About Elf Pets
The Elf Pets® are heartwarming companions from The Elf on the Shelf® Santaverse, sent straight from the North Pole to help spread festive cheer. With three cuddly characters to choose from a Reindeer, an Arctic Fox and a Saint Bernard, each Elf Pet comes with a beautifully illustrated storybook that explains their magical mission from Father Christmas.
Designed to be hugged and cherished, Elf Pets are perfect for younger children who want a snuggly friend to share in the festive countdown. They’ve even starred in enchanting animated stories, making them a delightful way to bring more North Pole magic into your home.
Learn about each of the Elf Pets
Elf Pets® Reindeer
These magical reindeer help Santa’s sleigh take flight by gathering children’s love, belief and festive wishes. Their enchanting storybook and heartwarming Christmas special reveal how they play a vital part in keeping Christmas joy alive and the sleigh soaring through the sky.
Elf Pets® Arctic Fox
These brave arctic foxes help guide Father Christmas’ sleigh by sparking the Northern Lights and pausing time with a swish of their tails. Their touching tale shows how children’s hope, belief and kindness power the Christmas spirit and help light the way for Santa’s journey.
Elf Pets® Saint Bernard
These cheerful Saint Bernards carry barrels filled with kindness, delivering it back to the North Pole to keep Santa’s mission strong. Their special story shares how they help Scout Elves spread cheer and ensure the spirit of Christmas stays bright in every home.
How do Elf Pets
Help The Elf on the Shelf
and Santa Claus?
Each Elf Pet® plays a special part in supporting Santa’s mission. The Reindeer collects children’s love to grow full-size and help power Santa’s sleigh. With just a spark of belief, the Arctic Fox lights the Northern Lights to guide Santa’s Christmas journey.
And with a bit of faith, the Saint Bernard carries kindness back to the North Pole to keep its magic strong. While these cuddly friends may join The Elf on the Shelf® for a bit of fun, Elf Pets are made for snuggles, not hiding. Together, they help make sure the spirit of Christmas shines brighter than ever.
How to Enjoy the Elf Pets
in 3 simple steps
Step 1
Understand Their Magical Mission
Read the storybook that comes with your Elf Pet to learn about their unique role in helping Santa.
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Step 2
Give Them a Name
Name your Elf Pet and register them online for an official North Pole adoption.
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Step 3
Snuggle and Share
Cozy up with your Elf Pet then share your fun on social media, and for extra fun, try silly scenes where The Elf on the Shelf teams up with your Elf Pet—like using the Reindeer to ‘fly’ across a room.
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