The Best Custom Pet Ornaments for Christmas
Most “pet” ornaments are a generic paw print and a year. A custom pet ornament is your actual dog or cat on the tree: the same face that greets you at the door, now part of the holidays. Made to order from your favorite photo, it's the ornament people unwrap slowly and hang front and center, then look for again every December.
Here's how our custom pet ornaments work, the styles to choose from, and when to order so it arrives in time.
Why a custom pet ornament
A photo ornament does something a store-bought one can't: it marks this pet, this year. It's a first Christmas with a new puppy or kitten. It's the family member with four legs who's as much a part of the season as anyone. And for a companion who's no longer here, a keepsake ornament is a gentle way to keep them part of the tree. See memorial keepsakes.
Our custom pet ornament styles
Every ornament starts from the photo you love and is designed around your pet's real expression, and you choose the look that feels like them:
- Color is warm and true to life, their markings and personality front and center.
- Black & White is clean and timeless, a quieter keepsake.
- Ink Wash is soft, painterly, gallery-quiet.
- Marker is bold, illustrated, a little playful.
You can preview your pet in every style, free, before you order. Shop custom pet ornaments (from $59).
How it's made
Turning a photo into an ornament takes about a minute of your time:
- Choose your ornament and style.
- Add your favorite photo of your pet. One clear picture is all it takes.
- We make it to order. Every order is Artist-Reviewed: a real artist checks your photo before production and reaches out if a different one would sharpen the likeness.
Not sure which photo to use? Our quick photo guide helps you pick a good one.
Giving an ornament as a gift
A custom ornament makes an easy gift for the pet parent in your life, and you don't need a photo of their pet to give one. Order it now, and they add their own picture after. Send it by email, have it shipped, or hand over a physical gift card. It all happens in the Perkie gift experience. A small gift that tends to mean a lot.
Order in time for Christmas
Because each ornament is made to order, give it a little runway. Order by our posted holiday cutoff for delivery by Christmas. See Holiday Shipping Deadlines. Running late? A gift card or email delivery skips the shipping wait entirely.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a custom pet ornament?
Ornaments start at $59. Pricing depends on the style and size you choose; the current options are on the product page.
Can I get an ornament of my cat, or another pet?
Yes. Dogs, cats, and other pets all work. You can also include 1, 2, or 3 pets on a single ornament.
What kind of photo works best?
A clear, well-lit photo where you can see your pet's face. Every order is Artist-Reviewed, so we'll reach out if a different picture would help.
How long does it take to arrive?
Each ornament is made to order and shipped. During the holidays, order by the posted cutoff to arrive by Christmas, or choose a gift card for an instant option.
Can I order more than one?
Yes. Many people order one per pet, or a set as gifts. Add each to your order with its own photo.
Your pet earned their spot on the tree. Turn a favorite photo into a custom ornament you'll reach for every year.