Illustrating the Essence of Veterinary Medicine

Designed in New Zealand by a veterinary professional.

At Paws & Poppets, we honour the human–animal bond with empathy and compassion. Every illustration is created by hand, drawing from real clinical experience and a deep understanding of the weight pet owners carry during times of loss.

Our designs gently honour your pet’s memory with warmth, softness, and a soothing touch, crafted with the care only someone who has walked beside animals and their families can offer.

About the illustrator

Vivian is an emergency veterinary nurse with a deep passion for caring for animals and the people who love them. Outside of work, she finds energy and balance through outdoor adventures, especially water sports.

Her illustration journey began in 2025, after she purchased an iPad and experimented with Adobe Fresco. What started as playful sketches quickly became something more meaningful when she created her first drawing: a tribute to her beloved cat, Moo Moo, who passed away peacefully in 2024.

That drawing sparked a new creative path, one rooted in empathy, remembrance, and the desire to bring comfort to others. Today, her artwork reflects that same gentle intention, offering warmth and connection during life’s most tender moments.

Meet the Inspiration

Introducing Moo Moo a rescue domestic medium hair and the muse behind Paws & Poppets