Pet-friendly festive events in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Christmas dinners, adoption days and doggy staycations are on the cards

Hotels such as W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island and JA Hatta Fort offer dog-friendly staycations. Photo: Jakob Owens / Unsplash

During the holiday season, pets deserve to be part of the celebration.

W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island and Pet Pavilion, also in the capital, will be hosting events for four-legged companions.

Meanwhile, My Second Home in Dubai is offering festival meals that come with complimentary meals for pets, while booking a stay at the animal-friendly JA Hatta Fort comes with free freeze-dried treats courtesy of Furchild.

Here's what other pet-friendly events are running.

Festive Tails at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island

When: December 23, 5pm to 7pm

W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island is hosting an event called Festive Tails in its Palm Garden, where everyone including furry friends is invited. There will be seasonal treats, pet-friendly activities and the chance to bring home a new family member as the hotel will collaborate with local dog and cat rescue shelters for an adoption day. Entry to the event is free.

Paws & Presents at Pet Pavilion, Abu Dhabi

When: December 25, 5pm to 7pm

Dogs and their owners can head to Pet Pavilion in Mussafah for a Christmas Day celebration that includes activities as well as a special treat and gift package for four-legged companions. “Barkmas” activities include Jolly Ball Pit Playtime, Jingle Fetch All the Way and Santa’s Tail Waggin’ Agility. There is also a pet-parent gift exchange. Entry is Dh150.

Festive feast with My Second Home, Dubai

Pet resort and spa My Second Home in Dubai has teamed up with Harness Foods to offer a full traditional festive dinner for pets and their owners. Prices are Dh195 per person and it comes with a free meal for pets. Meals can be ordered through email [e-mail] or by calling 04 881 8002.

Furchild and JA Hatta Fort, Dubai

The raw and organic pet food company and pet-friendly hotel have teamed up for a holiday collaboration. Those who book a staycation in a dog-friendly Deluxe Mountain View room will receive complimentary Furchild freeze-dried treats for their companions. There will also be an in-room Furchild Dog Treats menu.