Tragically, our dogs are not permanent fixtures in our lives. However, the impression they leave on us is. Some people decide to commemorate this important relationship with something pretty permanent: tattoos.
Of course, everyone loves a dog paw… Maybe even enough to put one on their skin. With that said, here’s a collection of very cool paw-print inspired tattoos from all around the world.
1. Skunky’s Rainbow Foot
The artist, Jackie Adams, wrote about this first tattoo on her Instagram:
“Replicated our sweetheart doggie Skunky’s #watercolor#pawprint on my sister Jessie yesterday! Skunky, you are a true artist! Thanks for putting up with almost 200 pawprints before we got that perfect one!”
2. A Two Spot Foot
This precious little spotted foot was designed by artist Sarah Genereux in San Diego CA.
3. Metallic Toes
Lisa Sicignano inked this simple but gorgeous paw tattoo.
4. Two Little Foot Stamps
Italian tattoo artist Jennifer made these two distinctly different prints above two different ankles.
5. A Colorful Impression
This artist also designs colorful pups and other character tattoos.
6. Vito’s Rainbow
On Instagram, Liz Russy wrote: “Paw print tattoo for my first born dog baby!” A gorgeous tribute indeed.
7. Luszi’s Steps
These beautiful spring designs come from an artist in Budapest.
8. For Snoop
Snoop will never be forgotten, that’s for sure.
9. “Doodle branded me”
Doodle looks like he knows this imprint will last for life.
10. Face In Paw
Ray Young inked this amazing doggie tattoo art.
11. Shihloh’s Paws
Both of Shiloh’s feet made it on to his person’s leg.
12. Little Love
Sarah Van Gestel from Belgium came up with this creative dedication.
13. Juno Would Be Proud
This tribute to Juno went from ink on paper to ink on skin.
14. “In memory of a good person’s family member”
An artist from Cyprus designed this gorgeous and realistic paw.
15. “My girl’s exact paw print”
Clearly, this lucky Lab really inspires her mom.
16. Forever In My Heart And On My Back
I absolutely love this tiny heart inside a tiny doggie foot.
17. Painted Toes
A client in North Carolina wanted her dog’s unique splotch on her leg forever.
18. Another Set Of Painted Toes
Pups don’t seem to mind too much when someone dunks their foot in paint.
19. The Dog Approves Of His Paw Print
The “after” shot says it all. He looks so honored to be the inspiration for art!
20. R.I.P. Bones!
After completing this lovely tribute, the artist wrote:
“Animal memorial tattoos are never easy. Thank you Doug for trusting me with this one!”
21. A Muddy Day Forever
This adorable tattoo truly looks like muddy paw prints on a clean floor.
22. Making a splash
Finally: here’s a beautiful artistic interpretation of a real pup’s paw!
23. A perfect pair of paws
“Because even forever doesn’t seem long enough with you ❤️🐾
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Look at those babies, I just love them so so much 😍”
The space our animals take up our skin pales in comparison to the space they take up in our hearts.
H/T: Virallk.com
Featured Image: @fairytrails/Instagram
Toledo, United States.
