Petsies specializes in custom stuffed pet lookalikes, 100% handmade to look just like your own pet, down to the smallest of details. Each pet lookalike is made from premium polyester furs, specialty noses and eyes, and carefully finished with airbrushing to replicate all the little things that makes your pet unique.
Last year, Petsies made a replica of our late dog, Kallie. It was the best present my kids received that year, and they still take turns sleeping with their Petsie.
Petsies can make a keepsake replica of any pet from dogs and cats to horses and rats. They come in three sizes (10 inches, 16 inches, and 24 inches), and you can add a voice recorder upgrade or a memory pouch for ashes or other personal items. Petsies now also offers a weighted option to provide a sense of security and help alleviate anxiety during moments of grief if the Petsie is being purchased as a memorial gift.
The creation process is really simple. All you have to do is upload photos of your pet, select your customizations, and let the Petsies team do the rest. They will even send email updates throughout the design and sewing process. Each plush is handmade so the process takes 6-8 weeks, but I promise you it’s 100% worth the wait! Order early for the holidays or consider sending a gift card so your recipient can send in their photos whenever they’re ready. Gift cards never expire!
This year, I scanned and sent in photos of my beloved kitty, Sage, who passed away too soon in 2012 at the age of 16. Sage was my best friend for many years, seeing me through several moves, my wedding, and the birth of my oldest daughter. I wanted a keepsake of my own to remember my furry boy, more than just some old photographs. I sent in six photos of Sage from various angles and let Petsies work their magic.
And here’s the finished product! It looks just like Sage with his long white and black tabby fur and that sweet little smudge under his nose. This version will be with me forever.
I can’t recommend Petsies highly enough. You should probably check out the entire site actually, because they also carry a huge range of custom items like adorable custom PJs, figurines, and even golf headcovers, all featuring your pet’s adorable face! Don’t delay, November 24th is the last day for holiday rush shipping.
Don’t forget to connect with Petsies on Facebook or Instagram where they share so many more photos of pets and their mini me plushies!
Disclosure: I received samples to facilitate this post. All opinions expressed are honest and my own. Your opinion may differ.
Not sure if I would get one of these.