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Paper Desk Pets

Adopt a few paper pets for your desk when you a need to give your brain a break.

$14.00

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What Makes It Uncommon

You can only toil away on your computer screens for so long before you need to give your brain and eyes a break. Instead of doomscrolling, adopt a few paper pets to watch over your desk and keep you company. You don’t need to be an origami master to fold your own clowder of kitties of pack of puppies—each envelope contains pre-printed paper squares with easy instructions, even video how-tos (see below).

  • Includes 50 pre-printed origami paper squares and instructions.
  • Choose between Cats (for beginners) or Pups (for a range of skill levels).
  • Follow along with step-by-step folding videos for Cats or Pups.
  • Made in China.
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Made from

paper

Measurements

4.72" L x 0.12" W; x 4.72" H

Notes

Each kit includes 50 pre-printed origami paper squares (cats or dogs) + instructions (including a QR code to a video tutorial).

Click on the 'more info' link next to the product photos for printable PDF instructions.

Item ID

61855

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    Bought for an office friend, was a fun activity

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    Paper Folding Pups is paws-down adorable and so much fun! 🐶📄 The ins

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    These are very fun - and ideal for ages 4 to adult!

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Very complicated, but at least one of the videos helps.

I bought these for my neighbor and her 2 adult kids for Xmas. One of them is an origami expert. This was a tough project. At least the video with the man, who provides audio instructions as he goes was helpful. The woman's video has no audible instructions and was hard to follow. All in all these are very cute, but certainly not a quick easy activity.


Too difficult

I found them too diffficult. I Couldn't find videos of instructions. In my opinion even simplest dog too difficult even for adults. I do not recommend them.

Response from merchant

Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we’re sorry to hear that you found the paper desk pets too difficult. These folds are designed to have a certain level of challenge, but we understand that they may not be for everyone. We’ll be happy to help, and we will be reaching out directly to provide a step-by-step video or assist you further in any way we can.


Great Gift

Bought for an office friend, was a fun activity


Not sure? Get em!

Paper Folding Pups is paws-down adorable and so much fun! 🐶📄 The instructions are clear and easy to follow, making it perfect for kids and adults alike—whether you're a first-time paper folder or a seasoned craft lover. Each pup has its own personality, and it's impossible not to smile as they come to life fold by fold. This is a fantastic activity for classrooms, libraries, rainy days, or quiet creative time. It encourages patience, creativity, and a love of hands-on making—all wrapped up in an irresistibly cute package. Highly recommend for anyone who loves crafts, dogs, or joyful little projects that spark big smiles! 🐾


Great fun!

These are very fun - and ideal for ages 4 to adult!


This is the beginner level?

Too hard, even though we are all adults. I thought this was supposed to be a "quick desk activity" but you will need about an hour to figure one out. I hoped my family would enjoy making them together but there are too many steps. Cat version is supposed to be the easy ones, can't imagine trying to do the difficult versions.

Response from merchant

Thank you for your review. Our customers usually have very successful outcomes. Our buying team tests every one of the new products offered on our website. We check for good quality materials, instructions, and packaging and are sorry that this item missed the mark! We make every effort to be transparent about the item through the images and product notes. We’re happy to offer a forever return policy and we’re here to help if there is more we can do!


Too complicated

I bought this item hoping it would be a fun group activity for a party. But our family of all adults with crafting and origami experience, couldn't do them and most of us gave up before finishing. There are too many steps, complicated process.


Will never buy from uncommon goods again

Your delivery sucks as the package was delivered to a house although my address staes an apartment number. So I canceled the order and did not receive all my ,money back even though I paid extra for the guaranteed delivery.

Response from merchant

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear about your experience—this is not the level of service we strive to provide. We want every customer to have a great experience when shopping with us, and we regret that we fell short this time. Our shipping is typically very reliable, but we know that on rare occasions carriers can experience issues that affect deliveries. In the rare instances when this happens, we work closely with our customers to find a solution that best fits their needs and preferences. If anything was missed with your refund, we’ll be reviewing the details and will reach out to you directly to ensure we make this right. We truly appreciate the opportunity to address this.


Fun gift for cat lovers

This is really cute and ideal for cat lovers who also are desk squatters :D #sweepstakes


Way too complicated . Not fun.

I thought shis was something I could do with my granddaughter. WRONG. I couldn't figure it out and neither could my daughter who is an elementary school teacher. A complete waste of money

Response from merchant

Thank you so much for sharing your honest feedback about your recent purchase. We were very disappointed to hear that you and your daughter had difficulty with the assembly, especially when you were hoping to enjoy it as an activity with your granddaughter. We sincerely apologize for this frustrating experience. We strive to create products that are accessible and enjoyable for everyone, and we are really sorry that it was not the case. To see if we can still help you succeed, we will be reaching out to you shortly via email to share a detailed, step-by-step video guide. Watching the assembly visually often makes a big difference! However, your satisfaction is our top priority. If, after watching the video, you still feel this product is not a good fit, we are happy to process a full return for you immediately. We never want you to feel that you have wasted your money.



Are the dog breeds identified and how many different ones are there? Also, do you have the Boston Terrie?

Verified reply from Sofia

Hello. The Paper Desk Pets includes Border Collie, Labrador, Dachshund, French Bulldog, Cavapoo, Springer Spaniel, Pug, Cavalier King Charles, and Yorkshire Terrier. Thanks for posting!


among the 50 pieces of paper, how many different kinds of cats are there?

Verified reply from Allison

There are five breeds in total in two sizes.


How difficult is it to fold the Paper Cats? Could an 11 year old do it? Could a 6 year old do it?

Verified reply from Allison

Thank you for your question! The recommended age is 12 and above.