Last year, we asked for $25 in exchange for a portrait of your beloved pet, drawn by one of our volunteer “artists.” You gave us your trust. We gave you… whatever that was.
And somehow, you wanted more.
So we’re thrilled (and slightly concerned) to announce the third annual Poorly Drawn Pets fundraiser.
Some of our artists may surprise you with their talent. Others haven’t received an art compliment since their mom hung a macaroni masterpiece on the refrigerator in 2003. Either way, you’re guaranteed to receive a one-of-a-kind portrait and help shelter pets in need.
All proceeds benefit the animals at The Animal Foundation.
Submissions for Poorly Drawn Pets 2026 are now closed.
See What You’re Signing Up For
Need help deciding? Take a look at some of last year’s creations. Remember: quality is not guaranteed. In fact, it’s discouraged, yet a few truly talented artists manage to sneak in each year.
Giving the Gift of Questionable Art?
Purchasing a Poorly Drawn Pet portrait as a gift? Download our official Certificate of Authenticity to print and present alongside the portrait.
Because nothing says “I care about you” quite like a professionally certified piece of deeply unprofessional artwork.
Purchase Your Portrait
When submissions open on June 23, make a $25 donation using the button below.
Reminder: portrait purchases close July 5!
Submit Your Pet
After your purchase, you’ll receive an email with a link to upload a photo of your pet and any notes you’d like to share with your artist.
Each purchase includes one pet portrait. Want portraits of multiple pets? Simply complete a separate purchase for each pet.
Meet the Waiting Room
Once you submit your pet’s photo, it will automatically appear on this page so our artists can find it and begin working on your masterpiece.
Receive Your Portrait
Our artists will spend the next few weeks creating your portrait. All completed portraits will be posted right here by July 29.
All portraits are delivered digitally. No physical portraits will be mailed.
Powered by Good Intentions and Credit One Bank
Poorly Drawn Pets may be fueled by questionable artistic talent, but the impact is very real.
We’re incredibly grateful to Credit One Bank for sponsoring this year’s fundraiser and helping transform delightfully questionable pet portraits into lifesaving care for shelter pets.
Completed Masterpieces
The gallery below contains completed Poorly Drawn Pets portraits submitted by our volunteer artists.
Some artists have already finished their work, while others are still perfecting their masterpieces. (Or figuring out how many legs your pet is supposed to have.)
New portraits will continue to be added throughout the month, and all completed portraits will be uploaded by July 29.
Anthony | Furry Bird
Pet Name: Anthony What this fine artist named the masterpiece: The Great Bird-Fish Debate of Sir Anthony
Thunder | Loves all food, and having a bed to sleep in!
Pet Name: Thunder What this fine artist named the masterpiece: glitch in the matrix
Butters | N/A
Pet Name: Butters What this fine artist named the masterpiece: cant believe its butter
Dewey | Himalayan Yak Cheese Stick
Pet Name: Dewey What this fine artist named the masterpiece: I am sorry Dewey
Lucy, A giant tennis ball, naturally | Tennis ball
Pet Name: Lucy, A giant tennis ball, naturally What this fine artist named the masterpiece: Lucy the amazing tennis…
Medusa stuffed animal | Stuffed animal
Pet Name: Medusa stuffed animal What this fine artist named the masterpiece: Medusa sweet dreams with her stuffed animal!
Sally | She eats plants.
Pet Name: Sally What this fine artist named the masterpiece: She eats plants.
Rhett | Greenies
Pet Name: Rhett What this fine artist named the masterpiece: Sandy Boy
Cupcake | Her Dolly Parton wig…Diva
Pet Name: Cupcake What this fine artist named the masterpiece: Doggy Parton
Hank the Tank | Cricket
Pet Name: Hank the Tank What this fine artist named the masterpiece: Hank the Tank has his friend for…
Blanco | Orange Squeak Monkey
Pet Name: Blanco What this fine artist named the masterpiece: Sweet and Stinky Baby Blanco
Flyn | Rubber Chicken
Pet Name: Flyn What this fine artist named the masterpiece: Flynster the brave rubber chicken slayer!
Frequently Asked Questions
Our volunteer artists will spend the next few weeks creating your masterpiece. Completed portraits will be posted to this page on July 29.
No. All Poorly Drawn Pets portraits are delivered digitally.
Pet photos should appear on this page shortly after you submit them. If it’s been more than a few hours and you don’t see your pet, please email poorlydrawnpets@animalfoundation.com.
If you’re experiencing technical difficulties, please email your photo and any relevant information to poorlydrawnpets@animalfoundation.com and we’ll be happy to help.
Yes! If you’d like multiple pets included in the same portrait, simply donate in increments of $25 per pet and submit them together.
For example:
3 pets = $75
1 pet = $25
2 pets = $50
Absolutely. If you’d like each pet to receive its own unique masterpiece, please complete a separate purchase for each pet.
No. Artists are assigned at random based on availability, skill level, confidence level, and willingness to draw what they just agreed to draw.
No. Part of the magic of Poorly Drawn Pets is embracing the final result, no matter how unexpected it may be.
No. All portraits must be created by a real human volunteer artist.
Artists may use traditional or digital art tools, but AI-generated artwork is not permitted. If you receive a digital portrait, it was still created by the assigned artist.
Yes! Dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, birds, horses, guinea pigs, and just about any other beloved companion are welcome.
Unfortunately, no. Sometimes our volunteers accidentally reveal genuine artistic talent. We apologize for any inconvenience.
We’re always looking for volunteers willing to donate their time and artistic abilities (or lack thereof).
Email poorlydrawnpets@animalfoundation.com to learn more about becoming a Poorly Drawn Pets artist.