In our first in a run of articles featuring your four-legged friends in their seasonal finest, it's raining cats and dogs.

From one playing with the naughty elves to others donning Christmas jumpers, they all look like they are loving getting all dressed up and ready for the big event.

As Christmas fast approaches, we're excited to see your pets getting in the festive mood.

These are just a few of our favourite pictures of pets sent in by Daily Echo readers so far.

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WELL Bailey the Westie has made some interesting festive friends this Christmas. Here he is pictured with face mask clad Edgar and Edward and their elf friend Badass.

LOVELY Lola and Letty from Lordswood certainly make a fabulous Father Christmas and an eager elf helper!

JACKAPOO Charlie from Woolston is sporting his Christmas jumper and waiting for Santa to deliver a bone.

WELL that is one snuggly kitty! Southampton cat Ellie likes nothing more than wrapping up in cosy blankets during the winter.

WHAT do you mean I can't climb it?! Vincent from Freemantle sits beside the tree, occasionally tapping the baubles desperate to jump on!