‘Tis the season for wagging tails and jingly collars! 🎄🐾 If you’re in the Atlanta area and want to make this holiday extra special for your pup, we’ve rounded up some festive, dog-friendly spots where your four-legged friend can meet Santa—and you can snag the perfect holiday photo for your cards, socials, or keepsakes.
Full disclosure, I haven't seen a Santa who looks like this either, but a girl can dream can't she? AI is a trip, isn't it?
Anyway, from urban strolls to cozy market vibes, these local Atlanta events bring holiday cheer to both humans and their canine companions. So dust off a festive bandana, bowtie, or collar from your closet (we know just the ones 😉) and get your pup camera-ready!
Santa Paws & Pet Photo Events in Atlanta
Event |
Location |
Dates & Details |
Pet Photos with Santa |
Bellyard Hotel, 1 Interlock Ave NW.Atlanta GA 30318 |
December 6, 11 am - 3 pm, All proceeds benefit PAWS Atlanta! Also a pet food and supply drive. Get in there! |
Stud Santa Sleigh Photoshoots |
Location depends on date of event. EitherJazzy Paws or Fulton Animal Services. |
December 6, Family and Fur Baby Portraits. December 10th, Shelter Pup Portraits ( Go help.Those babies get adopted the!) |
Santa Paws at The Battery Atlanta |
The Battery Atlanta, 800 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30339 |
Dec 11, from 4 pm - 8 pm — FREE, bring your own camera. Get more info! |
Pet Pics with Santa at Christkindl Market |
Buckhead Village District / Christkindl Market, Atlanta, GA |
Wednesday - Sunday, now through Christmas Eve. Pet photos for a small session fee of $25, YOU TAKE YOUR OWN PHOTOS. Get the details! |
Pet Photos with Santa |
Greenbriar Mall 2841 Greenbriar Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30331 |
December 8 and 15, 11 am - 7 pm. Several packages available. Reserve your space today! |
Santa Paws, Cobb County Government |
Cobb County Water Lab Training Room662 South Cobb DriveMarietta, GA 30060 |
Saturday, December 13. 10 am - 1 pm. Have your dog's picture taken with Santa. Check availability and make your appointment! |
Petco Pet Photos with Santa |
Atlanta Area Petcos |
December 6, from 2 pm - 4 pm, FREE photos with Santa, bring your own camera. Pick your best location! |
Petsmart Photos with Santa |
Atlanta Area Petsmarts |
December 13-14, from 2 pm - 5pm. Make an advance appointment and make sure your pet’s got their best holiday gear on! |
📸 Tips for a Perfect Pup Photo
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Dress your dog for the occasion. A holiday bandana, bowtie, or festive collar instantly upgrades the vibe. Black Barks can outfit your girl or boy!
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Bring your own camera or phone — and maybe a helper. Most events are DIY (you take your own photos), so having someone to help wrangle treats, toys, or your pup helps.
- Which leads to the next tip - bring a treat or favorite toy. It helps get your pup’s attention — and maybe a tail wag or two!
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Go early (or during less busy hours). Pet-Santa events tend to be popular — arriving early helps avoid long lines and stress for your pup.
If you snap an adorable Santa-pup photo, we’d love to see it! Tag us @BlackBarkspet on FB or IG — we might feature your pup on our socials or blog. Happy holiday photo-hunting and Merry Wags to you and yours! 🐶🎁