Why you'll love it
When a friend loses their dog or cat, you want to reach out now — while the ache is fresh and they're sitting in a house that suddenly feels too quiet. But the card aisle never has the right thing. The pet cards are either cartoonish, weirdly cheerful, or so generic they say nothing at all. So the moment passes, and the card never gets sent.
This set fixes that. Six unique, genuinely tender 5x7 sympathy cards designed for the loss of a pet — calm colors, soft hand-lettered sentiments, and artwork that treats their grief as the real grief it is. You download it the minute you order, print the one that fits, and have something heartfelt in your hands tonight instead of next week.
The backs are intentionally blank. That's the part that matters most. A printed verse can open the door, but it's your few honest words — "I loved him too," "I still remember the way she greeted me at your door" — that actually reach a grieving person. Blank backs give you the room to write them, and to make each card personal whether you're a close friend, a coworker, a neighbor, or the vet's office.
It's also kinder than it looks to your wallet and your timeline: print one, or print all six over the years, for the same $8. Because sadly, this isn't the last friend who'll need one.
What's inside
- 6 unique 5x7 sympathy card designs — each a different gentle layout and sentiment, so the set never feels repetitive (great if you'll reach for it more than once)
- A quiet range of tones — from soft "with deepest sympathy" verses to warmer "they were so loved" sentiments, so you can match the card to the person and the pet
- Blank interior + blank back on every card, for your own handwritten note (no pre-printed message boxing you in)
- Print-ready PDF in two paper sizes — US Letter (8.5x11) and A4 — each card formatted to fold cleanly to a finished 5x7
- A one-page printing & trimming guide with simple fold/cut lines and an envelope-size tip
- Lifetime access — re-download and reprint as many times as you ever need, at no extra cost
Who it's for
This is for the friend, family member, or coworker who wants to say I'm so sorry, and I'm not going to pretend this was "just a pet." If someone you care about is grieving a dog, cat, or any companion, this lets you respond with warmth tonight rather than scrambling for a store that won't have anything right. It's a quiet, thoughtful pet sympathy gift on its own, and it pairs beautifully with flowers, a donation in the pet's name, or a paw-print keepsake. (And if you're the one grieving and looking for sympathy cards to keep on hand for others — they're here for you too.)
Printing & how it works
It's an instant download — your printable PDF is available the moment you check out, so nothing ships and there's no waiting. Print at home on any inkjet or laser printer, or send the file to a local print shop, Staples, or an online printer; cardstock gives the loveliest result, but regular paper works in a pinch. Choose US Letter or A4, print the card you want, fold and trim to 5x7, and you're done. Print as many as you like, as often as you like — one card today, more down the road — all from the same file.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly do I get, and is anything mailed to me?
You get one digital PDF containing all six 5x7 card designs, in both US Letter and A4. Nothing is mailed. It's a print-at-home file you download instantly after purchase, so there are no shipping costs and no delay.
What size are the cards, and what should I print them on?
Each card finishes at a standard 5x7 inches and fits a 5x7 (A7) envelope. They look best printed on white or cream cardstock (about 65–110 lb / 200–300 gsm), but any printer and paper will work. The included guide shows you exactly where to fold and trim.
Can I print these at a shop instead of at home?
Yes. The file is a normal high-quality PDF, so you can upload it to an online printer or take it to a local print shop, Staples, FedEx Office, or similar and have them print on heavier cardstock. Because you keep the file, you can reprint at home later too.
Can I add my own message or personalize them?
The cards are designed with a printed sentiment on the front and blank interiors and backs, which is what most people want — room for your own handwritten note. They aren't set up for typing the recipient's pet's name into the design, but the blank space is there precisely so you can make every card personal in your own hand.
How many times can I print it?
As many as you like. Your purchase includes lifetime access to the file, so you can print one card now and come back to print more whenever another friend needs comfort — all for the one-time $8.
What's the refund policy for a digital download?
Because this is an instant-download digital file that can't be returned once it's downloaded, all sales are final. If anything looks off with the PDF or you have trouble opening or printing it, just reach out — we'll always make it right.