Deck the halls with dog biscuits and cat toys. The holidays are here — and so are more Good Pets. Check it out.
FITZ
This charming 3-year-old cover dog hopes to stay off the naughty list this season. Treats, toys and lots of puppy kisses are on his wish list. So is finally catching the neighborhood squirrel.
Heather Hall/Birmingham, Alabama
BELLA
Bella was rescued from the streets, where she was discovered with a broken tail. She’s now a loving dog at her forever home. Though she can’t hear, her sense of smell can pick up anything from a mile away – especially treats and bacon and eggs from Granddad. She’s part of a happy family, sharing the house with fellow Good Pets Kiwi and Ranger.
Sabrina Ray/Gadsden, Alabama
KENNEDY
The holiday means presents and a great hideout spot under the Christmas tree for this cool cat.
Cameron Tuck/Knoxville, Tennessee
TRUMAN
He’s big, goofy and loves giving kisses and cuddling with everyone. He also listens intently, especially if a treat is at stake. He’s looking forward to a stocking full of peanut butter, carrots, and yogurt.
Viviana Valenzuela/Birmingham, Alabama
IZZY
Originally purchased at a co-op, Izzy was given up for his adoption when the family’s toddler didn’t want a dog. Now age 15, this Schnauzer had no trouble adjusting to life with the McSwains, and provides joy on a daily basis.
Michael McSwain/Hoover, Alabama
DAKOTA AND MAKO
When the children left the nest, the two Huskies above moved in. They are special members of the family because they provide love and joy each day with great personality.
Carolyn Zinn/Sarasota, Florida
CEDRIC
This 5-year-old Boston Terrier can destroy any Christmas present in less than an hour – that’s how excited he gets this time of the year. He also likes to sleep on his back, with his legs raised in the air, as he snores. For dog lovers, that’s pretty adorable, too.
Kiersten Modglin/Marion, Illinois
BEAR
Another Boston Terrier, 2-year-old Bear has a love/hate relationship with his “favorite” Christmas socks. Rescued at 10 weeks old, he tolerated them for this photo. When not celebrating the holidays in style, he enjoys chasing squirrels, lizards and his boxer-mix brother, Grizzly.
Audrey Kuhn/Gulf Breeze, Florida
HEIDI
This feline loves to chill while waiting for the big man in the red suit to scurry down the chimney.
Adam McDuffie/Hayden, Alabama
MAXIMUS AND SPARTACUS
Max, the Albino, and Sparty are Doberman Pinschers who are brothers from the same mother’s litter. They turn 3 this Christmas, and they’ll celebrate with their family. Yes, they look like they can be ferocious, but they’re gentle and fun loving to everyone.
Ana Cureton/Hoover, Alabama
RUCKER
Rucker, the Lab, and Athena, a Rotweiler, wait patiently for a piece of cheese before they get busy helping their canine sibling Santa Joe-Joe (a mini-Dachshund) make holiday rounds.
Vicki Faucett/Trussville, Alabama
MAXX
Part of a litter of seven pups in 2011, Maxx was rescued when he was the only pup left behind by owners leaving town. From the day he joined his new family, this Bulldog-Lab mix never met a human he didn’t like. As you can see from the photo, he also likes to talk. We got him to freeze for a second saying, “Merry Christmas to all.”
Sharon Grimm/Panama City, Florida
TROOPER, TOBY AND TEDDY
These three Welsh Corgis (above) love the holidays because it’s a time for visitors bearing great treats. They’re constantly around the Christmas tree, sniffing for the undiscovered treats that must wait until the 25th.
Tim Carter/Hoover, Alabama
ARTHUR
Our photo showed how this handsome rescue celebrated his first family Christmas in 2016. A one-time stray, Arthur became attached to his favorite cold-weather blanket, although a Green Bay Packers’ throw temporarily distracts him when it’s time for laundry.
Amy Osborne/Bloomington, Indiana
GRACE, LOU AND RILEY
Oh, and don’t forget Paislee and Bones! This quintet of adorableness posed together last Christmas. Their cuteness is surpassed only by their patience.
Kelsey Cockrell/Granite City, Illinois
SNOWBALL
Snowball’s favorite pastimes include sleeping, running the neighborhood watch program, playing with (and annoying) his sister, hopping around the house like a bunny, and, of course, helping Santa.
Katie Padgett/Birmingham, Alabama
DARBY
This 11-year-old Chocolate Lab loves to be in the middle of holiday decorations and loves to be Santa’s helper at Christmas.
Jeff and Rachel Miller/Hoover, Alabama
JACKIE AND JACK
Black-and-tan Jackie (top photo) was rescued just days from euthanizing at the animal shelter, and immediately made an impact at her new home. Jack, the Brindle basset hound mix, was adopted six months later and the twosome became best friends. Jack never begs for food, but he demands a daily cuddle.
Tara Bertrand/Ocala, Florida
MOLLIE
This adorable 2-year-old Labradoodle rules the roost when she’s not in trouble for digging in the dirt and chasing chipmunks.
Deborah Pugatch/Gardendale, Alabama
MARLEY, JJ and PETE
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, and that means good times are ahead for these three. Marley (Yorkie), JJ (Chihuahua) and Pete (a rescue mixed breed) work well as a team throughout the holidays. Marley and JJ love to sit in Santa’s lap, but Pete just sends his wish list to the North Pole. He doesn’t yet trust the big man in the red suit.
Emily Meredith/Bainbridge, Georgia
BEOWULF AND LILO
This adorable twosome can’t wait for Santa’s arrival this year. And we bet Santa can’t wait to see them.
William A. Jordan/Memphis, Tennessee
ZOE
Leapin’ Lizards! This bearded dragon is full of personality and loves to explore and watch TV. She also loves to help decorate the tree and doesn’t mind playing the role of a Christmas ornament.
Sharra Clark/Pensacola, Florida
LEVON
A Lab/Brittany mix, Levon is on Santa’s nice list once again. He knows a new can of tennis balls will soon be under the tree.
Scott Greer/Birmingham, Alabama
SADIE
Rescued from the Lake Martin Animal Shelter 18 months ago, Sadie got to spend one holiday season in her new home. She was friendly, compliant and a people pleaser who loved to dress up. While she is no longer with us, thanks to this photo she won’t be forgotten.
Margaret Rudloff/Birmingham, Alabama
HASTINGS
This mischievous cat was rescued as a 10-week-old kitten. Now 3 years of age, Hastings loves to help wrap – and then unwrap – Christmas gifts.
Stephanie Wires/Jasper, Alabama
TIKI
A stray from L.A. (that’s Los Angeles, not Lower Alabama), Tiki hopped on a U-Haul in 2011 and headed East for a new life in Birmingham. When Christmas rolls around, Tiki knows how to chill like a true native of SoCal.
Lara Warren/Hoover, Alabama
ANGUS
Bells will be ringing come Christmas Day, and Angus will be there in front of the tree waiting for Santa’s arrival.
Charlotte Richard/Jonesborough, Tennessee
CARLTON
This Dachshund loves a big holiday gathering. Carlton expects 30 family members for Christmas and will greet each one with a bark and a tail wag – and expects plenty of attention in return.
Jennifer Jones/Nashville, Tennessee
EDDIE
Eddie has never met a stranger, especially during the holidays when this sweet dog can dress up for the occasion.
Heather Wilson/Alcoa, Tennessee
HERCULES
This regal English Mastiff doesn’t normally enjoy putting on the Ritz. Still, he allows mom to dress him up every December because he loves his family and he loves Santa’s visits.
Ryan Funderburk/Pensacola, Florida
ZORA
This joyful rescue loves children, water and hanging out the other dogs in the neighborhood. Good luck catching this speed-of-light reindeer when he’s running around at the park.
Ken Phelps/Atlanta, Georgia
FRASIER AND NILES
These two don’t sit still for long. But when it comes to posing for a Christmas card, they know it’s time to put their best paws forward.
Jeffrey Rogers/Atlanta, Georgia
GIGI, BELLA AND THE GANG
Gigi, Bella, Patton, Pooh and Lexi are their birth names, but they prefer their nicknames: Geegers, Bellaboozer, Pat Pat, Poozer and Fluff. By any name, they make Christmas morning memorable.
Brandy Sullivan/Hoover, Alabama
BISHOP
A 12-year-old Boxer/German Shepherd mix, Bishop is like a kid on Christmas morning waiting for Santa to arrive with presents.
Jennifer Reed/Clarksville, Tennessee
COOPER
This adventurous, long-haired Dachshund never meets a stranger. Still, be warned. Come winter, every blanket in the house is his to use for warmth.
Rick Heaton/North Augusta, South Carolina
EMBER
OK, Ember may not give everyone the warm and fuzzies, but, trust us. She loves getting festive at Christmas.
Jane Wheeler/Cape Coral, Florida
LOLA
Lola loves Christmas and loves celebrating all holidays this time of year. She’s very adept at gift wrapping.
Courtney Moore/Birmingham, Alabama