Funny Ugly Pillows: The Most Popular Custom Pet Gift of 2025

Story behind the ugly pillow phenomenon

As pet parents, we don’t just cherish the elegant portraits of our cats — we also love the goofy, unflattering, and downright ridiculous moments they give us. Many cat moms come to us with these “blackmail photos,” asking us to turn them into ugly pillows.

The results? Hilarious, distorted, and irresistibly adorable ugly cat pillows that make both the owners and their cats smile every time they see them.

What makes it even funnier is the shape of the custom funny pillow itself. Because the edges are slightly curved, the image gets stretched and distorted when printed on the fabric — making the final funniest pillow look even sillier than the original photo. It’s no wonder popular cat influencers like @sansanmaoer and @uncle_bbao have made meme cat pillows part of their fan merch.

Why funny ugly pillows mean more than they look

Celebrating imperfection and joy

A meme photo pillow or ugly pet photo pillow is more than just a gag gift — it’s a celebration of what makes your pet special. Their derpy expressions, awkward poses, and unguarded moments are what we love most. By turning them into a funny cat pillow, you capture that authenticity forever.

These quirky keepsakes make perfect best cat mom gifts, personalized photo pillows, or funny pet photo pillows for any pet lover. And because no two pets are the same, every ugliest custom pillow we create is truly one-of-a-kind.

See how other cat parents are turning embarrassing snapshots into art on our customer stories blog.

How we create your custom ugly pillow

1. Choose the funniest photo – The goofier, the better!
2. Upload it to our platform – Visit our custom pet pillow page and send us the image.
3. Watch the magic happen – We print it on soft, high-quality fabric, crafting a personalized cat pillow that’s funnier and uglier in real life.
4. Unbox the laughter – Once your funny pet pillow arrives, get ready to laugh every time you see it on your couch.

For more inspiration, check out our custom pet gifts collection.

FAQs before you order

• Will my pillow look funnier in real life? Absolutely! Most clients say their meme cat pillow is even sillier than the photo.

• How long does it take? Most orders are made and shipped within days. See the production timeline FAQ.

• Will it still look like my pet? Yes — even the most ridiculous photo will be faithfully reproduced. Learn more in our likeness FAQ.

Turn silly moments into unforgettable keepsakes 😆

Whether you’re shopping for funny pet pillows, looking for the best cat mom gifts, or just want to immortalize a ridiculous photo, a custom funny pillow is the perfect choice.

Explore more ideas in our custom pet gifts collection, follow us on Instagram, and order your ugly cat pillow today — because “ugly” is the new adorable!