Pawsome Prints · Giving Back

Cupcake Day

Holiday Encore 2026

A little sweetness that gives back. Cupcake-inspired bandanas and hooded sherpa blankets from 2025 and custom pet camp mugs from 2026 are back for the holiday season.

October 15–December 31, 2026 · 50% of profits donated to support animals in care

  • Annual Launch | Jan. 15–Mar. 31

    Only the new 2027 collection will be featured during the annual launch. New designs and featured animals are planned for mid-January through March 31, 2027. The opening date will be confirmed when the products are ready.

  • Christmas in July | July 1–31

    During July 2027, eligible favorites from the 2025, 2026 and 2027 collections return for one month of fundraising.

  • Holiday Encore | Oct. 15–Dec. 31

    Cupcake Day Holiday Encore brings back eligible collections for seasonal gifting. In 2026: shop 2025 and 2026 designs. In 2027: shop 2025, 2026 and 2027 designs. Please check the Shipping & Delivery page for current production and holiday shipping updates.

The story behind the collections

How Cupcake Day Began

I started the Cupcake Day collection series in 2025 to take part in the Ontario SPCA's Cupcake Day fundraising initiative. Each collection celebrates the animals who inspired its custom pet designs, while raising funds, sharing their stories, and helping more people discover pets waiting for homes.

2025 · Where it began

Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre

I created cupcake-inspired bandanas and hooded sherpa blankets featuring dogs cared for by the Ontario SPCA Provincial Dog Rehabilitation Centre in Peterborough.

This centre has since closed. When purchasing from the 2025 collection, customers can select which Ontario SPCA animal centre receives the donation—or choose “You choose for me” and Pawsome Prints will select a centre.

2026 · A new chapter

Three participating animal centres

In 2026, I created custom camp mugs spotlighting pets from these Ontario SPCA centres:

  • Orillia and District Animal Centre
  • Midland and District Animal Centre
  • Renfrew County Animal Centre (Pembroke)

More Ways to Join Cupcake Day

Shopping my Cupcake Day collections is one way to support animals in care—it’s my creative way of taking part in the Ontario SPCA’s fundraising initiative. You can also join the annual Cupcake Day event directly by hosting your own fundraiser, baking with others, or supporting someone else’s efforts.

Happy Tails

Every pet featured in the 2025 and 2026 Cupcake Day collections has found a home!

I'm so happy to celebrate their new beginnings. 💜

Still Waiting for a Home

There are still so many animals waiting for the right family. Whether you're just beginning your search or haven't found your perfect match yet, the Ontario SPCA's adoption listings are always available to explore.

The adoption link remains available year-round—even when the seasonal Cupcake Day collections aren't open.