Pets are family too, and many pet owners love sending Christmas cards from their dog, cat, or rabbit. This 5 x 7-inch card turns your pet into a reindeer. On a warm red background, a pair of brown branching antlers sits above a large round photo frame with a cream border, so your pet appears to wear them. A sprig of holly peeks over the frame, Merry Christmas appears in cream script below, FROM BISCUIT in gold capitals names the pet, and the line and his favorite humans adds a smile. White paw prints decorate the bottom corners.
Why Pet Christmas Cards Are So Loved
Pet cards are fun to send and even more fun to receive. Friends and family love seeing a beloved dog or cat in festive style, and the card shows off your pet’s personality. Pet cards also suit households without children who still want a personal photo card.
Positioning Your Pet Under the Antlers
Click the round frame and choose Replace Image to upload your pet’s photo. Adjust the photo so your pet’s head sits at the top centre of the circle, just below the antlers. Front-facing photos with ears visible work best, making it look like the antlers grow from your pet’s head.
Taking a Great Pet Photo
Photograph your pet at eye level in good natural light. Use a treat or a squeaky toy above the camera to get attention, and take many shots. A plain background, such as a wall or a blanket, keeps the focus on your pet.
Editing the Pet’s Name
Click FROM BISCUIT to type your pet’s name, and edit the line below. Funny variations include her loyal staff, the people who feed him, and the rest of the pack.
The Drawn Antlers
The antlers are drawn with smooth, curved branches in warm brown. They are grouped, so you can resize or move them to fit your pet’s photo. Change the colour to gold for a sparkly look.
Paw Prints and Holly
White paw prints in the bottom corners add a playful touch, and the holly sprig on the frame brings festive colour. Both are editable, so you can move or recolour them.
Printing the Pet Card
Download a PDF and print at 5 x 7 inches. The red background looks best from a print shop or laser printer. Use a photo card for sharp pet portraits.
Pet Cards for Multiple Pets
If you have more than one pet, use a group photo in the circle, or duplicate the frame and antlers for each pet and arrange them side by side. Update the name line to list all pets.
Pet Cards for Vets and Groomers
Veterinary clinics, groomers, pet sitters, and dog walkers can send pet cards to clients featuring a photo of their pet. Replace the name line with the pet’s name and add the business name on the back.
Sending the Pet Card Online
Download a JPG and share it on social media. Pet photos are some of the most shared posts during the holidays, and friends will love seeing your pet in antlers.
Writing From Your Pet’s Point of View
Write the back of the card in your pet’s voice for a funny touch, such as I have been very good this year, mostly, or I found the best spot under the tree. Sign it with a paw print.
Pet Card Colour Options
Red makes the cream frame pop, but you can change the background to green, navy, or plaid. Choose a colour that complements your pet’s fur.
Pet Cards for Shelters and Rescues
Animal shelters and rescues can send cards featuring adoptable pets, thanking donors and volunteers. Add a line about adoption or donations on the back.
Pet Card Questions
Can I remove the antlers?
Yes. Select the antlers and delete them.
Can I use a cat photo?
Yes. Any pet photo works in the round frame.
Can I change the background?
Yes. Click the background and choose a new colour.
Pet Christmas Card Etiquette
Pet cards are lighthearted, but it is still nice to add a personal touch. Write a short message on the back from you as well as from your pet, so friends who are not animal lovers still feel personally greeted. For business contacts, a pet card can be a charming icebreaker, but consider a more traditional design for formal relationships.
Keeping Pets Safe at Christmas
If you are sending cards to fellow pet owners, you might add a friendly reminder about holiday pet safety on the back: chocolate, grapes, onions, and some plants are dangerous for pets, and tinsel can be harmful if swallowed. Vets and pet shops often include such tips with their cards, which customers appreciate.
Pet Cards for Horse and Farm Animal Lovers
The round frame and antlers work for any animal, including horses, goats, rabbits and guinea pigs. Farm families and riding schools can send a card featuring a favourite animal with a playful line, such as Merry Christmas from the barn. The festive antlers look especially funny on a horse or a goat.
Choosing a Photo Background for Pets
Pets photograph best against simple backgrounds that contrast with their fur. A light blanket suits dark-coated pets, while a darker rug suits light-coated pets. Remove clutter from the background so the antlers and holly stand out clearly in the final card.
Pet Cards From Dog Daycares
Dog daycares and boarding kennels can send each client a card featuring a photo of their own dog taken during a visit. It is a delightful surprise that owners often share online, spreading word of the business while celebrating the season with every family that trusts you with their pet.
Pet Card Treat Idea
Tuck a dog biscuit into cards for friends with dogs, a small surprise their pets will love.
Let Your Pet Say Merry Christmas
Upload your pet’s photo, add their name, and print your reindeer cards. A furry face under festive antlers brings smiles to everyone on your list.
