Do elf pets leave on Christmas Eve?

We've got the answer below! These fuzzy, friendly pals, the Elf Pets® Reindeer, Saint Bernard and Arctic Fox, are able to live with their families all year! They help Santa complete important Christmas duties such as flying his sleigh around the world, and they need your help!


What do the elf on the shelf pets do?

Santa's Elf Pets® are magical animals that play important roles during the Christmas season! Sent straight from the North Pole, these cuddly pets serve as year-round pals to kids, who can hug, love and play with them. Each holiday season, the Elf Pets® aid Santa with his Christmastime duties.

Is it OK to touch your Elf on Christmas Eve?

The official Elf on the Shelf website details the three rules to follow. The first and most important rule is that you must NOT touch your Elf. If you do, they will lose all their magic - and nobody wants that to happen. When scout elves lose their magic, they can't go about their Christmas duties.


Do the elf pets go back with the Elf?

Yes, just like Elf on the Shelf, Elf pets return to the North Pole in Santa's sleigh. When Santa drops off gift son Christmas Eve night, Elf pets and Elf on the Shelf return to their home.

What happens to Elf Pets after Christmas?

Do Elf Pets® return to the North Pole after Christmas? From family to family, each Elf Pets® can differ, but most live with their families year round. Then, children can continue to hug and play with their Elf Pets® as often as they want for as long as they want.


"Fox Cubs" from the Elf Pets Arctic Fox Animated Special



Do parents actually move the elf on the shelf?

Santa advises that no family member touch their Elf on the Shelf, but he does describe a few rare instances when an adult may use tongs or potholders to help an elf in an urgent situation. Parents: read on to learn about special, few and far between cases where emergency help will be required.

What does Elf do on Christmas Eve?

An Elf for Christmas is just for Christmas. On Christmas Eve you can pack away Elf in his box until next year. Or as you tell the children – Elves need to go back to the North Pole on Christmas Eve to join their friends in sweeping up the leftover wrapping paper and start the toymaking for next year!

Why didn t my Elf move last night?

They have a favorite spot in your home. When your Scout Elf flies back from the North Pole and lands in the same spot, chances are it's their favorite place to sit in your home. Just like you have a favorite spot on the couch, your elf has favorite spots, too! The spot has a great vantage point.


Can a cat touch an Elf on the Shelf?

Elfie and Santa understand that cats and dogs have a mind of their own, so if your pup accidentally decides to play with Elfie, don't worry, just rely on your handy-dandy tongs to separate your pet and the elf. Remember: Humans can't touch, pets can if it's an accident.

Will there be a new elf pet in 2022?

NEW for 2022 Have a full collection of Elf Pets with this fun multipack! It features the original Elf Pets Reindeer, the playful st Bernard, and the icy white arctic fox!

Can Elf Pets lose magic?

If you accidentally touch your elf, they could lose their magic and be unable to fly to the North Pole. Luckily, Santa's thought of everything, so restoring the magic is simple.


Can you give Elf Pets a bath?

Pamper Your Elf Pets. Kids can run their very own Elf Pets® spa! Have them begin by creating a to-do list, such as give a bath, go for a walk, teach a new trick and give out a treat, and tell them to mark each off as they pamper their pet!

Are Elf Pets touchable?

Can you touch Elf Pets? You sure can! Elf Pets are made for cuddles, snuggles and hugs.

How many Elf Pets are there?

The Elf Pets Movie Tri-Pack collection includes all three Elf Pets animated specials — Santa's St. Bernards Save Christmas, A Fox Cub's Christmas Tale, and the all new Santa's Reindeer Rescue — to fill your Christmas season with enduring messages of faith, hope, and love.


Can Elf on the Shelf pets have babies?

To answer the burning question, no, Elf on the Shelf can't have babies.

Should I cut my Elf on the Shelf hands?

Are you supposed to cut the tie between their hands? This is again a personal decision. Some people don't and some people do. The reason you would cut them would be to make your elf easier to position when placing him each night.

Is Santa real or is it your parents?

Santa is real in the sense that he was an actual person. Otherwise known as Saint Nicholas, his story goes all the way back to the 3rd century. He was a monk who was born in 280 A.D. in modern-day Turkey. As an only child, he was given great affection by his parents.


Can you touch your elf with gloves?

There is nothing in legend that would prevent or forbid a person from touching an elf while wearing gloves, other than the elf's willingness to be touched.

Do Elf pets stay all year?

We've got the answer below! These fuzzy, friendly pals, the Elf Pets® Reindeer, Saint Bernard and Arctic Fox, are able to live with their families all year! They help Santa complete important Christmas duties such as flying his sleigh around the world, and they need your help!

Can you hug your Elf goodbye?

Give the Elf a Hug.

While normally this is not ok and the elf will lose his magic, Santa gives special permission on Christmas Eve for the kids to hug their elves good bye.


Does Elf on the Shelf hide on Christmas Eve?

That's why your Elf flies back to the North Pole on the evening of December 24, where they'll stay until Christmas season next year. TL;DR? The Elf on the Shelf leaves on Christmas Eve.

Why is my elf not moving?

Elves need to wait until everyone is asleep before they can move around. If there was too much activity around the house last night, perhaps your elf only had time to get to the North Pole and back, but not enough time to find a new position. Make sure you get to bed early tonight to help them out!

Can parents touch the Elf on the Shelf with gloves?

There is nothing in legend that would prevent or forbid a person from touching an elf while wearing gloves, other than the elf's willingness to be touched.


What to do if your elf doesn t move?

Solution: To make sure the elf has enough magic to leave the next night, gently pick him up with kitchen tongs and place him in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes. This should restore your elf's magic.

Do the elf pets have names?

Did you know that it's up to you to give your Scout Elf and Elf Pets® a name? That's how they get their Christmas magic! Naming your North Pole visitors is an important moment for the entire family. Gather your family and read through these helpful hints to find the perfect name for your North Pole pals!