December Unboxing Ritual: Holiday Magic Just For You

I broke the Dog Mom Lifestyles mold just a little bit this holiday season.. Each box was slightly different, personalized just for you! Although each box is rooted in the holiday spirit: cozy, thoughtful, joyful, and full of love. I wanted opening this month’s box to feel like a little moment just for you—something that made you smile, pause, and maybe even say, “Okay… this is special!” So, instead of a ritual discussing each perfect product, I’m sharing the warmth of the season. 

At the center of this month are our holiday tees, festive, and made for real dog mom life. It’s the kind of shirt I reach for again and again during the season, whether I’m out running errands, heading to a friendly get-together, or lounging at home with my dog curled up beside me. I also featured a few cozy sweatshirts this season because warmth matters in December, especially when winter walks and chilly nights become part of the rhythm. Follow the links in the images we’ve included here to see each one in all their holiday glory.

But more than the items themselves, this month was about how the box made you feel.

The holidays can be joyful, busy, tender, and emotional all at once. Through it all, our dogs are steady. They don’t care if the decorations are perfect or if the plans change. They just want us. This box was created as a small reminder of that beautiful simplicity. It's my invitation to you to slow down, breathe, and soak in the moments that really matter with your pup.

Giving back is always at the heart of Dog Mom Lifestyles, and this year that impact truly added up. Thanks to you, twelve different rescue organizations were supported throughout 2025. Twelve opportunities to help dogs find safety, healing, and love. Every box purchased played a part in that story, and I hope you feel proud knowing that your subscription, or your future subscription, reached far beyond your own front door.

This year was also deeply personal for me. Losing my dog Doba earlier this year was one of the hardest things I’ve ever walked through. And yet, curating this very special box -- connecting with you, providing special treats for your own doggos, and supporting dogs in need -- gave me both healing and purpose. Choosing joy, generosity, and creativity felt like the most honest way to honor my sweet Doba.

As we close out the year and look ahead to 2026, I want you to know how grateful I am for you. Your messages, your stories, your photos, and your kind words mean more than I can ever fully express. If you feel called to share a testimonial or reflect on what this year has meant to you, I would absolutely love you to follow Dog My Lifestyles on social media, and share your thoughts. Your voice helps shape this space.

And if you’re still thinking about a meaningful gift to give another dog mom you adore, a gift card with a subscription is a heartfelt way to share this experience. It's simple, joyful, and filled with purpose, supporting small businesses, dog rescues, and a community built on love.

As the holidays unfold and a brand-new year begins, I hope you and your pup find laughter, comfort, and plenty of tail wags along the way. Thank you for being here, for trusting me, and for showing up with so much heart. This community is what makes Dog Mom Lifestyles what it is—and truly, you are my greatest gift.