The holiday season is the perfect time to take some family photos. Whether you're bringing your kids to the mall to sit on Santa's lap to take a memorable photo, or snapping candids at a holiday party, it's a memory making and picture taking time of year. We think pets should be included in this acitivity too, and based on the number of photos that show up when you search the #christmascat or #christmasdog hashtag on Instagram, all the pet parents out there seem to agree as well. While many pets don't have the patience to pose for their close-ups (let alone dressed up in festive gear), some seem to really thrive in the social media spotlight. Here are some of our favourites! 

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Image via @nikoandpoko on Instagram

Image via @love.christmaz on Instagram

Image via @dachshund_nola on Instagram

Image via @itsdougthepug on Instagram

Image via @itsdougthepug on Instagram

Image via @itsdougthepug on Instagram

Image via @lizzie.bear on Instagram

Image via @sophie_the_model on Instagram

Image via @bonjourchaton_luna on Instagram

Image via @maajiswimwear on Instagram

Image via @snoozie84 on Instagram

Image via @mauithegoldenretriever on Instagram

Image via @itsdougthepug on Instagram

Image via @cheeseandolive on Instagram

Image via @bestbullysticks on Instagram

Image via @peachesthesphynx on Instagram

Image via @yayoi89 on Instagram