Vintage Dog Advertisement Ephemera – Free Printable Collage Sheet for Pet Lovers
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Download authentic vintage dog advertisement printables featuring charming antique canine illustrations.
Learn about the history of using pets in advertising household goods in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Perfect for junk journaling, scrapbooking, handmade cards, and pet-themed mixed media projects.
I’m excited to share this free printable vintage dog advertisement collage sheet. I’ve gathered authentic public domain ads from the late 1800s to early 1900s, each featuring lively illustrations of dogs promoting everything from grooming supplies to food, and even household products. These detailed designs are perfect for junk journals, vintage scrapbooks, and pet-themed mixed media creations.
The Role of Pets in Antique Advertising
During the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, advertisers discovered the powerful emotional appeal of animals, especially dogs, in marketing everyday goods. Beyond pet food and grooming products, dogs appeared in ads for soap, sewing machines, tobacco, and even tonic water. Their presence suggested loyalty, trustworthiness, and homey comfort, making customers feel emotionally connected to the brand. The vintage ads in this printable sheet reflect that charming tradition, capturing an era when advertising was as much about artistry as it was about persuasion.
Why I Love Vintage Dog Advertisements in Journaling
There’s something about these old canine-themed ads that feels both playful and nostalgic. The typography is ornate, the illustrations are rich with personality, and the colors, often soft and slightly faded, add instant vintage charm. You can use them as focal points for “Then and Now” pet pages, or to add whimsy to spreads about loyalty and companionship.
Creative Ways to Use These Dog Advertisement Printables
Pet-themed junk journal spreads – Pair with vintage frames, paw-print stamps, and handwritten pet stories.
Scrapbook embellishments – Layer these ads alongside your own dog photos for a “timeless pets” theme.
Mixed media collages – Combine the ads with textured paper, lace, or fabric scraps for a tactile piece.
Pet-lover greeting cards – Use them for thank-you, get-well, or birthday cards for fellow animal enthusiasts.
Printing and Sizing Tips
The collage sheet is formatted for standard letter-size paper, making it easy to print at home. For a rustic look, print on cream or parchment cardstock. For ATCs (artist trading cards) or mini tags, adjust your printer settings to 70–80% scale for smaller pieces without losing detail.
Related Free Printables for Animal Lovers
If you love vintage animal ephemera, you might also enjoy:
Free Vintage Dog of the World Images – Antique engravings of dogs.
Cat-Themed Vintage Ephemera – Advertising featuring our feline friends.
Frog Advertisements – Whimsical anthropomorphic frog illustrations.
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Terms of use:
Free to use for personal or commercial projects. You may print the collage sheets as many times as you wish for your personal crafts or in your projects to sell, including: scrapbooks, junk journals, collage art, etc. You may not redistribute or sell the collage sheets “as is" in either print or digital form.
If you wish to share the files on your own website, please do not make the files available for download directly from your site. Instead, include an image with a link back to this site.
To the best of my knowledge, these are all royalty free images that are in the Public Domain in the US. However, you should always do your own research if you plan to use them commercially.
