‘Tis the season. It’s my favorite time of year. I love all things Christmas. A housed filled with the smell of gingerbread cookies. The twinkle of the lights that blink in the night sky. The hustle at the mall as everyone scurries to shop. The magic of the man in the red suit with his rosy red cheeks. Most of all, the reason for the season…Jesus!

It’s also the season of love. Every movie, song, or commercial is a reminder to love your boyfriend. But what about us single ladies. Well friends, I am here to tell you that a furry friend just might be a better choice.

1. UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER CONTEST
First off, your furry friend already has a sweater. Just add a few accessories and you’re good to go. Plus, they will wear whatever you get them. No arguing, and they will be happy to attend all the parties you are invited to.

2. GIFT GIVING
Shopping for the perfect gift is like looking for a needle in a hay stack. What do you buy the guy you just started dating or the guy who has everything? How much do you spend? How much is he spending on me? It’s exhausting! Buying for a furry friend…YOU WIN!! You know exactly what they like. Your gift definitely cost more than what they got you.

3. CHRISTMAS PARTIES
We all know how hard it is to get our man to attend all the Christmas parties. A furry friend will gladly go. They already follow you around the house and miss you all day while you are gone. They are more than happy to leave the house with you for a few hours. You have a true friend to hold your drink with no worries of them taking a sip. And if you have too much to drink, they won’t mind. They will even lay with you in the bathroom floor while you hug the toilet.

4. LAZY CUDDLES
Us ladies like to cuddle, but guys can only handle it for so long. A furry friend is always ready to be by your side. They will never “say no.” Actually, they prefer it, the more the better. They won’t even complain about all the Hallmark movies.

5. LEFTOVERS
When there’s two, you have to share. Lucky for you…a furry friend is most likely allergic to the goodies you brought home. The cheesy potatoes, green bean casserole, and chocolate pie is all yours. No sharing for you, and better yet…no one to judge just how much pie you actually ate.

To all my single ladies out there…don’t fret. Christmas is all about you this year. A furry friend will always yes and they have a judgement free zone. For those that are coupled up…sorry! This may be your last year together. Ha! Just kidding, but seriously…his best-friend is better than a boyfriend!

NO FURRY FRIENDS WERE INJURED IN THE TAKING OF PICTURES. CAN’T SAY THE SAME FOR MY PHONE – IT MAY OR MAY NOT HAVE DROPPED IN THE TOILET!