# Festive Pet Photo-Op Initiatives PetSmart is Taking Complimentary Holiday Portraits of Pets By Kalin Ned | Published 2025-11-25 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-portraits-of-pets References: [petsmartcorporate](https://www.petsmartcorporate.com/press_releases/petsmarts-free-pet-photos-with-santa-return-nationwide/)  [PetSmart](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-party) will once again host its complimentary holiday portraits for pets event at all of its retail locations across the United States. The activation will take place on December 13th and 14th. Participants in PetSmart's holiday portraits for pets event will obtain a no-cost digital or printed image of their pet against a themed background and posed alongside a store employee portraying Santa Claus. The company underscores that the activity is designed for a wide variety of companion animals, including dogs, cats, and other small pets, provided they adhere to the store's standard animal admission guidelines. Individuals interested in participating in this festive activity can register for a specific time through the PetSmart website. To assist owners in preparing their pets for the occasion, the company is promoting its in-store [holiday merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petco-merry-makings-holiday-collection). Image Credit: PetSmart ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 56% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Retail](https://www.trendhunter.com/retail) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Pet-centric Festive Photography:** Festive photography focused on pets allows brands to engage pet owners by providing personalized, themed experiences. - **Interactive In-store Experiences:** Creating engaging in-store experiences draws customers in for services and products, enhancing the retail experience. - **Digital-physical Integration in Retail:** Blending digital registration with in-store events captures a seamless customer journey from online to offline. ### Where This Applies - **Pet Retail:** Pet retail benefits from offering unique experiences that increase foot traffic and customer loyalty. - **Photography Services:** Photography services can innovate by offering niche and themed events that cater to specific customer interests. - **Holiday Merchandise:** Holiday merchandise finds an effective marketing platform in events that enhance product visibility and customer engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personalized Pet-Inspired Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bark-jacobs.md) - [AI Pet Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drawmypet.md) - [Holiday-Centric Pet Outfits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsmart-2.md) - [Inclusive Pet Promotion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purina-days.md) - [Festively Themed Pet Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pooch-mutt-2025-christmas-range.md) - [Halloween-Themed Pet Product Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsmart-thrills-chills.md) - [Festive Pet Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-for-the-pawlidays.md) - [Canine-Friendly Sporting Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caninefriendly-sporting-events.md) - [Large-Scale Adoption Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/best-adoption-event-ever.md)