Pet Photo Guide for Custom Plush and Keepsakes

The right photo helps your custom pet plush, needle felted portrait, or memorial keepsake look more recognizable. Use this guide before ordering a custom dog plush, custom cat plush, wool pet portrait, or pet photo gift.

Best photos to upload

  • A clear front-facing photo in natural light.
  • A side photo that shows body shape, tail, and markings.
  • Close-ups of the face, ears, eyes, nose, and special fur patches.
  • Optional photos showing a favorite collar, pose, or accessory.

Photos to avoid

  • Very blurry images or tiny screenshots.
  • Heavy filters that change fur color.
  • Photos where the face is hidden by shadows.
  • Extreme angles that distort the pet’s shape.

Photo tips by product

Product Most helpful photos
Custom pet plush Front, side, full body, and markings.
Needle felted pet portrait Face close-up, eye color, ear shape, fur detail.
Pet memorial gift Warm, recognizable photos plus name or memorial details.
Pet photo pillow High-resolution front photo with clean outline.

If you only have old photos

For memorial orders, send the clearest available photos and add written notes. A meaningful image can still work even if it is not perfect.

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