Turns out, the family is split over a hot-button issue: should thedogscome to Christmas dinner?

Two excitable puppies and a rescuedogwere apparently gearing up for their big holiday debut, without even an RSVP!

So, what does a gracious host do when suddenly faced with the prospect of a four-legged invasion?

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Sounds reasonable, right?

A serving of Christmas drama, anyone?

Heres the million-dollar question: when did bringing dogs to everything become the norm?

Three dogs sitting on grass in a park during autumn.

Dogs, especially puppies in their zoomie phase, can create chaos in an environment that isnt dog-proofed.

Add small children into the mix, and its a recipe for disaster.

For dogs that are fearful or aggressive, avoiding introductions altogether might be the best approach.

Family discussion text about hosting Christmas without three uninvited dogs.

Instead, ensure they are set up in a calm, secure space.

Additionally, holiday food can pose health risks, as dogs might ingest something harmful or overly rich.

Monitoring them via camera and starting with brief absences can help ensure they feel comfortable and safe.

Text discussing family Christmas party issues with uninvited dogs.

Using barriers like baby gates to separate dogs and children can help ensure a safe environment for everyone.

Plus, shes not really friendly with germs either.

Check out the results:

Dog resting in a crate during a family Christmas gathering.

Text message about uninvited dogs at family Christmas party.

Text message declining uninvited dogs' presence due to space and young children, affecting a family Christmas gathering.

Dog lying on a couch near a decorated Christmas tree.

Text message exchange about “germ ocd” and discussing shared decision-making in a house during a family Christmas event.

Text exchange discussing space concerns for hosting a Christmas gathering with three uninvited dogs.

Text about questioning if it’s normal for dogs to attend all events. Refers to wanting a dog-free Christmas gathering.

Family holding hands around a Christmas dinner table, decorated with festive greenery and candles.

Text exchange discussing hosting duties and bringing snacks.

Text conversation discussing hosting a dog-friendly Christmas party, with space concerns for three new dogs.

Text exchange discussing assumptions about leaving dogs unsupervised during a family Christmas gathering.

Text exchange about two dogs and Christmas, mentioning a large dog nicknamed the pit pony, related to uninvited dogs.

Comment about bringing dogs to someone’s house, highlighting the challenges of leaving puppies at home.

Comment on entitled attitude of bringing dogs everywhere during a family Christmas event.

Text conversation about refusing uninvited dogs at a family Christmas gathering, emphasizing personal boundaries.

Text comment discussing discomfort over uninvited dogs at a family Christmas party.

Text snippet from a conversation discussing family Christmas and pets.

Text highlights a comment on bringing pets unannounced to someone’s home, mentioning cats, goldfish, and budgies, questioning why dogs are special.

Text discussing uninvited dogs at a family Christmas gathering, questioning assumptions about dog hospitality.