How to Order Personal Checks (Step-by-Step Guide)


Ordering personal checks online is straightforward once you know what information is required. Here’s what to expect when placing an order through a check printer.

Who Prints and Ships These Checks?

PetChecksDirect does not print or ship checks.

We bring animal- and pet-themed check designs together in one place and connect you with the printer offering the design to complete your order.

All orders are completed directly through established check printers, who handle secure checkout, printing, fulfillment, shipping, and customer service related to your order.

What You’ll Need Before Ordering

Before placing an order, it helps to have the following information ready:

  • Your bank’s routing number
  • Your checking account number
  • Your starting check number
  • The name or names to be printed on the checks
  • The address exactly as you want it printed

This information is entered only on the printer’s secure checkout page.

Choosing Your Check Format

Most check printers offer a few standard format options:

Single checks
One check per transaction. Common for basic personal use.

Duplicate checks
Includes a carbonless copy beneath each check for recordkeeping purposes. Often preferred by small businesses, landlords, or anyone who wants a written record.

Quantity options
Available in different pack sizes depending on how frequently you write checks.

Design, Covers, and Address Labels

The check design shown on PetChecksDirect matches the design you’ll order from the printer.

During checkout, you may also be offered optional add-ons such as:

  • Coordinating checkbook covers
  • Matching address labels

These options are selected directly on the printer’s website.

Pricing & Discounts

Pricing varies by printer, check format, and quantity.

Personal checks are often eligible for promotional discounts. Current offers can be found on our Coupons and Discounts page.

Shipping & Delivery

Checks are printed to order.

Standard and expedited shipping options are shown during checkout, along with estimated delivery times provided by the printer.

Are These Checks Secure?

Checks printed by established printers include standard banking security features required for acceptance by U.S. banks, such as MICR encoding and fraud-deterrent elements.

Ordering through a recognized check printer helps ensure your checks meet current banking standards.

Reorders, Replacements & Updates

Most people reorder checks periodically or when account information changes.

If you plan to reorder the same design in the future, bookmarking your favorite check page on PetChecksDirect can make it easier to find again.

How PetChecksDirect Helps

PetChecksDirect specializes in animal- and pet-themed personal checks. We curate designs and connect you with trusted printers so you can place your order with confidence.