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A Gotcha Day card for the day they came home

Your pet's adoption anniversary deserves its own keepsake. Make a Gotcha Day card and portrait from one photo, with a free preview and an optional printable party kit.

What makes a Gotcha Day card different?

Use the date your pet joined your family, a “years home” message and the name everyone knows. The result works as a quiet digital card, a framed portrait or a small celebration with friends from the rescue.

From one photo to a keepsake

  1. Upload a favourite photo of your adopted dog or cat.
  2. Add the adoption date, name and a short message.
  3. Review the free watermarked preview.
  4. Download the card and portrait after checkout; choose the Party Kit if you want printable pieces.

Simple ways to celebrate

Create a Gotcha Day card with a free preview.

Make it a party to remember 🎂

Upload one photo and PetMagi creates a birthday portrait, an e-card and printable invitation, banner and thank-you cards starring your own dog or cat. See a free preview first – no sign-up.

Never forget the date: get a free email reminder a week before.

FAQ

What is a Gotcha Day?

It is the anniversary of the day an adopted pet came home. Some families call it Adoption Day or Homecoming Day.

Can I make a Gotcha Day card for a dog or cat?

Yes. The birthday maker supports both dogs and cats, and the Gotcha Day version is designed for either species.

Is the preview free?

Yes. You can view a free watermarked preview before deciding whether to purchase the digital files.

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