How it works
Add your photo
Your pet: whole head and ears in view.
Pick a style
Choose santa, elf or reindeer antlers. A short direction is optional.
Get your take
A 8-second vertical MP4 arrives in 2–4 minutes, ready for TikTok, Reels and Shorts.
What happens in the 8 seconds
- 0–2s
Your pet sits by the fire in its Santa suit.
- 2–5s
It looks around at the tree, then comes toward you.
- 5–8s
The camera moves in as it tilts its head up at you.
Ideas for your take
- A Christmas card that moves
- A holiday post for your pet's account
- A season's greetings message for family
What it costs
One take uses 40 credits. Your first take on MagicTakes is free. Credits come in one-time packs, never expire, and a take that fails gives its credits back.
| Pack | Takes | Per take |
|---|---|---|
| Starter · $9.99 | 2 | $4.00 |
| Creator · $29 | 8 | $3.52 |
| Pro · $79 | 25 | $3.16 |
If a take doesn't look right
- The hat covers my pet's eyes
- Use a photo with the whole head and both ears in view, then make another take.
- It doesn't look like my pet
- Use a bright, front-facing photo where your pet's face and markings are sharp.
- The tail doesn't wag
- Use a photo where the tail is in view, or make another take; each take moves a little differently.
Questions about Pet Santa
What kind of photo works best?
A sharp, bright photo of one pet facing the camera, with its whole head and ears in view.
Which outfits can I choose?
Santa suit and hat, elf outfit, or reindeer antlers with a scarf. Pick one before you make the take.
Will it still look like my pet?
Yes. The outfit goes on top; your pet's face, fur colour and markings stay its own.
How long does it take?
Usually two to four minutes. You can leave the page; the take is saved in your library when it is ready.
How much does it cost?
40 credits for an 8-second take. If a take fails to generate, its credits go back to your balance automatically.
What happens to my photo?
Your photos are deleted after 30 days, and your takes are private unless you share them yourself.
Can I post it on TikTok or Reels?
Yes. Takes are vertical 9:16 MP4 files made for TikTok, Reels and Shorts. Download the take and post it like any other video.
Can I use any pet photo?
Use photos of your own pet or a pet whose owner agreed. If a person is in the photo, crop them out.
