Khloé Kardashian Shares Cozy Holidays And Shuts Down Rumors

Khloé Kardashian’s holiday season this year unfolded as a tapestry of warmth, family, and subtle surprises, offering fans a rare glimpse into her private world. From cozy kitchen moments to polished party appearances, and a flurry of speculation surrounding her relationship status, the reality star managed to keep her audience both charmed and guessing.

On December 25, 2025, Khloé delighted her children, True (7) and Tatum (3), with a Christmas morning surprise: a black Labrador puppy named Peppermint. The heartwarming reveal, shared on Instagram, showed the puppy nestled in a red box with a matching bow and a collar spelling out her name. According to HELLO!, Khloé’s caption read, “I am going to cry, she’s the best in the world,” reflecting the deep emotional resonance of the moment.

This wasn’t just any puppy for Khloé. The arrival of Peppermint carried a poignant echo of the past. Years earlier, she’d lost her beloved black Labrador, Gabbana, at the age of fourteen. Gabbana, whom Khloé once described as her “first child,” had filled a significant role in her life. In a heartfelt tribute after Gabbana’s passing in 2018, Khloé wrote, “She was more than a pet. She was my first child, my companion and my friend… She filled a significant role in my life and I’m forever grateful. I love you Goober!! I’ll remember you always!” The addition of Peppermint, then, was not just a gift to her children, but a nod to cherished memories and a testament to the enduring role of pets in the Kardashian family’s story.

The Kardashian-Jenner clan’s affection for animals was on full display this Christmas. Kim Kardashian, not to be outdone, gifted her own four children—North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm—a Pomeranian puppy each, as reported by HELLO!. Kim shared a photo of the quartet of puppies, noting, “Each kid got a puppy.” The family’s love for dogs has long been public, with Kylie Jenner also recently mourning the loss of her Italian Greyhound, Norman, emphasizing how deeply these animals are woven into their lives.

Beyond the four-legged festivities, Khloé’s approach to the holidays this year struck a notably different tone. According to coverage by Star and HELLO!, she opted for intimate, lived-in moments over spectacle. Social media posts showed Khloé and her daughter True baking cookies together, their kitchen counters dusted with flour and their aprons tied tight. The photos radiated a sense of calm and togetherness, focusing on family traditions rather than celebrity grandeur. Fans responded enthusiastically to this quieter, more relatable side of Khloé, with many remarking on how authentic and grounded the scenes felt.

Yet, the season wasn’t without a dash of glamour. On December 28, Khloé stepped out for a holiday party in an elegant strapless gown that blended classic design with modern flair. The fitted silhouette, adorned with a beaded bodice and a sleek skirt with a long train, showcased her signature style—polished, confident, but never overdone. As HELLO! noted, the look was memorable for its understated sophistication, a reminder that Khloé’s fashion impact often lies in her ability to balance structure and softness.

But where the Kardashians go, speculation follows. This year, the rumor mill churned especially fast after eagle-eyed fans spotted Tristan Thompson’s name on a gingerbread house decorated for the family’s Christmas celebrations. The house, posted to Instagram by Atiana de La Hoya (Kourtney Kardashian’s stepdaughter), included the names of the blended Kardashian family. Notably, Tristan’s name was present, while other ex-partners—Scott Disick, Travis Scott, Kanye West, and Caitlyn Jenner—were omitted. This detail, reported by Daily Mail and Star, sparked renewed whispers about a possible reconciliation between Khloé and Tristan.

Khloé, however, was quick to set the record straight. Speaking on her podcast, Khloe In Wonderland, she addressed the rumors head-on: “Tristan and I, we have a good co-parenting relationship,” she explained. “I think what I find so funny is that people are always like, ‘How do you let Tristan back in?’ And I’m like, ‘Well, Tristan’s not back in.’ He’s just the father of my kids, so he’s going to be around his kids and I’m really grateful that he is.” She went on to emphasize, “I love that he has a great relationship with his kids. I think that’s a beautiful blessing and I’m never going to get in the way of that. I think it’s so important for that relationship to maintain and be as strong as possible.”

Khloé’s candor comes after years of a rocky relationship with Thompson, marked by public breakups and cheating scandals. The pair dated on and off between 2016 and 2021, with their relationship repeatedly tested by allegations of infidelity. The most publicized incident occurred in late 2021, when court documents revealed Thompson had fathered a child with fitness trainer Maralee Nichols. Khloé’s emotional response was captured on The Kardashians, where she described feeling “humiliated” and “disgusted” by yet another betrayal. “It’s a joke, it’s gross, it’s a joke, it’s embarrassing, it’s disgusting, we’re all over it. I’m like, I didn’t buy tickets to this circus but somehow I’m watching all these clowns act out in front of me,” she said in a memorable episode, as reported by Daily Mail.

Despite the painful history, Khloé has remained steadfast in her commitment to co-parenting. True and Tatum, their two young children, are the center of this new dynamic. As Khloé put it, “He’s just the father of my kids, so he’s going to be around his kids and I’m really grateful that he is.” The message is clear: while the romantic chapter with Tristan may be closed, the door to a healthy co-parenting relationship remains wide open.

As the Kardashian family’s holiday season draws to a close, Khloé’s choices—whether baking cookies, gifting puppies, or navigating the complexities of blended families—reflect a woman intent on prioritizing authenticity, resilience, and the bonds that matter most. For fans and followers, it’s a reminder that even in a world of constant scrutiny, the simplest joys and hardest-won lessons can shine the brightest.