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Most of the time, we get tattoos because the image we want imprinted on our skin means a lot to us. It reflects who we are, what we like, and what we value in life. That’s why it is absolutely understandable that so many people choose to get tribute tattoos of their pets. 

If you want your four-pawed or two-winged pet to become your tattoo model, there are so many options you can choose from. An animal lover tattoo can vary from an actual portrait to something symbolic that only makes sense to you, and anything in between. If you decide to ink your little friend on your skin, I would recommend finding an artist who is not only great at their art but also really loves animals. That way you’ll make sure your dog tattoo (or iguana tattoo) is not only beautiful but also exudes your good boi or gal’s personality. 

And yes, unfortunately when the time comes, our pets leave us to go over the rainbow bridge. It’s hard and unfair, yet we can do nothing about it. But if you want to keep their memory as close as possible, pet memorial tattoos are one way of doing so. Simple memorial tattoos can also help in coping with the grief of loss. 

Of course, pet tattoos are not limited to cat and dog tattoo options. Each pet absolutely deserves to be celebrated in every possible way. If you are considering this, we have collected some pet tattoo ideas that will hopefully inspire you to come up with a great tattoo design of your pet friend.

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I Drew This Dog Last Year, A Follower Tattooed It, I Can't Explain How Much Love That This Drawing Received

A dog arm tattoo

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Do You Know Why Dogs Die So Early? Because They Are Born Knowing How To Love, While Human Beings Take A " Whole Life For This"

Dog digging something tattoo

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My Cat, Meonji. It's My First Tattoo Ever And Took 11 Hours

Cat's face tattoo

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I Lost My Gorgeous Boy Sebastian Last Month. Today, I Had My First Tattoo, In His Honour

Cat wearing a witch hat tattoo

Sebastian made it to 15, surviving 2 dog attacks and being hit by a car twice. He was the best boy and I'm honoured to have him with me every day.

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#9

Paçoquinha With One Of Her Favorite Things To Eat: Banana (Second To Mommy's Socks)

Dog's face tattoo

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Maxx: Hey Look It’s Me!

Labrador Retriever calf and shoulder tattoos

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timothy (he/they)
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

it turned out so well!! and im a big fan that the matching tattos that arent obviously matching

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Cats Sitting Huddled Together

Two cats looking at their reflection in the puddle

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Atlas
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m in love the style and colors they’re just, mwah chefs kiss

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Memorial Piece Of My Cat By John Leroux

Cat's face tattoo

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CelticElff
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a gorgeous Siamese kitty! I'm sorry for your loss but am sure he/she is waiting to loudly greet you once you are reunited <3

#19

Got My Dog And Bunny Tattooed On My Calf Today

Dog and bunny tattoo

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#20

I Love Doing People And Pet Portraits. This Puppies Name Is Whiskey And He’s 11! I Was So Happy To Do This For His Owner

Dog's face with flowers tattoo

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#24

Here Is The Beautiful Result Of My First Session On My Dog's Portrait

Dogs portrait tattoo

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#25

The First Is Welsh Corgi And The Second One Is Whippet. Now, Wherever You Go, They Will Walk With You On Your Ankle

Welsh Corgi and Whippet walking tattoo

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#26

Look At This Brusinha Dog. And She Offers Looks, My People, She Even Has A Denim Jacket

Dog wearing a sweater tattoo

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#27

Someone Suggested I Post My Cat Bellie Tattoo Here. The Artist Used 3 Photos Of My Adorable Winnie And This Is The End Result

Cat lying in his back tattoo

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#28

Sunday Introducing Lazy Friends

Dog lying tattoo

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Benjamin Brogan
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Puppy Butt! Cuteness Factor Scale of Zero to Ten ( 0-10 ) ... I'd say this one's at least a 14!

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I Got A Guinea Pig Print Tattoo In Honour Of Pocket. Miss You Every Day, Bud

Guinea pig paw print tattoo

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Her Cat And Her First Tattoo

Cat's face tattoo

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timothy (he/they)
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

so well done!! definetly check out the artist, she has a very impressive profile!! https://www.instagram.com/bklyn_brig/

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#41

These Beautiful Babies

Pets faces arm tattoo

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#46

This Portrait Of Billie Has Got To Be One Of My Fave Pieces Made This Year, Due To So Many Reasons

Rabbit with flowers tattoo

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#47

Memorial Tattoo Of My Cat Tommy. He Is Still Missed Very Much

cat hiding behind the tree branches tattoo

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A Portrait Of Lila

Dog's face tattoo

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#52

I Named My Dog Garrus After One Of My Favorite Characters. Today I Got A Tattoo Of Him

Dog robot holding a blaster tattoo

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#57

And Here Comes The Controversy. Cute For Being So Weird Or Simply Beautiful By Nature

Pug's face tattoo

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#58

4 Cm Of Pure Love And An Irresistible Look. Thais, Thank You So Much For Your Trust. It Was A Pleasure To Immortalise This Beautiful Baby

Dog's face tattoo

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#61

The Sweetest Little Pet Memorial Tattoo For A Sphinx Angel. Incorporated The Same Butterfly And Flowers From Her Headstone

Cat with flowers tattoo

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#63

To Celebrate A Decade With My Cockatiel Audrey, I Got Her Portrait As My First Tattoo

Parrot with leaves tattoo

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#64

Work From A Few Weeks Ago. Pet Dog Portrait

Dogs face arm tattoo

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#68

Tattoo By Amanda

Geometrical dogs' face tattoo

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#69

Finished Up This Dog Portrait Today! Pups Name Is Judas

Dog's face tattoo

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#70

Dogs Pet Tattoo

Two dogs calf tattoo

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#71

Had The Honor Of Immortalising The Lovely Ginger Today

Orange cat tattoo

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#72

Composition Of My Dogs And Flowers

Teo dogs and flowers tattoo

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#73

Dog Tattoo

Dog's face tattoo

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#75

First Pet, Yellow Spicy

Parrot tattoo

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#76

Hei’s Turtle

Turtle swimming tattoo

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#77

Sweet Little Ferret For Destiny

Ferret with flowers tattoo

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#79

It Is To Accompany You And Accompany Me, Our Hearts Will No Longer Wander

Dog's face tattoo

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#80

Portrait Of Her Customer's Dog With A Stolen Paintbrush, For An Artist

Dog holding painting brush tattoo

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#81

My Clients Parakeet. Thank You For Trusting Me With Your First Tattoo

Parrot with flowers tattoo

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#82

I Just Want To Eat Him, Cute Little Pug Tat Done £2 Coin Size

Pug's face tattoo

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#86

Special Kitty Portrait

Cat taking a nap tattoo

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#87

Grumpy Pickle To Bring Back Home To Edmonton

Orange cat with hearts tattoo

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#88

Tattooing Your Pet, Immortalize The Love You Feel For Him

Pet calf tattoo

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#89

Linear Portrait Of Us

Woman hugging her dog tattoo

 
 

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#90

Pet Dog Tattoo

Pet arm tattoo

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#91

On The Wishlist Not Sure Who It Looks Like Though

Dog's face tattoo

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#92

Stylised Cat Portrait

Cat wearing collar tattoo

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#93

Minimalist Dog Portrait For Andrea

Puppy’s face ankle tattoo

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Little Paw Tattoo

Dog's paw tattoo

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#97

Realized This Meme Looks Like My Childhood Hamster, Sent To My Tattoo Artist And Got It Done

Hamster holding a knife tattoo

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#98

My Hamster Paw Print Tattoo. I Got It To Memorialize All The Babies I’ve Loved And Lost, Specifically The Little Man, Norbert

Hamster's paw tattoo

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#99

Tattoo Of My Clients Dog Bruno

Dogs' face tattoo

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#100

My Bunny Done By Anthony Ortega

Bunny with an arrow tattoo

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AspieGirl88
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gosh, I’m not sure about this one. Yeah, it’s beautiful in its own way, but that arrow? 🥺

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