Charity says it only allows it in "exceptional circumstances"
The ManxSPCA says it's "cautious" about letting people adopt pets as a present over the festive period.
The charity - which cares for lost or abandoned animals - will still be operating during the holidays.
However it's urging people to think really carefully about the realities of owning a pet before gifting one.
Juana Warburton is the general manager:
New vaping laws come into force
From September retailers will have to stop displaying them
Isle of Man TT 2024 gets underway today
Delay to proceedings: Roads now closing at 14:00
Steam Packet passenger numbers up for TT
Visitors arriving on the Manxman for the first year
TT visitors advised 'know your limits'
Message from police as racing festival gets underway
Fines for Douglas duo who acted like 'children in a playground'
32-year-olds admit being drunk and disorderly
Unmarked patrols catch a dozen motorists speeding in one day
Reminder of Island's speed limits throughout TT fortnight
