Our Story

Custom Pet Pillows began with May, a terminally ill German Shepherd who was adopted and given a safe home. Her story made one thing unmistakably clear: the bond between people and animals deserves to be remembered and celebrated.

That idea became a store built around personal keepsakes. A favorite photo can hold an entire personality—the tilted head, familiar eyes, floppy ears, or quiet expression only their person recognizes. Our custom dog pillows, custom cat pillows, photo pillows, and pet gifts are designed to turn those images into something you can see and hold.

Made for the stories behind the photo

Some customers are celebrating a new puppy or kitten. Others are choosing a funny gift for someone who adores their pet. And some are creating a remembrance of a companion they miss. Every order begins with a real relationship and a photo that matters to someone.

Pets are family

May’s story also shaped our respect for adoption and rescue. If you are ready to welcome a pet into your home, we encourage you to consider reputable local shelters and rescue organizations.

Thank you for trusting us with a picture that means something to you.

— The Custom Pet Pillows family