First Christmas with our pet cards
A new dog or cat does not care that it is Christmas. They care that there is a tree to climb, tinsel to eat and wrapping paper that is, in their view, a toy. You have a small creature in the house who has already moved into the best spot on the couch, and your family is waiting for the first photo.
It is a lovely thing to share. A card can come from the pet, from you about the pet, or from the pair of you to the vet nurse who put up with the early questions. Pick a card, write your own words inside, and send it as a link by email or text.
5 things to write inside
Swap in their name. Change anything that doesn’t sound like you.
- funny Merry Christmas, [first name]. I have eaten the tinsel and stolen the ham. I would do it all again. Love, the dog.
- sweet Our new family member is getting their first Christmas, and you are one of the people they will be meeting. Come over and say hello, [first name].
- funny Happy Christmas, [first name]. The cat has taken over the tree. We live here in the lower branches now.
- quiet Our house feels fuller this year. Thank you for helping us find our little one, [first name].
- rude Merry Christmas, [first name]. Our new puppy has chewed the good shoes and wrecked the lounge. Worth every cent. Bloody love him.
Questions people ask
What do you write in a Christmas card from a new pet?
Write it in the pet's voice with a bit of mischief. Mention the chewed shoes, the stolen ham, or the spot on the couch they have taken. A short, silly message is enough, and the family will enjoy it.
Can I send a card to the people who helped us adopt or find our pet?
Yes. A short thank you is a lovely touch, with a line about how settled the animal is. Each card is sent on its own link, so you can write something just for them.
Is a pet's first Christmas a good reason to send cards?
It is a good reason for a light one. Families enjoy a card from the dog, and it is an easy way to let relatives meet the newest member before you see them.