Transform Your Tree with These Personalized Pet Ornaments: A Festive Tribute to Your Furry Friends

The year I was 9 years old, my mother opted for a Better Homes and Gardens tree. Precisely placed satin orbs of red, gold, and green replaced the handmade ornaments of the past. She didn’t even allow us to help her decorate! So, I took to the woods (aka a vacant lot) armed with my Girl Scout pocket knife. I sawed down a sweet little white pine sapling, took it home, and placed it in the den where my siblings and I decorated it with the family heirlooms.

Decades later, I continue decorating my tree with an odd assortment of handmade items, now including an assortment of pet-inspired ones. These ornaments honor the cherished pets who have loved us along the way. With that in mind, we have compiled a list of seven festive ornaments that will fête your pet, in order from least to most expensive, excluding shipping and handling.

Zazzle Personalized Pet Photo Fish Ornament

Whether you have an aquarium or a koi pond, fish provide a soothing, silent salve, melting away the concerns of the day. Watching them go with the flow reminds us to do the same. To commemorate your seafaring sensai, why not immortalize them on a ceramic ornament from Zazzle? I shared this with a friend who has a koi pond, and she responded, “Oh, yes, I could fill a tree with those ornaments, dedicated to Goldie, Goldie Jr, Goldie the Third…” With more than 10,000 satisfied customers, you can feel confident celebrating your finned friends. Find it at Zazzle starting at $9.45.

Featherpop Shop Green Parrot Ornament

Have a bird lover or a Buffett fan on your gift list? This green parakeet ornament is sure to bring a smile to their face. The FeatherpopShop has personalized ceramic ornaments for all sorts of pets including lovebirds, African greys, cockatoos, rabbits, iguanas, turtles, and more! A small Etsy store, the FeatherpopShop has 281 five-star reviews. If you have a more exotic best friend, you’re likely to find a match here, starting at $18.

Pawfect House Custom Acrylic Pet Ornament

As personalized pet ornaments go, this is a handsome one. Pawfect House ornaments are made of acrylic with a dye sublimation print and a faux 3D effect from a photograph you provide. Though dogs and cats are the only critters they mention, since you’re the one submitting the photo, I imagine any animal is acceptable. The site has deals for multiple purchases, and if you act quickly, you’ll have your keepsake before Christmas! Check out the pictured ornament ($19.95) and more at pawperfect.com.

Trending Custom Ceramic Chicken Ornament

Like me, do you have a friendly neighbor who supplies you with eggs from their backyard hens? If so, this merry cluckin’ tree ornament from Trending Custom is a dandy way to show your gratitude while ensuring your continued supply of fresh eggs in the coming year. Customizable with up to seven chickens of varying breeds, this ceramic ornament is something to crow about! Though it’s tough to match the joy of a freshly laid egg, this endearing ornament comes close. You can order yours from Trending Custom for $19.99.

Alison Jerry Hand Painted Cat Ornament

This whimsical little personalized cat ornament is a handpainted 3-inch ceramic square from artist Alison Jerry of Doylestown, Pennsylvania. One side of this double-sided ornament displays your pet’s name, while the other is adorned with a (concise) personal message. Gold accents and a satin ribbon complete the package. To get your personalized cat visit Alison Jerry’s shop at Minted for $20.

Lovelypod 3D Chicken Ornament

The chicken-haver in your life would no doubt be captivated by a realistic acrylic representation of their favorite layers. Measuring approximately 4″x4″, Lovelypod’s chicken ornament is created from a photograph that you submit. And, as you may have guessed, this incredible feat of technological prowess isn’t limited to your neighbor’s chickens. Flock on over to Lovelypod to see what the cluck is available, starting at $20.95.

Holly Whitcomb Ceramic Photo Ornament

This round ceramic ornament from artist Holly Whitcomb of Omaha, Nebraska, mimics a wreath with your beloved pet at its center. Whether purchased as a memorial to a pet who has crossed the rainbow bridge or to celebrate a current furry friend, Holly Whitcomb’s personalized ornaments will become a treasured favorite. Take a peak into Holly’s shop and see what else she has that you might need besides the ceramic wreath ornament. Find it for $31.

Ashley Myers Personalized Multicolor Holisy Toile Ornament

Those who prefer to adorn their Christmas trees with fine art need look no further than Ashley Myers’ personalized toile ornament. Toile is the French word for cloth. You supply the details, and Myers commits them to a canvas orb. “I initially made these as gifts for friends and family as their pets are such important family members,” Myers shared with A-Z-Animals.com, “but it can often be hard to find an ornament that truly resembles them.” With sweet little flourishes like two candy canes creating a heart and a delicate bow adorning the top, this ornament will illicit ooohs and aaahs for years to come. Surprise the art snob on your list with this exquisite ornament, available for $128, at Ashley Myers on Minted.