Animal-shaped candles for people who want a candle that's more than a plain jar — cats, dogs, highland cows, horses, a swan, and a couple of mythical dragons. Each is an individually hand-poured sculpture, so detail and finish vary slightly piece to piece.
Votive's animal candles collection is for the people who love their pets, appreciate sculptural art, or just want a candle that's more than a jar. Every cat candle, dog candle, horse figure, and wildlife sculpture in this collection is handpoured from 100% natural soy wax — detailed, lifelike, and designed to display as confidently as it burns.
Cat Candles for Cat People
Our cat candle collection includes sitting cats, stretching cats, and detailed feline figures in a range of colorways — ivory, black, terracotta, and beyond. These aren't cartoon novelties. Votive cat candles are sculpted with care, and the detail holds up even as they melt. Made with natural soy wax and phthalate-free fragrance (or fully unscented for sensitive homes), each cat candle ships in gift-ready packaging — perfect for the cat parent in your life.
Dog Candles & Beyond
The dog candle collection covers everything from golden retriever figures to sleek modern silhouettes. Highland cow candles, horse candles, swan candles — the animal candles at Votive span a range of species and aesthetics. Mix and match for a curated shelf display, or gift a single piece to someone who has everything except a sculptural soy wax version of their pet.
Handmade Pet Candle Sculptures
Every animal candle in this collection is an individual handpoured piece — no two are identical. Burn it, display it, or gift it. Soy wax burns cleaner than paraffin, and our phthalate-free fragrance options are formulated with home safety in mind. Free shipping on orders $75+.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are the dragon candles part of the animal or the gothic/Halloween lineup?
They're included here for their animal-sculpture styling, though they also fit a gothic or fantasy aesthetic — check the product page for full details.
Can these candles be burned?
Most can, but check the individual listing, since some pieces are offered unscented or primarily for display.
Is it safe to burn a candle in a home with pets?
Keep any lit candle, including these, out of reach of pets and never leave it burning unattended.
Do these make good gifts for pet owners?
Yes — the cat, dog, and highland cow designs are commonly bought as gifts for pet lovers, though they're decorative pieces rather than personalized to a specific pet.