Shelby: The Dog Who Saved Christmas

This isn't just a Christmas miracle... It's Christmas magic! In this heart-warming family tale, rescue dog Shelby manages to escape the dog pound on Christmas Eve and runs straight into the arms of little Jake (John Paul Ruttan, Robocop). Immediately the two are inseparable! Jake wants to be a magician and Shelby soon becomes the best friend and magical assistant he's always wanted... The only thing standing between them and a perfect Christmas is the notorious local dogcatcher - he has Shelby in his sights and he's not going to stop until he finds him! Can Shelby and Jake conjure up a little Christmas magic to save the day?

Cast

Rob Schneider

as Shelby (Voice)

Tom Arnold

as Doug the Dog Catcher

John Paul Ruttan

as Jake Parker

Chevy Chase

as Grandpa Geoffrey

Jefferson Brown

as Edward Parker

Jennifer Gibson

as Rich Divorcee

Riley Blue Roberts

as Spoiled Kid

Natalie Lisinska

as Lilly Parker

Will Jester

as Brent Parker

Aj Bridel

as Chloe

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