Some people have so much love for dogs that they want to have it inked on them forever.
Some have opted for an exact replica of their dog babies. Some have the favorite photos of their dogs who’ve passed away immortalized on their bodies. And some just love dogs that much.
Want to see what the tattoo designers and those who get inked displayed the love for canines? Here are 75 designs that perfectly captured that love.
1. Wishlist
Really edgy tattoo of a dog. We wonder which dog it’s inspired from. It’s definitely a tattoo idea that’s perfect for any dog lover.
2. Deep connection
This design perfectly captures the deep connection a human has with their dog. Other simple ideas could also be the human stroking his dog’s head or the dog licking his hand.
3. Memorial tattoo
This is one of many memorial dog tattoos to be featured here. This is a beautiful design that evokes the good memories she had with her dog.
4. Portrait
He’s got a portrait of his dog on his arm. No matter what happens, he’s always got her with him.
5. Like a painting
We love how this tattoo design looks so much like a painting. This’ll definitely make you smile every time you look at it.
6. To be or not to be?
When you can’t make a choice between a heart and a dog because who can? This is a great design combining both.
7. Who’s the star?
He’s the star and he knows it. Now he’ll be able to get whatever he wants.
8. Symbolic dog
This is a fine interpretation and symbolism for a dog. There’s a clear display of classiness, love, and appreciation for the canine animal.
9. Sharing a hug
This is a colorful design of a dog hugging his human. So much love is felt in this design.
10. Hi, Winston!
Look at Winston, proud of the tattoo design clearly inspired by him. Did he pose for the design?
11. An authentic design
Not only did they perfectly capture his individuality as dog, but they also included the small details that make him him. There’s the snow on his nose, mouth and ears, and the tousled head of hair, not to mention the scowl and those piercing eyes. This is unbelievable!
12. A revolution
It’s a revolution! Dog and man have banded together to take down their number one enemy.
13. Her little baby
Her little puppy has been amazingly captured in this design! So much personality depicted in this design.
14. Buddies for life
Two buddies sit beside each other and stare at the sky. Buddies for life.
15. This loyal dog
This dog sits and waits for his human. Dogs are so loyal.
16. Fancy doggy
This dog is pretty cool with his striped scarf and flat cap. And let’s not forget the glasses! Dogs are smart after all and this really captures that!
17. Pinky promise tattoos
These two best friends are different. One is a dog person and the other is a cat person. This tattoo design perfectly captures their friendship and their individuality, too.
18. Dog in paws
This is really cool. Look at the dog captured intimately within those pawprints. Love this!
19. Exact replica
This might be in memory of this lovely dog. The small details are just so intricate!
20. Puppy with poppy
Aww, look at this puppy! He’s offering a flower gift to his human. So sweet!
21. Musicophile puppy
Look at this cool design of a dog listening to his favorite music. Do not disturb this music lover!
22. Love of her life
This design shows it’s so obvious they are each other’s loves of their lives. Look at those eyes!
23. Full of colors
Wow, another watercolor portrait! She always uses these four colors, which really highlights the love between dog and human in this design.
24. Two styles
This is such a unique concept. It’s a design of the dog’s head but captured in two different styles. This definitely says a lot about the personality of the dog. Or their human parent!
25. In memoriam
She might not be into tattoos but knows she wants to get one in memory of Zie. It’s small but clearly placed somewhere she’ll be able to see her dog any time she wants.
26. An homage
A tattoo in homage of her snow white dog. He may still be alive but he will always be remembered. Forever.
27. The tramp!
It’s the tramp from Disney! He’s probably her most favorite dog ever. And she’ll have him with her forever.
28. Hi, world
He wants to say hi to everyone. Wave, everybody!
29. Art deco dog
What an awesome art deco design! This doggy looks so alive!
30. A tribute
What an awesome tribute to the one who helped her recover. He will always be remembered.
31. Stack of colored dogs
Look at this stack of colored art deco dogs! Maybe it’s his dogs depicted in a different, colorful interpretation. No matter, they look really cool!
32. A lovely memory
Maybe the two of them are already gone and this is a great memorial to the two of them. No matter, it’s a beautiful design.
33. Best friends together
Buddies for life, these two look like they create trouble wherever they go. What do you think?
34. Only for her
This is a beautiful tribute to her dog. And it’s placed in a spot where only she can appreciate it.
35. Dog heart
Did her dog love to play with the butterflies? He probably had the biggest heart out of everyone she knew.
36. A messy doggy
A dog is never clean whenever he plays with his humans. And instead of inking the mud, they made it colorful instead.
37. Puppy love
Captured during good times, this puppy has been memorialized in his human’s life forever. And when she talks about him to others, she can proudly show his cute face to anyone.
38. A promise to each other
Their love has been tattooed on both their wrists. Was he their first child?
39. Majestic memoriam
A majestic portrait of the fallen. It’s beautiful to have him covered in his favorite flowers.
40. Native Ewok
He looks like a cross between a Native Indian and an Ewok. Don’t cross him!
41. So much hope
They have parted ways. But she’s got hope. They will meet again in another life.
42. Two puppies
Two buddies sit side by side. What are they looking at? What are they watching?
43. Flying dog
Maybe he loves it when they fly together on a hot air balloon. Or myabe his dog loves balloons and took it on step further with this design.
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44. Modern art
This is not just an ink design. This is a modern art painting of her dog. How lovely!
45. Sweet dog
What a sweet, sweet dog. And all these flowers wrapped around him makes you feel so light and happy.
46. In memory of Violet
She wanted to have a simple design of her dog, Violet, to remind her of her love every day. She will never forget you, Violet.
47. As simple as it gets
Sometimes, all a human parent wants is a simple reminder. He doesn’t need the fancy colors and design.
48. Smiling puppy
Look at this smiling puppy! Such a nice face to see when you need to see it.
49. What a pose!
Posing for his human daddy. Don’t you just love this simple design?
50. My love
They’re each other’s eternal love. And they’ll still be linked forever.
51. Husky in color
There are two sides to every person and every dog. One that’s simple and one that’s very colorful!
52. Playing in the mud
Dogs love to play in the dirt, keeps them alive. And this one accurately captures her dog digging the dirt.
53. Profile picture
His profile has been perfectly captured with this design. And she’s keeping him close to her heart, too.
54. His little wolfie
A tribute to his little wolfie, complete with a floral sash. How beautiful and touching!
55. Love knows no language
Love between humans and dogs knows no boundary. They may be apart but they will meet again.
56. Blue bow
All the important details are there, including the blue bow around his neck. That shouldn’t be forgotten.
57. Black dog
Black dog on the wrist. Always waiting. Always protecting.
58. Yin yang
They are each other’s yin and yang. They love each other. They complete each other.
59. In memory of…
He keeps his heart on his sleeve. And it makes so much sense that he keeps his dog on his sleeve, where his heart is.
60. What a surprise!
It’s a little surprise on the hand. And it’s a very nice surprise!
61. Shadow play
What a lovely design! It’s even got a little bit of shadow play. How beautiful!
62. Artist sketch
An artist sketch inked on her leg. But wow, look at the eyes!
63. Silly play
Dog chasing his bone. That will always bring a smile to anyone’s face.
64. Three musketeers
Three brothers. Three best friends. Triple the love all around.
65. Floral crown
She is the queen of his heart. No matter where she is, she will always be the queen.
66. Dog with bowtie
He’s so dapper with his bowtie. What a cutie!
67. Glowing dog
Dog with blue light. Because he brought the light to your life.
68. Abstract dog
She may not have always understood him every day. But she always loved him.
69. Beautiful depiction
His beauty perfectly captured with this ink. His human can stare at this for hours.
70. Rugrats
These four must create so much mischief. And they’re always moving around, making it so hard to capture them.
71. Coco
Coco on the ankle. He will always remember Coco.
72. Queen and princess
The queen and princess on her arm. They will always be with her.
73. Cartoon
A cartoon captured. Under the moonlight, he will always be protecting him.
74. Watercolor portrait
It’s not just a portrait of her dog. It’s watercolor design beautifully made to give the design simple highlights.
75. Different angles
It’s one dog but in three different positions. This design is so unique to this furparent and their dog.
Some people have so much love for dogs that they want to have it inked on them forever.
Some have opted for an exact replica of their dog babies. Some have the favorite photos of their dogs who’ve passed away immortalized on their bodies. And some just love dogs that much.
Want to see what the tattoo designers and those who get inked displayed the love for canines? Here are 75 designs that perfectly captured that love.