Celebrate National Pet Day with LEGO’s Adorable Animal-Inspired Sets

April 11th is National Pet Day—a day to honor the furry (and not-so-furry) companions who bring love and companionship into our lives. But what if you don’t have a pet to spend the day with? The LEGO Group has the perfect solution with their wonderful animal-themed play sets in the form of fun, buildable representations of traditional and exotic companions—no fur, no mess, but fun!

Whether you’re the proud owner of a pet or someone who has always wanted to have one, LEGO’s variety can help you create adorable animals using bricks, encouraging imaginative play while learning children about pet life. And they’re hypoallergenic and perfect for those who can’t quite commit to having a real pet yet.

LEGO animal-themed sets create a complete range of animals, from dogs and cats right up to rabbits and even farm animals. Some of the following are some of the features:

LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Playful Cat (SKU 31163) – Construct a playful cat, a happy dog, or a curious pigeon, along with accessories such as a food bowl, toy mouse, and ball of yarn.

LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Sweet Bunny (SKU 31162) – Turn bricks into a bunny, llama, or a seal, with themed add-ons like a carrot and a grass patch.

LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Lovely Dogs (SKU 31137) – Build variant sets of poseable dog varieties, beagles, poodles, huskies, and dachshunds. Add-ons like a toy rabbit and dog-walking leash bring the puppies to life.

LEGO DUPLO Town Animals Caring at the Farm (SKU 10416) – Perfect for little builders (ages 2+), the set includes a farmhouse, stable, chicken coop, and horses, sheep, cows, and chicken figures.

LEGO Ideas Tuxedo Cat (SKU 21349) – This stunning 1,710-piece model is an authentic black-and-white cat model where the builder can adjust its head, ears, paws, and tail for different posing.

These sets provide a creative and enjoyable way to commemorate National Pet Day—whether you already own a pet or simply love animals. Additionally, they are an interactive, hands-on experience that kids and adults alike will enjoy, making them a great gift or activity for the day.

So, for a fun celebration of the day, have a go at creating your own fun friend using LEGO. No trip to the vet, no fur—just plain fun!