““Naughty or Nice? A Doodle’s Holiday Report Card 🎅””

Are doodles on Santa’s list… or are they running from it?

Right about now, every parent, every child, and every doodle owner starts wondering the same thing…

Are we on the nice list?

And then you look over at your doodle — who has been angelic for ten straight minutes — and you think, “Yes. Definitely nice.”

Until you hear a mysterious crunch in the other room.

So today, let’s settle it once and for all: Are doodles naughty or nice?

The answer is… both. And that’s what makes them perfect.

The Case for “Nice”

Doodles are some of the most loving, emotionally tuned-in dogs on the planet. They don’t just live in your home — they live in your heart.

They follow you from room to room like a tiny, fluffy shadow because their favorite place is wherever you are. They sense when you’ve had a hard day. They celebrate the moment you walk in the door like you just returned from war. They’re gentle with kids, loyal to their people, and somehow always know exactly who needs a snuggle most.

If “nice” means:
•   Loving hard
•   Staying close
•   Making people smile
•   Turning an ordinary day into a better one

Then yes… doodles belong on the nice list. No question.

The Case for “Naughty”

Now let’s talk about the part doodle owners don’t even try to deny.

Doodles are curious. Clever. Bold. And sometimes… just a little too confident.

They can go from “sweet holiday angel” to “chaos with a bow on” in under five seconds.

A doodle’s naughty résumé might include:
•   Stealing wrapping paper like it’s a competitive sport
•   Sneaking ornaments because “they were glittery and called to me”
•   Acting innocent while sitting directly next to the evidence
•   Hearing a snack wrapper open from across the house (even if you opened it silently)
•   Testing limits just to see if the rules still apply in December

And let’s be honest — some doodles don’t break rules…

They simply negotiate them.

The Naughty-or-Nice Truth

Here’s what I’ve decided after raising and loving more doodles than I can count:

Doodles aren’t naughty or nice.

They’re joyful.

They’re the kind of dog that brings big personality into a home — the kind of dog that makes people laugh, makes kids feel safe, makes families feel more connected, and somehow makes Christmas feel even more like Christmas.

They’ll “help” you wrap gifts.
They’ll try to unwrap them too.
They’ll pose by the tree like a little real-life teddy bear.
They’ll also try to taste test the ribbon if you look away.

But every bit of it is part of the magic.

A Friendly Reminder From Santa (and Me) 🎄

While we’re on the topic of naughty doodle habits… just a little holiday safety reminder:

If your doodle is the curious type (and most are), keep these things out of reach:
•   Wrapping paper, ribbon, bows
•   Ornaments that can break
•   Candy (especially chocolate)
•   And yes… candy canes — they can be a choking hazard and upset stomachs, and sugar-free versions may contain xylitol which is dangerous for dogs.

Now I Want to Hear From You…

So tell me the truth…

Is your doodle on the naughty list… or the nice list?

And if you’ve taken a Santa picture, a Christmas portrait, or a cozy family photo by the tree — please tag us and share it with us. I’m already getting Christmas cards and photos, and they bring me so much joy. I love seeing our “real-life teddy bears” all grown up, loved on, and living their very best lives in your homes.

From our doodle family to yours — Merry Christmas.
May your home be filled with laughter, love, and just the right amount of doodle mischief. 🎅🐾✨