Charlie the Dapper Gentleman: A Custom Dog-Face Necklace

"I can’t believe it—Charlie is such a gentleman! Just look at the way he sits on the couch!" One of our team members exclaimed with excitement when she received an order for Charlie’s custom dog-face necklace. As a passionate pet lover, especially when it comes to dogs, she couldn’t wait to work on this special piece.

Today, we’re thrilled to share the story of Hillary Christiansen and her beloved pup, Charlie. This is not just another custom pet necklace—it’s a new journey filled with love, fate, and cherished memories. So buckle up—we’re about to take off!

How This Charming Pup Became a Part of the Christiansen Family

Hillary shared many wonderful stories about Charlie through our live chat, but our favorite was how he first joined their family.

"When we started thinking about getting a pet for our five-year-old son, a dog seemed like the perfect choice. So, as a family, we headed to a local animal shelter."

Like many pet adoption stories, this one began with excitement and anticipation. The Christiansens visited Animal Care of Davis County, their city’s adoption center, hoping to find the perfect furry companion. That’s where they met Charlie.

"There were so many dogs and cats in kennels—some alone, others grouped together. And among them was our Charlie."

Perhaps it was fate, or maybe just a magical moment, but the white-furred pup stood out instantly. Unlike the others, he sat there quietly, exuding the same gentlemanly charm captured in his photos. That calm and dignified presence won over the entire family. They didn’t even consider looking at other pets—they knew Charlie was the one.

"If I ever needed proof that fate is real, this was it."

Before ending our chat, I sent Hillary one final thought: "Destiny works in mysterious ways—whether it's people or animals, we always find each other at the right time, to love, to cherish, and to protect."

The Beginning of a Custom Necklace

Now that we’ve shared Charlie’s fateful adoption story, let’s talk about the journey of creating his custom dog-face necklace!

It all started with the design.

Charlie’s sweet, charming, and gentlemanly personality made it hard to decide which details to highlight. Our designer joked, “Nothing in the world is truly perfect—sometimes, a little imperfection makes things even more beautiful.” But of course, we didn’t agree! If Charlie could weigh in on this, he’d probably give our designer a stern but polite bite—or maybe not, since he’s too much of a gentleman, right?

In the end, our designer poured his heart into the artwork, ensuring that every detail captured Charlie’s essence. The final design was stunning, and we were all thrilled with how it turned out.

Bringing Charlie to Life Through Engraving

With the design complete, it was time to engrave Charlie’s portrait onto the pendant. Every step required precision—we knew that even the smallest mistake could ruin a piece of art. And that was simply not an option.

Our engraving specialist, who has over five years of experience, meticulously brought Charlie’s image to life. The result? A perfect handcrafted necklace that deserved nothing less than our signature orange jewelry box. We could hardly wait to send it to Hillary and Charlie! More than anything, we looked forward to seeing their reactions—the excitement, the joy, and maybe even a few happy tears.

Gratitude, Encouragement, and the Bigger Picture

About 10 days later, I reconnected with Hillary through our customer service chat. This time, our conversation was much calmer.

"We absolutely love it. You’ve created something truly special. Keep doing what you’re doing—more people need to know about this kind of memorial jewelry."

Her words meant the world to us. At that moment, I was reminded of why we started iPetprints in the first place. The appreciation from our customers isn’t just validation—it’s the motivation that drives us forward.

Join Our Journey—Share Your Story!

We’ve started something truly special: collecting and sharing stories behind custom pet jewelry. Every piece we create holds deep emotional significance, and we want the world to know why it matters.

If you have a heartfelt story about your custom pet jewelry, reach out to us! We’d love to feature it on our website, where it will live on forever—a tribute to the bond you share with your beloved pet. After all, these aren’t just our favorite stories—they’re yours, and they deserve to be told.