‘If my dog can’t come, why am I even going?': 23 extra dog sitter memes for dog parents out-of-town for the Holidays

Elna McHilderson • Managing Editor

Nov 21, 2025 6:00 AM EST

Nothing is worst for a pet parent when you can't bring them with you wherever you go. Like, if my dog can't come, why am I even going? That happens to many during the holidays. And with Thanksgiving quickly approaching, many pet parents have to make the difficult decision of taking their dog with them or not. There are many reasons why you don't bring your dog: The travel is too expensive with your dog, the place you are staying at does not allow dogs, family members have a reactive dog or are allergic to dogs, travel stresses your dog out, the excuses are endless. But it doesn't matter how right your decision was to hire a sitter or leave them with a friend, you still miss them more than anything. It's not fair! Why does cousin Meryl get to bring her chaotic kids and I can't bring my well-behaved dog? At least my dog wouldn't finger paint on the expensive wall paper…

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But, alas, you have to do what is best and sometimes that means leaving your beloved canine companion with a sitter for a few days. Don't worry, they will be so excited to see you when you return! Until then, let these doggo memes keep you company.
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