Pet portraits are some of the most popular animal tattoos around, so we decided to look at our favorite 15 in this top pet tattoos inspo article. From furry friends like cats and dogs, to fascinating reptiles like snakes and turtles, we hope this collection of imagery will help you build the best idea for your next tattoo.

Most Popular Pet Tattoos

Dog Tattoos

Man’s best friend has always made for great inspiration. Many dog tattoos pull in details about one of humans most important companions. You can show loyalty, strength, and happiness with many different styles or motifs. A lot of people choose to get a pet portrait that includes a banner or dog collar to show their name. You can also include a favorite toy, plant, or similar detail that makes your dog tattoo truly personal. Dog memorial tattoos are also a very popular choice, which is something we can understand. We’d love to keep our furry pals with us forever and ever; tattoos help us do that. And they can often help us deal with the pain of losing a loved one, even if it’s as simple as a dog print tattoo or micro portrait.

Cat tattoos are one of the most popular designs, and we can see why. Not only is it an awesome way to memorialize your favorite pet, but artists can be really creative when planning a pet tattoo. Cat’s, like many animals on this list, have a lot of texture and pattern to their fur. Realism cat tattoos can be stunning and truly capture the personality of your pet. Whether curled up and purring, or chasing butterflies in the sun, felines make for great tattoos.

A truly loving and cuddly pet, rabbit tattoos often capture the charming qualities of these animals. If you’re looking for a tattoo of this cute creature, we suggest adding in details from nature such as favorite florals or a carrot snack. Bunny tattoos can be done in Realism, Watercolor, Illustrative, and many other styles, but our favorite rabbit tattoo usually shows some high energy movement or the soft texture of their fur.

Horse Tattoos

One of nature’s most regal creatures, to be sure, is the horse. This animal has inspired many artists, and horse tattoos continue to be an iconic design within tattooing. Perhaps the best example of this is Pharaohs Horses, an image that shows three stallions, their hair whipping in the wind. If your favorite pet is of the equine species, there are many different details you could choose for your horse tattoo design. Our favorites include tack accessories, details from nature, or even folk patterns decorating the horse’s skin or saddle.

Bird Tattoos

We’re delighted that there are just as many unique bird tattoos as there are species flying in the sky! Many pet owners who call birds their feathered friends can think of wonderful details to accompany their design, such as toys, flowers, or name banners. Of course, because bird tattoos have so many feathers, and colors, often a straightforward portrait is just the thing to perfectly capture your bff.