5 Ways To Take Your Pet Wherever You Go

Whether you're off to work, running errands, or going on a vacation, here are five fun and creative ways to keep your pet close to your heart no matter where you are!

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As pet lovers, we know how tough it can be to leave our furry friends behind when we're out and about. Whether you're off to work, running errands, or going on a vacation, here are five fun and creative ways to keep your pet close to your heart no matter where you are!

1. Sip and Smile: Put Them on a Travel Mug

custom pet travel mug, custom mug with cheerful dog and balloons

As you go about your day, sip your favorite beverage from a custom travel mug featuring your pet's adorable face.

That way, your pet’s encouragement can cheer you on even when you’re in the middle of a stressful work meeting or stuck in traffic. 

 🎉*Real Paw-Rent Story* 🎉: Cris found a creative way to avoid mug mix-ups at work - she printed stickers of her dog, Pippi, and decorated her mug.

Customer review of custom pet stickers

2. Paws on the Line: Video Call Them

Kitten looking at a laptop on a video call

Did you know that 38% of Americans check in on their pets while at work?

Thanks to modern technology, staying connected with your pet has never been easier. Set up a video call to check in on your furry friend whenever you miss them, and watch their face light up. A quick FaceTime or Zoom session can turn a rough day around as you watch them wag their tail or purr contentedly. Or, set up a pet camera to keep an eye on all of their day-to-day shenanigans. 

3. Tote-ally in Love: Carry Them on your Bag

custom pet tote bag with adorable bulldog surrounded by hearts

Why settle for a plain old bag when you can carry your pet with you everywhere?

Get a custom tote bag printed with your pet's portrait or deck out your backpack with pet stickers of their cutest smiles. That way, every time you need to grab some papers or a pen, your furry friend’s face will inspire you to live your best work (or vacation) life. 

4. Wear Your Heart: Pack a T-Shirt with their Face

Custom cat t-shirt, AI portrait printed on a t-shirt of cute kitten wearing a beret in Paris

Going on vacation? Pack a t-shirt with your pet’s portrait on your next trip.

Whether you're lounging on the beach or exploring a new city, wearing your pet's photo on your custom t-shirt is a fun way to keep them in your thoughts and let the world meet your pet.

 🎉*Real Paw-Rent Story* 🎉: The cruise line wouldn’t let Diane take Maggie Mae onboard, so she got creative.


5. Office Pawsitivity: Create a Photo Collage

Collage of custom postcards of superhero cats and dogs

Transform your office space into a haven dedicated to your pet with a collage of your favorite photos.

You can decorate your desk, wall, or even your computer background with a collection of snapshots or pet portraits that capture your pet's personality. It's a surefire way to brighten your workday and keep your pet's spirit close.

Other Ideas From Our Community:

  • Katrina hung a custom metal print of her dog Fiona in her office:
Custom pet metal print of a dog flying through the air in a Quidditch game

“ I am a huge Harry Potter fan and when I saw this of Fiona, I thought she WOULD have been a Gryffindor! She was brave and true. Hanging in my office, this makes me smile several times a day!”  - Katrina

  • Alex’s golden retriever, Arlo, greets them from their custom mouse pad every time they come to work:
Custom pet mouse pad of golden retriever in outer space

“I used [PugMug] to create pics of my dogs and the end result was so adorable. I get so many compliments on my mousepad.” - Alex

  • Lisa put her custom pet stickers on magnets to display on her work locker:
Custom pet stickers of two dogs on a starry night background

“ I made my stickers into magnets and plan to put them on my locker at work.”
- Lisa

  • Did you know that more and more fun places and activities today, from baseball games to mini-golf courses, allow you to bring your pet? Check out our post on 10 Unique Places to Take Your Dog for some ideas on how you can physically take your pet with you when you're out having fun!

Conclusion

Taking your pet with you wherever you go doesn't have to be a challenge. With these five creative ideas, you'll always have a piece of your furry friend by your side, bringing joy and comfort no matter where life takes you.

Looking for more ways to keep your pet close? Check more custom pet products, and get your pet portraits at pugmug.ai. Also, check out our Careers style pack for adorable pics of your pet working your job!

Image of 10 styles in the Careers style pack on pugmug.ai: Celebrity, Chef, Detective, Doctor, Firefighter, Musician, Office Worker, Police, Suit and Tie, and Teacher

Finally, more and more companies today, from Amazon to Ben & Jerry’s, are becoming pet-friendly, with doggy decks, free treats, pet insurance and more. Ask, and you never know - your furry friend might be able to come to work with you in person one day soon!

Golden retriever in glasses reading a book