Once Halloween is over, the countdown to Christmas begins. With Christmas markets, tree lightings, and Santa pictures filling our calendars, we are perpetually being catapulted toward the day when Big Red comes down the chimney and fills our stockings to the brim.
For pups, the holiday joy might not be so in your face. Sure, they see us getting the decorations out while getting holly and jolly. Heck, they may even get a fancy Christmas sweater or their very own set of pajamas for this year’s Christmas picture. However, the best way to count down the season with someone who marks time by whether or not a meal is coming their way is a festive Advent calendar. This year, Trader Joe’s knocks it out of the ballpark yet again with treats that will help your favorite fluff ball mark the days until they get to raid their stocking.
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Advent Calendar for Dogs, $7.99 at Trader Joe’s
The countdown is on to get your hands on the TJ’s product of the season. And no, we aren’t talking about Trader Joe’s latest viral snacks. This is far more fabulous than the grocer’s latest and greatest seasonal find, even though those are pretty great too. Trader Joe’s star of the season doesn’t skimp either.
The Advent Calendar for Dogs is a full 24 days of festive joy with a high-quality, freeze-dried chicken treat that gives your pup something to look forward to every day of December, from the first all the way through the 24th. It’s like they get to experience a little bit of Christmas every single day.
I can’t think of anything better than receiving a special treat daily, just because. Additionally, the single-ingredient treat is high in protein and low in calories, making it suitable for all pups, regardless of their dietary needs. Well, unless they are allergic to chicken. But for those who can stomach the bird, it’s a great option. Plus, it’s the perfect way to include your favorite fluffball in the festive cheer, and at its famously low price of $7.99, it’s a total steal.
Don’t sleep on this one, though. These calendars will vanish faster than a dropped piece of bacon, and once they are gone, we won’t see them again until Christmas 2026. Check your local Trader Joe’s for availability.
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This story was originally reported by Parade Pets on Nov 9, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.