For many people, their pet is more than just an animal. It’s a member of the family, sometimes treated more like a child than a cat or dog. Just as you may take handprints of your children, you can do the same with your furry family members’ paws. Here are a few ways to use a pet paw print as a keepsake.

Creative Ways to Use Your Pet’s Paw Print

1. Build a Commemorative Plaque 

Pets, like any family member, take a piece of our heart with them when they go. Just like we commemorate a person’s existence, we can do the same with an animal. Take a pet paw print and put it in a glass case, maybe alongside some photos or favorite toys. Add on their name with the dates of their birth and passing, and you have a beautiful way to honor their memory.

2. Make a Paperweight 

Whether you’re at work or your home office, having your mind on business for too long can make you stressed. One way to counteract this is to keep reminders of loved ones around. Just as people would keep novelty items at a desk, the same can be done with a pet paw print. Consider making it a paperweight; it can help you stay organized while also keeping your furry loved one close in your mind.

3. Create an Ornamental Hand-Me-Down

Some items are handed down through generations. This is especially popular for items that honor members of the family. A pet paw print can be turned into a variety of ornaments and passed down to your children. You could incorporate it into an indoor item like a picture, a door hanger, or a tabletop figure. Did your pet love the outdoors, and you want their ornament to honor that? You could make a lawn statue, a wind chime, or even a tabletop ornament for a patio set.

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