One of the many joyous occasions for kids at Christmas is going to Santa's grotto. Not only do they get to meet the main man, they will more than likely receive a small present for the visit too. 

Well, the good people at the Chill Factore in Manchester decided that it shouldn't be just humans that get to enjoy this experience, it can be animals too. 

A large number of dogs (and a few cats) paid a visit to Chill Factore, an indoor skiing and snowboarding venue, to check out its new festive grotto for pets!

And not only that, a few lucky dogs even got the chance to meet Santa Paws, Santa's doggy helper (who we have already fallen in love with).

Most of the pups dressed up for the day in very cute pet sweaters and they also received delicious doggy festive treats: