The 9 Best Hanukkah Pet Pictures on Instagram

Hanukkah is one of the most widely celebrated Jewish holidays, and since it’s primarily observed at home, rather than in synagogue, there’s no reason pets can’t get in on the fun.

Below are nine (one for each candle on the menorah) of our favorite Hanukkah-celebrating cats and dogs — and a few other domesticated animals — of Instagram. Share your photos with us by adding the hashtag: #JewishPets. And be sure to follow @myjewishlearningcom on Instagram.

1. When it’s the cat’s turn to say the Hanukkah blessings.

A post shared by Casey Cohenmeyer (@casey3920) on Dec 28, 2016 at 8:36pm PST

2. This cat clearly knows her gimmel from her nun.

A post shared by Jonathan Lewis (@jonathaninla2017) on Oct 1, 2017 at 12:01pm PDT

3. Patiently waiting for their Hanukkah gifts.

A post shared by Harry and Miner’s Adventures (@harryandminer) on Jan 1, 2017 at 4:28pm PST

4. Hanukkah, meow Hanukkah, come light the menorah.

A post shared by Alexis (@alexiscates17) on Dec 29, 2016 at 6:19pm PST

5. In my window, where you can see the light of my mew-norah…

A post shared by Alissa Roeder (@alissamroe) on Dec 17, 2016 at 11:38am PST

6. When will the latkes be served?

A post shared by Jax Taylor K (@jaxnycdog) on Dec 13, 2015 at 1:58pm PST

7. Off the hamster wheel, onto the Hanukkah table.

A post shared by Hammy (@hammy_hamster20) on Dec 24, 2016 at 4:55pm PST

8. Canine vs. feline dreidel showdown.

A post shared by Marcee Wozadlo (@marceewhoa) on Dec 20, 2016 at 11:29am PST

9. One dog’s December Dilemma?

A post shared by Tuxedo Animal Hospital (@tuxedoanimalhospital) on Dec 8, 2015 at 10:25am PST