A birthday card for a cat lover works when it names a cat behavior, shows a cat image, or includes a cat gift. Cat owners in the U.S. number 46.5 million households. In the UK, 24% of households have a cat. These numbers mean most people know a cat lover.
What makes a cat lover card work
The card should match the recipient's cat. Use the cat's name. Use the cat's color or breed. A generic paw print can feel empty. A card with a black cat works for a black cat owner. A card with an orange tabby works for an orange tabby owner.
Common cat card themes
- Cat in a box with a party hat
- Cat with a birthday cake
- Cat playing with yarn
- Cat doing a slow blink
- Cat knocking a glass off a table
- Cat with the text "You're purr-fect"
- Cat with the text "Happy birthday from your cat"
Card formats and sizes
Standard greeting cards come in set sizes.
- A2: 4.25 x 5.5 inches folded. Envelope: 4.375 x 5.75 inches.
- 5 x 7 inches folded. Envelope: 5.25 x 7.25 inches.
- Square: 5.5 x 5.5 inches. Envelope: 5.75 x 5.75 inches.
- Large: 8 x 8 inches. Envelope: 8.25 x 8.25 inches.
Square cards need extra postage in many countries. Check with the post office.
What to write inside
Keep it short. Two to four sentences.
- Name the cat.
- Reference a cat habit.
- Add a birthday wish.
- Sign your name.
Example: "Happy birthday. May your cat let you sleep past 6 a.m. once this year. Have a good one."
Pairing a card with a gift
- Cat wand toy
- Crinkle ball
- Cat treat
- Cat-themed mug
- Donation to a shelter in the cat's name
- Book about cats
Where to buy
Independent card shops carry local artists. Online marketplaces have custom cards. Museum shops sell cat art cards. Cat cafes and shelter fundraisers sell cards. Check the envelope size before you buy.
Quick checklist
- Cat on the card?
- Cat name inside?
- Envelope fits?
- Postage correct?
- Gift paired?