If you've ever wondered what the best gift you can get for a pet lover is, you are not alone! There are so many options, but there is one choice that stands out as something unique and truly heart-felt. The best gift is a personalized piece of art.

How to Gift a Custom Animal Portrait to the Pet Lover in Your Life

Having an animal portrait created for the pet lover in your life is easier than you think.

Wether they have a dog, cat, horse or a fish, you can get them a personalized piece of artwork that beautifully depicts the pet they love. There are many artists who can take a photo of the animal and transform it into a custom illustrated portrait. All you need is a single photo of the pet. From there, upload the photo so that the artist can use it as a reference as they create a stunning personalized gift. You can view examples of these custom pet portraits on this page. Most modern portrait artists use a digital technique to create these illustrations. Another good tip is to ask the artist to include you pet's name to the piece as this adds a special finishing touch.

Tips to Hang Pet Art in your Home

Ordering your art is only the first part of the process. Once you have the pet drawing in your possession, the next step is to put it on display.

Once you have the portrait completed and the art print in hand, you can pick a frame that matches the gift receiver's home decor. To make a bigger statement, you can pick a frame that includes a matte for a professional look. If you want to go the extra mile, you can get the a couple different pet portraits and mix in some other artwork or pet quotes so that they can use all the photos to create a gallery wall. This would be the ultimate tribute to their pet and a wonderful display within their home.

After you have picked frames out for all your different portraits, it's time to hang them. You can use the traditional method which includes a picture hanging nail that you can pick up at a hardware store. A level is a tool that will be helpful to make sure the pictures look straight when hanging them. If you would like an even easier method which doesn't require holes in your walls, they make 2-piece adhesive hanging strips that you simply stick to the back of the frame and the other piece onto the wall. You then press the two pieces together and they cling to one another due to the hook and loop construction.

Other Benefits of Dog or Cat Portraits

Besides gifting, pet portraits can be an excellent way to memorialize a pet who has passed. Creating a piece of art in their likeness is the perfect way to remember them. You can use the portrait to help remember all the good times you shared. Once the pet portrait is hung up on display, you will be able to look back on all those fond memories and you won't be able to help but smile. Even for pets who have passed, a pet portrait will help make sure they are never forgotten.