College Dorm Room Decor for Pet Lovers

A New Adventure

You may have to leave your furry friend behind for college life, but that doesn’t mean you can’t bring a few reminders with you.

Heading off to college is an exciting and scary time. It’s full of new experiences but, also, a decent dose of homesickness.

For pet lovers, leaving behind their four-legged friends and moving to a whole new town can be especially hard. You may find yourself yearning for pet snuggles when you’re stressed, lonely, and far from home.

Thankfully, there’s a way to bring along some reminders of your furry friends and outfit your dorm room with items you will both need and love.

It can be bold and fun or elegant or soft and comfortable. There’s so many ways to decorate your room to match your style and celebrate your love for pets.

Check out these practical and fun decor items that will provide warmth, comfort, light and whimsy to a dorm room to take it from incredibly bland to a little piece of your pet-loving home, even when your far away.

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Lighting

The lighting in a lot of dorms leaves a lot to be desired. It’s either inadequate or harsh. You need to add some soft lighting for the room and task lighting at your desk. So, why not add some fun pet-themed lighting to your room?

Cat Lamp- This soft, glowing kitty lamp will add a gentle glow to your dorm room, instead of harsh overhead lighting.

Pawprint Neon Sign- How about a neon pawprint sign to hang on your wall to add a soft glow to the room? Made with durable acrylic and LED lights, this light has a USB cable and can be dimmed or brightened to suit your mood.

Dog String Lights- Forget regular fairy lights…hang some puppy lights instead! These battery operated string lights can be strung above the bed to add a comfortable glow and have a 6 hour timer and brightness control.

Bedding

Let’s face it. The bed is going to be the predominant feature in your tiny dorm room. It's probably where you’re going to spend the majority of your time in that room.

Whether it’s for sleeping, studying, or just hanging out with friends, a customized blanket and pillow can give you a little reminder of your furry friend back at home will make them feel a little closer.

Personalized Pet Photo Pillow- Make this one truly custom and personal. Add a gorgeous photo of your pet to a pillow so you can give them a hug whenever you need it.

Personalized Pet Photo Blanket- How about a cozy blanket with your pet’s picture on it? Snuggle up with your furry friend, even when far from home.

Pet-Themed Bed Sheets- Even if you opt for a more neutral comforter for your bed, you can still have a little fun with your bed sheets. Soft, muted colours and pet silhouettes on neutral backgrounds or more whimsical designs that are still in softer shades can have a more polished look and still add a bit of fun to your bedding.

Dorm room decor can be very bland and utilitarian. Make it your own and celebrate your love for pets with a few accessories.

Desk Supplies

The other place you’re going to spend time in your dorm room is at the desk. Why not add some cute pet-themed accessories?

Black Cat Pencil Holder or Dog Pencil Holder- Perfect for pens, pencils, make-up brushes, remote controls, or any other small items. Add a decorative touch to your desk and keep your supplies organized and ready to use at a moment’s notice.

Paw Pillow for Desk Chair- This cute paw cushion can be used as a seat cushion for your desk chair, a floor cushion, or an extra bed pillow. Soft, comfortable, and adorable for those long study sessions or just relaxing after a long day of classes.

LED Kitty Desk Lamp/Night Light- Add a little task lighting to your desk with this rechargeable LED kitty light. Whether it’s lighting up your desk for studies or working as a night light, this little light will do the trick.

Storage

Space for storage is always a must in a tiny dorm room. Add some cute decor pieces that can do double duty as storage and decor for a pet lover’s space.

Cat Themed Laundry Basket- Contain your laundry in a collapsible laundry basket with a pet motif that is lightweight, practical and easy to carry, but also be a perfect fit for your pet-loving decor.

Cat Storage Basket- Organize your blankets, towels, clothes, or even papers in this woven cotton rope basket in a cat design. So cute and practical!

Wall Decor

Pet Silhouette Metal Wall Art- Add a bit of elegance to your walls and still satisfy your pet-loving personality with minimalist metal wall art line drawings. While it comes with pre-drilled holes, you can use mounting tape to attach it to walls without causing any damage, which is important for dorm room rules.

Custom Pet Portrait- Looking for something a little more personal to hang on your wall? How about a custom pet portrait? Transform a photo into a beautiful framed painting. Whether classic, funny, or sweet, these paintings will keep your pet close by to help you feel closer to home.

Final Thoughts

Don’t be afraid to let your pet-loving personality shine through in your space. While your roommate may or may not share your passion for pets, a few practical and fun accessories to remind you of your fur family members can make your dorm room feel a little more like home.