There are several reasons why Spotify is the most popular streaming service in the world. Lack of FLAC support isn’t one of them but we’re positive that the little things also play a role here.
Stuff like Spotify Wrapped – there just isn’t another yearly wrap-up quite like it. Or the Spotify Blend, or the Playlist in a Bottle or – there we go – Spotify Pet Playlist!
Introduced in early 2020, the Pet Playlist Spotify feature does exactly what the name suggests – it creates a playlist that matches your musical taste with your pet’s characher, all through the power of algorithms.
If you want to know more about how these playlists work and how to create your own Spotify Pet Playlist, read on!
- How to Make a Pet Playlist on Spotify: TL; DR
- What Is a Spotify Pet Playlist
- How to Make a Spotify Pet Playlist on Desktop
- Make Your Pet Playlist Spotify on Mobile
- How to Share a Spotify Pet Playlist
- 5 Cool Spotify Pet Playlists
- Spotify Pet Playlist Name Ideas
- FAQs
- Summary
How to Make a Pet Playlist on Spotify: TL; DR
The fastest way to make a Spotify Pet Playlist on any device is to visit Pets.BySpotify.com, hit “Let’s Go” and follow the required steps. You will be asked to describe your pet, plus add their name and image. At the final step, a new public playlist will be added to your Spotify Library, tailored just for your pet.
What Is a Spotify Pet Playlist?
As per the Spotify Pet Playlist FAQ, a Pet Playlist is an algorithmically-generated Spotify playlist that combines your listening habits and your pet’s attributes. You define those attributes during the playlist creation process.
The Pet Playlist Spotify feature was launched in 2020. The company collaborated with David Teie, who is a member of America’s National Symphony Orchestra. He pointed out a few key factors for each animal – like that dogs don’t react well to lower-register music.
Spotify Pet Playlists can be crafted for dogs, cats, hamsters, birds, and iguanas. They don’t include animals that don’t have ears – sorry, pet tarantulas.
Also, Mr. Teie has crafted a Spotify playlist titled Mellow Meowsic, featuring a collection of cat-calming music. If you have a cat listening to music, that one’s for you, and we’ll talk more about it later!
How to Make a Spotify Pet Playlist on Desktop or Laptop
To activate the Pet Playlist Spotify feature, you basically have to visit the official Spotify site and follow a few very basic steps. Even complete beginners can do it – just take it step by step like this:
- 1. Go to the Spotify Pet Playlist page.
- 2. Click “Let’s Go” to activate the Spotify Pet Playlist maker.
- 3. Choose your pet and click “Next”.
- 4. Use the slider to describe your dog. Click “Next” for every question.
- 5. Enter your pet’s name and upload an image. Click “Next”.
- 6. After a brief loading screen, your playlist will be ready. Click “Listen Now” to check it out.
- 7. The pet playlist will be added to your Spotify library automatically as a public playlist. Enjoy!
Make Your Pet Playlist Spotify on Mobile
The Pet Playlist Spotify option is readily available on mobile, too. The process is the same as with the desktop version. It might be even easier because you can take a photo of your pet straight from your phone and add it as the playlist cover.
Anyway, to make a Spotify Pet Playlist on mobile, follow these steps.
- 1. Go to the Pet Playlist Spotify page or this page on Spotify.com.
- 2. Tap the “Let’s Go” button.
- 3. Choose your pet and tap “Next”.
- 4. Follow the next 3 steps to describe your pet.
- 5. Enter your pet’s name and click the “+” symbol to upload your pet’s photo. Tap “Next”.
- 6. You’ll receive the playlist after a brief loading screen. Tap “Listen Now”.
- 7. You’ll be redirected to your Spotify mobile app and the playlist will be added to your Spotify library.
How to Share a Spotify Pet Playlist
There are two ways to answer this question – for us, at least. If you want to share your Spotify Pet Playlist with another Spotify user, the answer is very simple.
Just open your Pet Playlist on any device, hit the three-dot symbol, go to “Share”, and select “Copy link to playlist”. A message saying, “Link copied to clipboard” will pop up.
You can now send that link to your friend however you want – through direct message, any social media, messanged tool, you name it!
Now, the second way to share a Spotify Pet Playlist is to share it with someone on a different streaming service.
To do this – and for free – you can use Tune My Music. You’ll need a Tune My Music, which you get for free, and then to follow these steps:
- 1. Visit the Tune My Music Share page.
- 2. Select Spotify as the Source.
- 3. Click “Load from Spotify account” and grant permission to access your profile if needed. Or, use the playlist URL.
- 4. Select your Spotify Pet Playlist and hit “Share”.
- 5. Click “Save & Share”.
- 6. You will receive a link that you can share with users of all major streaming services.
5 Cool Spotify Pet Playlists
When discussing the best Spotify playlists, pet music isn’t mentioned all that often. But it should be! So, whether you want some cool cat music or maybe some calming dog music, we’ve got you covered.
This Is Calming for Dogs
We know it’s an obvious pick, but it has to be included! This Is Calming For Dogs is a Spotify-curated selection of about 3 hours of dog-calming music. Lo-fi, ambiental, chill – if it’s calming for your doggo, it’s here.
Cat Calming Music
We mentioned this one earlier in the article. Originally titled “Mellow Meowsic”, the “Cat Calming Music” is an official Sptify playlist curaded by David Teie, a cellist of America’s National Symphony Orchestra, who collaborated with Spotify on the whole Pet Playlist project.
Dog Music By Barky
With over 55,000 saves, the Dog Music Playlist by Barky is epic. Barky makes original music, so this is not just a playlist curator, but an artist. Barky’s music is designed to reduce your dog’s stress, making it a top pick for dog anxiety music.
Classical Music for Cats
For the classically-inclined, there’s cool cat music playlist with a fitting name: Classical Music for Cats. The list features all-time greats like Brahms and Mendelssohn, with 40+ compositions clocking in about 3 hours of music your cats deserve.
Calming Music for Pets
This one’s an interesting collaborative playlist. Coming from Calm My Pet in collaboration with Paws & Play, the rundown consists of short, classical, piano-driven pieces to calm every type of pet. Although there’s a dog on the cover, the list is made for all types of pets.
Spotify Pet Playlist Name Ideas
As you might have noticed, the default name of any Spotify Pet Playlist is “[Your Pet’s Name]’s Pet Playlist”. It gets the job done but it can definitely be more creative, right? We already have more than a few Spotify playlist name ideas but we’ll keep this one pet-focused.
- – Dog Music Playlists: Maybe use some puns or plays on words related to your dog’s breed or personality – after all, that’s what Spotify asks for when creating the Pet Playlist. Stuff like “Barking Beats” for energetic pups or “Paws & Relax” for those older chill doggos. For a more active playlist, you might try “Fetch Tunes.”
- – Cat Music Playlists: Cats have that mysterious vibe, so you go with something that reflects their enigmatic nature. “Purr-fect Melodies” captures the soothing side, while “Whisker Wonderland” might suit a more playful mix. For those curious feline explorers, “Meow-sical Adventures” could be a hit.
- – Hamsters: With their small size and energetic nature, hamsters are all about whimsical names. “Wheel Jamz” for their love for running, for example, or “Hamster Grooves” as a fun nod to their lively spirit. If your hamster loves to burrow and relax, “Nibble Notes” could be fitting.
You can also base playlist names on your pet’s favorite activities or quirks. For a pet that loves to nap, “Dreamy Dozes” might be ideal. If your pet is always on the move, try something like “Adventure Anthems” or “Rambunctious Rhythms.”
You can also name the Spotify Pet Playlist after your pet’s favorite treats or toys for a personal touch. A playlist called “Chew Tunes” or “Feathered Beats”.
Pet Playlist Spotify: FAQs
How to Delete a Spotify Pet Playlist?
Deleting a Spotify Pet Playlist isn’t different from deleting a regular Spotify playlist. Just open the playlist, tap the three-dot symbol, and select “Delete”. The playlist will be deleted but you will be able to recover it through the official Spotify website if needed.
How to Rename a Spotify Pet Playlist?
To rename any Spotify playlist, including Pet Playlists, just open the playlist, click on its name, and enter a new one in the window that will pop up. You can also add a playlist description in the same window. Note that a default Spotify Pet Playlist name is “[Your Pet’s Name]’s Pet Playlist”.
Can a Spotify Pet Playlist Be Collaborative?
Yes, you can turn your Pet Playlist into a collaborative Spotify playlist. Just open the playlist, click the three-dot symbol, and select “Invite collaborators”. This will copy a link that you can send to your friends, who can use it to become collaborators.
When Did Spotify Introduce Pet Playlists?
The Pet Playlist Spotify feature was officially introduced in early 2020. Since then, users have generated millions of playlists for their pets. On the National Pet Day in 2022, which is April 11, the streaming platform made all the fan-favorite Pet Playlists available from the app to all users.
How Does Spotify Pet Playlist Work?
A Spotify Pet Playlist is based on algorithms that craft a playlist that combine your regular listening habits with the attributes of your pet. You define those attributes while creating the playlist. As Spotify pointed out, “An energetic dog might get a playlist with tracks that are upbeat while a shy cat might get something with slower tempos”.
Are Spotify Pet Playlists Private?
Any Spotify Pet Playlist you make is Public by default. This means that anyone can find or follow it. To make your Spotify Playlist private (or any other playlist on Spotify, of course), open it, click the three-dot symbol, and select “Make private” from the dropdown menu.
How to Make a Spotify Pet Playlist: Summary
OK, we hope you learned something new about the Spotify Pet Playlist maker today – what it is, how to use it, stuff like that!
We’ll just say once again that the fastest – and only, really – way to create a Spotify Pet Playlist is to go to Pets.BySpotify.com and click the “Let’s Go” button. You’ll then need to select your pet type, describe some of your pet’s attributes, enter their name and image, and wrap it up!
If you like this one, head over to our How To page and learn more useful stuff about all streaming services. Happy listening!
