🐾 Pets & the Holidays
What holiday treat is toxic to dogs?
Chocolate
In Home Alone, what city is Kevin’s family traveling to for vacation?
Paris
In Australia, Christmas occurs during which season?
Summer
How many times is the word “Christmas” said in “Jingle Bells”?
Zero!
“Feliz Navidad” is sung in which two languages?
Spanish and English
Which popular holiday plant is especially toxic to cats?
Lilies (Poinsettia is mildly toxic, but lilies are the dangerous one) you get the point if you say either!
In The Santa Clause, what happens when Scott Calvin puts on Santa’s suit?
He becomes Santa
In Japan, what fast-food restaurant is popular on Christmas Day?
KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken)
How many reindeer pull Santa’s sleigh (including Rudolph)?
9
What song begins with “You better watch out, you better not cry”?
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
What holiday activity often increases lost-pet incidents?
Fireworks / large gatherings
What 1947 classic movie features George Bailey learning the value of his life?
It’s a Wonderful Life
Which country celebrates the Feast of the Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve?
Italy
How many pounds does the average turkey weigh at Thanksgiving in the U.S.?
15 pounds
“Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” was sung by which teen idol in 1958?
Brenda Lee
What holiday décor scent (often used in potpourri) can be toxic to pets?
Essential oils
In Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, what hotel does Kevin stay in?
The Plaza Hotel
What country celebrates Christmas with a giant radish festival?
Mexico, specifically in Oaxaca City, with the unique event known as Noche de Rábanos (Night of the Radishes)
How many gifts are given in total in The 12 Days of Christmas song?
364 gifts
In “Silver Bells”, what are “city sidewalks” described as being?
"busy sidewalks" and "dressed in holiday style"
What sweetener used in holiday baking is extremely toxic to dogs?
Xylitol
In Miracle on 34th Street (1947), what store hires Kris Kringle to be Santa?
Macy’s
In Norway, what do people traditionally hide to avoid bad luck during Christmas?
Brooms
How many Thanksgiving turkeys are cooked in the U.S. annually?
46 million
What year was “All I Want for Christmas Is You” by Mariah Carey released?
1994