Custom pet portrait T-shirt beside the pet photo quality checker

A free 60-second check

Pet Photo Quality Checker

Answer five practical questions to see whether your dog or cat photo has enough visible detail for custom portrait apparel.

No photo upload. No account. Nothing leaves this page.

Check the original image

Can you answer yes to these?

Use the full-resolution photo from your camera roll when possible. Check each statement that is true.

0 of 5 checks

Start with the clearest photo you have

Check each true statement. Four or five checks usually gives an artist enough visible detail to work with.

Why these five checks matter

A portrait artist needs visible information. Sharp eyes and markings help preserve identity, natural light separates fur from shadow, and an uncropped head gives the artist enough shape to work with. The checker does not judge the pet or the composition; it flags the photo problems most likely to reduce portrait detail.

What to do when a photo misses a check

  • Soft focus: look for another original photo rather than a screenshot or social-media download.
  • Dark face: choose an outdoor shade or window-light photo where both eyes are readable.
  • Cropped ears or head: use the uncropped original if it exists.
  • Blocked features: choose a frame without hands, toys, blankets, or another pet covering the face.
  • Heavy filter: return to the natural-color version so coat and eye details stay accurate.

After your photo passes

Start with the custom pet portrait T-shirt for the lowest Dilly apparel entry price, or browse custom pet hoodies and sweatshirts. Eligible products include a free shopping preview, and the human-refined final proof requires approval before production.

Still comparing stores? Use the custom pet shirt brand comparison to review current prices, preview types, and proof policies.

Photo ready? Put it on the shirt you will wear.

Try the free shopping preview, then approve the human-refined final proof before production.

Preview the $33 custom tee