).