Did you know that you can take your pet along to get a Santa family photo? There are lots of venues on the Gold Coast this Christmas where you can take your best friend along and create a lovely festive memory to send to family and friends. Whether you have a dog, cat, guinea pig, lizard or a fish, there is someone that caters for them, although we are yet to find a venue that takes horse Christmas photos! Let us know if you find somewhere.
Check the relevant websites for bookings and guidelines. Generally, you need to ensure your pet is under your control on a leash or in a cage. It’s always a good idea to make sure your pet is well fed and watered before you go, and we also suggest that you pop a couple of treats in your pocket just in case.
We have put together a list of venues where you can go for your pet Santa photos Gold Coast. Santa is waiting and can’t wait to meet you all. And if you would like to dress your pet up in a cute Christmas outfit, check out our article on the coolest cat and dog Christmas costumes here.
Westfield pet Santa photos
Westfield Pet Santa photos are one of the most popular places to get Santa photos with pets. Check the website ahead of going for any special considerations.
On the Gold Coast you can find Santa being snapped happily for Santa pet photos at the following Westfield locations:
Westfield Coomera 2023
After a year like no other, we could all use another reason to smile – and a photo with Santa and your furry family member is the perfect opportunity. Online bookings are essential, and sessions book out quickly. Please note, there will be no walk-ins available (no matter how persuasive those puppy eyes may be). Make sure you book in for your pet family photos with the whole family!
When: 20 November – 12 December
Cost: See website for cost details
You can find the details of getting your Christmas dog pictures at Westfield Coomera here.
Westfield Helensvale 2023
Create a gorgeous family Christmas dog Santa photos with your favourite furry friend at Westfield Helensvale. Online bookings are required, and sessions book out quickly. Please note, there will be no walk-ins available (no matter how persuasive those puppy eyes may be).
When: 20 November – 17 December
Cost: See website for cost details
You can get the details of getting your pet pictures with Santa at Westfield Helensvale here.
Stockland Burleigh Heads pet Santa photos 2023
Burleigh Stockland’s has the option for your family, friends and even your pets to go take a photo with Santa this year. All bookings are essential for photo sessions, Paws and Claus and Sensitive Santa. Santa will be around with his sleigh until Christmas Eve but online bookings are essential.
When: 3 – 17 December
Cost: See website for cost details
You can get the details of getting your dog Santa photos at Stockland Burleigh Heads here.
Pacific Fair Shopping Centre pet Santa photos 2023
Enjoy a special visit to Santa this year in his sparkly pavilion, where all that glitters is gold! Let’s admit it, our pets are part of the family. Get into the Christmas spirit, dress up your fur-babies in a festive outfit for their very own family paw-trait with Santa in his Golden Palace! Bookings are essential.
When: 11 November – 6 December
Cost: See website for cost details
Sanctuary Cove Pet Santa photos 2023
Capture the magic of Christmas with Santa at Sanctuary Cove. Bring the family and your furry friends along to create that special memory to last for years to come.
When: 9 & 10 December
Cost: See website for cost details
You can book for pet Santa photos at Sanctuary Cove here.
Robina Town Centre pet Santa photos 2023
Who says your furry friends have to miss out on meeting Santa for a photo?
This year Santa has taken a few language courses to decipher the woofs, meows and squeaks from the family pet. He will know exactly what they are wishing for this Christmas, whether it be an extra juicy bone, a new toy, or a year’s supply of catnip. Book a pet photography session on The Promenade.
When: 11 November – 4 December
Cost: See website for cost details
Find out more about the Robina Town Centre Pet Santa photos here.
Santa photos with pets 2023
So there you have it! We have rounded up the venues for you, now it is up to you to choose your matching outfits, shampoo and brush your pets and get smiling. We hope all goes to plan!
If you are a cat lover looking for Christmas gifts or a dog lover looking for Christmas gifts, we have that covered too! Check it out on the links!
Best of luck and Merry Christmas!
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