Pet lovers buy Christmas shirts, mugs and ornaments for themselves and for every dog or cat owner on their list. This guide collects Christmas dog and cat designs from WOW SVG, from cute and cozy to a little feral, with tips for cutting vinyl, printing PNG files and making pet-themed gifts.
Key takeaways
- SVG files are for cutting vinyl or HTV with Cricut or Silhouette; PNG files are for sublimation, DTF or print-then-cut.
- Pet designs sell well as gifts, so think beyond shirts: mugs, tote bags, pet bandanas and ornaments.
- Most designs at WOW SVG cost $2.50, download instantly, and commercial use of finished products is included.
Christmas Dog SVG and PNG Designs
For dog moms, dog dads and anyone whose dog gets its own stocking:
Dachshund Merry Christmas SVG
a dachshund silhouette with antlers wrapped in Christmas lights. A one-color design that cuts cleanly in vinyl.
Napping Through The Snow SVG
a sleepy puppy in a Santa hat napping on a candy cane, cute on kids’ shirts and pajamas.
The Husky Sleigh Co SVG
a vintage sign-style design with a husky pulling a sleigh, great on mugs, wood signs and sweatshirts.
Tis The Season PNG
three beagles in Santa hats, antlers and scarves. PNG file, best for sublimation or DTF.
Oh Snap Gingerbread Man PNG
a puppy in antlers biting a gingerbread man’s leg. PNG file with a funny twist.
Christmas Cat SVG and PNG Designs
For cat owners whose tree never stays standing:
Christmas Lights Cat Outline SVG
a minimalist cat outline made of colorful Christmas lights, simple enough for one layer of vinyl.
Is This Jolly Enough SVG
a cat face set into the word Jolly with holly, a cute pick for kids and cat lovers.
Jolly Biscuits Bakery PNG
three cats in Santa hats baking cookies. PNG file, lovely on aprons and kitchen towels.
Sorry Santa I’ve Been Feral PNG
a black cat tangled in Christmas lights. PNG file for the cat with no regrets.
Probably Just Gonna Jingle Some Of The Way PNG
a tired black cat next to the tree. PNG file for anyone who is done with the holiday rush.
Gift Ideas for Dog and Cat Lovers
- Matching owner and pet set. Put the design on a shirt for the owner and a small version on an iron-on bandana for the pet.
- Christmas mugs. PNG designs work well with sublimation mugs; SVG designs work with permanent vinyl on ceramic.
- Ornaments. Simple one-color designs, like the dachshund or the light-string cat, cut nicely on small acrylic or wood ornaments.
- Gift bags and totes. Cut the design from HTV and press it on canvas totes for a reusable gift wrap.
Tips for Cutting and Printing Pet Designs
- Keep small details readable. Whiskers and fur lines get thin when you shrink a design, so keep pet designs at least 4 inches wide on mugs and 9 inches on adult shirts.
- Pick the right file. Multi-color cartoon pets look best as PNG prints; outlines and silhouettes are easiest to cut as SVG.
- Test on dark shirts. Black cats need a white or light outline on black shirts, or choose a heather gray shirt instead.
Want more ideas? Browse all Christmas SVG designs and animal SVG designs, or see our funny Christmas shirt SVG ideas and Christmas crew matching shirt ideas. Want your own pet’s name or breed? Email support@wowsvg.com for a custom order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sell pet Christmas shirts and mugs made with these designs?
Yes. Commercial use of finished products, such as shirts, mugs, bandanas and ornaments, is included with every design. You can’t resell or share the digital files themselves.
Can I add my pet’s name to a design?
Yes. Open the SVG in Cricut Design Space or Silhouette Studio and add a text layer with the name. For a fully custom pet design, email support@wowsvg.com.
What is the difference between the SVG and PNG designs?
SVG designs usually include SVG, PNG, EPS and DXF files for cutting machines and printing. Designs listed as PNG include a PNG file only, made for sublimation, DTF or print-then-cut.
