Pet Collectible Items

Many collectors that love pets and animals surround themselves with pet collectible items of all styles and types.

From realistic looking figurines to whimsical decanters to adorable puppy tee shirts, there are pet collectibles for every taste and price range. Many collectors love to surround themselves with items that remind them of a special pet, or of a pet they wish were part of their family. Other collectors only want pet collectibles from a certain era or manufacturer.

A casual pet item collector may only want one or two figurines to display in their curio cabinet or a sweatshirt to wear with their pet’s picture displayed. A more serious collector may search endlessly to find items to add to their ever growing pet collection.

Among the most popular pet collectibles are items that are dog and cat related. Realistic figurines and prints of a distinct breed are always highly desired items for pet collectors. Not all pet collectible figurines are realistic looking. There are also many that are whimsical or comical looking. Other popular types of pet items sought by collectors are of horses and birds, such as canaries and parrots.

Pet figurines and statues are available in many different materials including:

• Ceramic
• Porcelain
• Bisque
• Clay
• Bronze
• Gold
• Silver
• Copper
• Stone
• Glass
• Crystal
• Wood
• Polyresin
• Plastic

The world of pet collectibles also includes other pets that may often be considered unusual by many. There are websites the offer collectibles of hamsters, rabbits, turtles and fish for pet owners and lovers of these little creatures. Collectibles of mice, rats, snakes and lizards can also be found on the Internet. Regardless of the type of animal, if someone considers it their pet, there is certain to be collectible items available.

There are many excellent websites that offer pet collectibles of all types.

For collectors that love antique or vintage pet collectibles there are many online antique stores and auction sites with a vast selection of collectibles of pets. Several of these websites include:

• Ebay
• TIAS
• Ruby Lane
• Go Antiques
• Atlanta Antique Gallery
• Etsy

There are many websites that specialize in collectible pet items that are from a specific manufacturer such as Lladro, Baccarat and Lenox. The following is a small sampling of the many excellent websites.

• Lladro
• Baccarat
• Lenox
• Bradford Exchange, Hamilton and Ardleigh Elliot
• The Museum Store
• Danberry Mint

There are many websites devoted to pet collectibles of all types. With over 150 breeds of dogs plus mixed breeds, cats, and horses, Animal Krackers features many unique items ranging from breed accurate to whimsical. A sampling of their collectibles include:

• True to breed statues
• Snow globes
• Cookie jars
• Holiday ornaments
• Figurines
• Clothing
• Photos and photo keepsakes
• Custom oil paintings
• Walking sticks

Furry Partners has an excellent assortment of collectibles. Other websites include:

• Pet Collectibles
• Collectics
• Samburu
• Pet Gift House

For many collectors pets are both friends and companions, giving their love and loyalty freely. In return we offer love, kindness, food, shelter and protection. In many cases when we look for pet collectible items we are looking for a way to pay tribute to these special creatures that share our lives. Whatever your personal reasons, collecting pet items is an enjoyable hobby that will bring you years of pleasure as you see your special treasures beautifully displayed in your home.

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