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SEARCH FOR SANTA PAWS, THE (BLU-RAY)

I liked the film, The Search for Santa Paws because it had a lot of Christmas cheer in it. This exciting adventure is about Santa Claus' puppy, called "Paws," getting lost and trying to find Santa Claus again. Paws has basically only lived at the North Pole where it's safe. When he visits New York, Paws finds out that not every place is as safe as home.
The story seemed very real because there were actually people like the orphanage owner that didn't even like Christmas! In some places it even made me shiver with fear, because she was so mean.
My favorite part of the film was when it was Santa's Birthday. His cake had one hundred and sixty four candles. Santa Claus is THAT OLD!
My favorite character in Santa Paws was the head elf and his puppy. They always wore matching outfits and I thought that was really cute.
The music and soundtrack were perfect for a Christmas classical film--it matched up to the emotions I was feeling.
I thought it was pretty cool how realistic the North Pole looked. I can imagine that the North Pole truly looks like that. I like to see different North Pole's in Christmas movies and I thought this was one of the best. The toyshop was just amazing. All the old fashioned toys were so cool. I loved the special effects when the animals talked, I actually believed they were talking.
I recommend this film to kids five and older. I think younger kids might think it's a little bit scary when everybody's toys get thrown in the fire and when the orphanage owner is so strict. But for kids over 5, it's a great film to get your Christmas spirit going. Is Santa Claus still in New York? Will Paws find him? To find out, watch this new Christmas Classic.
Credit: Makai Weber Colvin, Age 9, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic

If you believe that Christmas time is magical, dogs can talk, elves make toys at the North Pole and Santa Claus DOES exist then this is the holiday movie for you. In Search of Santa Paws is an enjoyable family Christmas story where Santa inspires giving, a cute puppy helps kids in foster care, and a family is formed. This is definitely a show for young children who still believe in Santa Claus and talking animals. Since Babe, I have loved the animation that allows us to experience in live action, what our imaginations have told us all along . . . animals talk. This story is also about give at the holiday times. The style is a Robert Vince talking dog film with a Christmas storyline. This has appeal to kids and dog lovers, who feel their dogs talk with them. Similar to Santa Buddies, Art Bud and other Vince films, but with a total Christmas theme of a Santa that inspires kids to give, elves that make toys and making people believe in Christmas spirit. This story is suitable for small children. The villains are very stereotypical, such as the bumbling dog catcher and the humorless foster mother. Although the young orphan, Quinn goes out on the streets, it is always under the watchful eye of the older Wilimena. Mrs. Stout, the foster mother is very strict and a bit scary. The one scene with Quinn in the furnace might be considered scary for very young children. There are positive messages of giving to others at Christmas, which can help children and parents create a more giving atmosphere to the holiday times. Santa is still a kind and giving person, even if he has lost his memory. The Huckles find satisfaction in giving Christmas Joy. Villains are bumbling and street smart dogs are funny. What's not to like? This film is appropriate for the young children and respects their beliefs in the holidays and the goodness of people. The children in foster care provide support to each other in a difficult time. Paws learns to survive on the street with other dogs by helping with his powers. The Huckles take on the challenge of running Hucklebuckle Toy Store for a Christmas season in New York even though they have full lives in Los Angeles. All these are good examples for children to take on challenges and to share with each other. The animation used to express the talking dogs and reindeer is well done. The set for The Hucklebuckle Toy Store truly gives one the feel of an old fashioned toy store. The DVD has an autoplay feature for the kids. This is a 2-Disc Combo Pack, both Blu-ray and DVD. This is a great way to "buy for the future" where your DVD player will be replaced with Blu-ray. Also to take into consideration is that Blu-ray is unscratchable and with young kids, this can be a huge factor. Imagine, playing the disc over and over again with no skipping or stopping. Socially, this film can inspire kids to be more giving at Christmas, but it is also just a fun film for the family. This film might motivate families to explore helping children in foster care. Bottom line: If you believe that Christmas time is magical, dogs can talk, elves make toys at the North Pole and Santa Claus DOES exist then this is the holiday movie for you. This is an enjoyable family Christmas story where Santa inspires giving, a cute puppy helps kids in foster care and a family is formed.

In the movie, when Santa and his new best friend, Paws, discover that the boys and girls of the world have lost the spirit of the season, they take a trip to New York City. But after Santa loses his memory, it's up to Paws, a faithful orphan named Quinn (America's Got Talent's Kaitlyn Maher), her new friend Will (The Game Plan's Madison Pettis) and a wonderful group of magical talking dogs to save St. Nick and show the world what Christmas is really all about. Do you believe in Santa Paws? Experiencing this sure-to-be holiday classic, full of fun, adventure and a carrying the timeless messages of the holidays, with surely delight the entire family!