The well-behaved pooches put on their best toothy grins for their festive snap with the jolly man from the North Pole.

It was part of the action at Stockland Shellharbour for the launch of Paws and Claus, an opportunity for pet lovers to have their furry friends photographed with Santa.

The man in red will be back at Stockland for more doggy photos on December 6 and 7.

Bookings are essential through customer care on 4296 8266.

Did you get a photo of your pet with Santa? Email it to cos@illawarramercury.com.au for inclusion in our online gallery.