Pet Portrait Tattoos in Cork

Dog and cat tattoos

There's something special about capturing the essence of your furry (or not so furry) friend in a beautiful pet portrait tattoo that you can carry with you for life.

A skilled artist can take a photo of your pet and turn it into a stunning portrait that truly captures their unique personality and features. Whether you have a dog, cat, bird or any other beloved animal, a pet portrait tattoo is a wonderful way to honour their memory or show off your love and appreciation for your current furry friend.

Get your pet portrait tattoo with Smiley Dogg in Cork

The beauty of pet portrait tattoos is that they can be customised to your preference, whether you want a realistic portrait or a stylised one. Some artists use bold colours and graphic lines to create a pop-art effect, while others prefer a realistic approach that captures every hair and whisker with stunning accuracy.

Whichever style you choose, a pet portrait tattoo is a beautiful way to keep your furry friend close to your heart, even when they're no longer with you. It's a truly special and meaningful way to celebrate the bond you share with your pet and show the world how much they mean to you.

Pet portrait tattoo styles

• Black and grey realism: soft, lifelike fur and expression.
• Colour realism: true eye colour and coat.
• Mini pet portraits: small and delicate, close to micro realism.
• Illustrative or fine line: a simpler, drawn version of your pet.
• Paw prints and names: added alongside the portrait.

Choosing the right photo of your pet

Pick a sharp, well-lit photo taken at your pet's eye level, where the eyes are clear and the fur detail is visible. You can send a few photos so the artist can capture their personality.

Placement and size

Forearms, upper arms, calves and thighs are popular spots for pet portraits. Detailed realism needs a little size to keep the expression clear, while simpler, smaller designs suit the wrist or ankle.

Our pet portrait tattoo artists in Cork

Salva Navalon works in realism, portraits and pet portraits, and Michael also tattoos pet portraits in his own style. Our regular guest realism artists tattoo pets throughout the year too. You can see everyone who does pet portraits on this page.

Aftercare

Follow our tattoo aftercare guide to keep every whisker sharp.

Book your pet portrait tattoo in Cork

If you're a proud pet owner looking for a one-of-a-kind tattoo that celebrates your furry best friend, send us your photos, size and placement today.