{"id":1831,"date":"2016-12-22T18:45:41","date_gmt":"2016-12-22T22:45:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/?p=1831"},"modified":"2018-07-27T13:58:20","modified_gmt":"2018-07-27T17:58:20","slug":"holiday-films-featuring-animals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/holiday-films-featuring-animals\/","title":{"rendered":"Lights, Camera, Action! The Best Holiday Films Featuring Animals"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-1833 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/iStock-618429842-300x200.jpg\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<p>No one (except maybe Ebenezer Scrooge) could argue with the magical splendor, festive revelry, and spirited generosity that seem to be everywhere this time of year. While it\u2019s simply wonderful to participate in the endless social events and family gatherings, sometimes you just need a night in. If curling up under a chenille throw with your best furry friend doesn\u2019t sound reasonable enough, perhaps our list of holiday films featuring animals will entice you. Go on, get comfy!<\/p>\n<h3><b>Beyond the Standards<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holiday movies have that charming<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> je ne sais quoi <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that other films just don\u2019t have. Of course, old standards like <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elf, Home Alone, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Christmas Story<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have their place among all classics. However, our favorite holiday films featuring animals not only elevate the experience of pet ownership but also highlight the power of the human-animal bond.<\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><b>Santa, Santa, Santa!<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying focused on \u201cthe big man,\u201d we think the following choices are great picks for your \u201cpet flix\u201d movie night (or entire weekend):<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt1544572\/\">The Search for Santa Paws<\/a> \u2013 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two children team up with adorable pups and an elf to assist Santa in his time of need.<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt1328875\/\">Santa Buddies<\/a> \u2013 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve seen other films in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buddies<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> franchise, you\u2019ll be charmed once again as the gang helps Father Christmas and Santa Paws during a catastrophic toy-making situation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Truly Heartwarming<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt1356395\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Dog Who Saved Christmas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> tells the story of Zeus, a sweet and trusty yellow Lab who saves his family from two burglars. Sound a bit like <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home Alone<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for dog lovers? Nothing wrong with that!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt1519929\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Dog Named Christmas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a developmentally challenged young man who cares deeply for animals encourages everyone in his family and town to participate in a dog adoption program at the local shelter. Don\u2019t forget to grab a box of tissues for this one!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While not specifically a film about the holidays, there are some touching Christmas scenes in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt1028532\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hachi: A Dog&#8217;s Tale<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Telling the story of a college professor and the strong bond with his adopted Akita, this film has the potential to melt even the hardest of hearts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Light-Hearted and Silly<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for holiday films featuring animals that won\u2019t leave you in a mushy puddle of emotion? Kids \u2013 and those young at heart \u2013 cannot resist <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0084972\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alvin and the Chipmunks: A Chipmunk Christmas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0302596\/?ref_=nv_sr_1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Garfield Christmas<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To be sure, both are dated, but they stand the test of time to hit a spot you didn\u2019t even know you had.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Holiday Films Featuring Animals<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After you\u2019ve seen the aforementioned titles, we have some other ideas. Although not exclusively holiday-themed, the following movies are fun and fascinating to watch:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0420238\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Tale of Despereaux<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt1436562\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rio<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0164912\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stuart Little<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt1860353\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turbo<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0156812\/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My Dog Skip<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0317132\/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of Winn-Dixie<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0218839\/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best in Show<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0822832\/?ref_=nv_sr_2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marley and Me<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0077305\/?ref_=nv_sr_2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Cat from Outer Space<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0059793\/?ref_=nv_sr_1\">That Darn Cat!<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you see one or all the films on our list, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovrs.com\/about-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the team<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at Oakland Veterinary Referral Services hopes you find time to snuggle up with your pet to enjoy the finer moments in life. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Happy holidays!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No one (except maybe Ebenezer Scrooge) could argue with the magical splendor, festive revelry, and spirited generosity that seem to be everywhere this time of year. 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