This selection of Christmas movies offers something for everyone - from heartwarming stories to exciting adventures and humorous moments. They are the perfect choice for relaxing during the Christmas season and celebrating the unique bond between humans and their faithful four-legged friends. So get cozy, grab a cup of hot chocolate and enjoy these festive movies with your loved ones and your furry friends. Merry Christmas!
1. The Search for Santa Paws (2010)
- Plot: In this heartwarming story, adorable puppy Paws travels to New York to help save Christmas. Paws joins some new friends and together they try to bring back the Christmas spirit.
- Why watch? A real family film full of adventure, magic and, of course, lots of dogs.
2. An All Dogs Christmas Carol (1998)
- Plot: This animated film is a dog version of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol." The dogs try to make Carface, a mean dog, understand the true meaning of Christmas.
- Why watch? A playful and musical approach to the classic Christmas story, starring dogs!
3. A Dog Named Christmas (2009)
- Plot: A sweet boy with an intellectual disability is trying to convince his family to adopt a dog for the Christmas season.
- Why watch? This is a touching story about the special bond between humans and dogs, perfect for the holidays.
4. Christmas with Tucker (2013)
- Plot: The film follows a young boy who goes through a difficult time after losing his father, and builds a bond with a dog named Tucker.
- Why watch? A warm film that is about friendship and coping with grief, with Tucker providing great comfort.
5. The 12 Dogs of Christmas (2005)
- Plot: A girl helps a small town in the 1930s save dogs and advocates for their rights, even at a time when dogs are banned.
- Why watch? Historic and Christmassy at the same time, this story is both heartwarming and inspiring.
6. Santa Buddies (2009)
- Plot: In this film, Air Bud's puppies experience a magical Christmas adventure. Together with Puppy Paws, they try to save Christmas by restoring faith in the Christmas spirit.
- Why watch? A film full of humor and cuteness starring a group of canine friends.
7. Beethoven's Christmas Adventure (2011)
- Plot: Beethoven, the famous Saint Bernard, helps Santa when an elf accidentally loses a magic bag of toys.
- Why watch? Beethoven brings a lot of chaos and humor to this funny and adventurous Christmas movie.
8. A Dogwalker's Christmas Tale (2015)
- Plot: A young woman is given the responsibility of walking a dog and discovers a plan to close a dog shelter. Together with a dog lover, she tries to save the shelter.
- Why watch? For those who like romantic comedies, with a touch of dog love and Christmas spirit.
9. Puppy Star Christmas (2018)
- Plot: An adorable group of puppies prepare for a Christmas musical, but face a plan to ruin Christmas.
- Why watch? Singing puppies, Christmas music and an adventure full of funny moments. A cheerful film for young and old.
10. Lady and the Tramp (1955, Disney+ 2019 Remake)
- Plot: This classic love story revolves around the stray dog Tramp and the cocker spaniel Lady. Although not purely a Christmas movie, the story begins and ends with a cozy Christmas setting.
- Why watch? A timeless classic that fits beautifully into the Christmas season because of its romantic atmosphere and beautiful animation.
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