Paw Print Tattoo Designs

1. Dog Paw Print Tattoo

Where better to start off than with man's best friend and the most popular pet in the world, the Dog? Dog Tattoos symbolize loyalty, protection, and unconditional love, which are all traits associated with dogs. This incredible Dog Tattoo has parts of the dog’s face imprinted onto its own paw print. 

2. Cat Paw Print Tattoo

Of course, the second on the list could only be the Cat. Cat Tattoos symbolize individuality, independence, freedom, spirituality, and survival. If you love these Paw Print Tattoo Designs with pets' faces in them, then check out tattooist_kimria for more similar incredible pieces of work. 

3. Bear Paw Print Tattoo

If you’re looking for a Paw Print Tattoo that is a little more fearsome, then try out this Bear Tattoo. Bear Tattoos symbolize strength, protection, harmony, balance, bravery, and a warrior's spirit. 

4. Lion Paw Print Tattoo

Another fearsome Paw Print Tattoo, except this time, you’ll need to have a good understanding of animal anatomy to figure out what it is. This Tattoo on the neck is off some Lion paws with some little red splash effects. A Lion tattoo symbolizes nobility, strength, pride, and patience. 

5. Wolf Paw Print Tattoo

This gorgeous Paw Print Tattoo has two wolf paws, one with the face of the wolf imbued into it and the other a simple wolf print that includes a nice little blue love heart. Wolf Tattoos symbolize independence, courage, and a strong personal journey. 

6. Hamster Tattoo

Possibly one of the smallest Paw Print Tattoos you can get. This adorable little design is of a hamster paw. Did you know hamsters’ incisor teeth have no roots and never stop growing? They keep their teeth sharp and prevent them from overgrowing by knawing, that's why they always bite the metal on their cages. Hamster Tattoos can symbolize playfulness, curiosity, and adaptability.

7. Yeti Paw Print Tattoo

If you’re still on the hunt for either Big Foot or the Yeti, then why not get yourself a Yeti Paw Print Tattoo? Big Foot or Sasquatch is a North American Mythological Tattoo creature or creatures said to be a large human-like ape that lives in the forests of North America. The Yeti is a similar creature, but this time is said to be found in the Himalayan mountain range in Asia.

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8. Deer Track Tattoos

These aren’t paw prints, you fool! They’re tracks it’s not the same thing! I know, I know, but I still wanted to include something a little different. Anyway, Deer Tattoos symbolize grace, elegance, intelligence, and motherhood, and you can also get a Deer Track Tattoo if you’re a hunter.

9. Bird Claw Print Tattoo

Another for the ‘It’s not a paw print’ tattoo list, this time we have some bird footprints. Your Bird Tattoo symbolism will depend entirely on which bird you choose to adorn yourself in, but with over 11,000 bird species known to exist, you’re in no shortage of choice. This Bird Claw Tattoo is of two Canaries who sadly passed away. 

10. Bearded Dragon Print Tattoo

Pogona, more commonly known as Bearded Dragons, is a genus of reptiles that contains eight known species. The name Bearded Dragon comes from the underside of the animal's throat, which can inflate due to stress or for mating reasons. Their diet consists mainly of insects and vegetation. They are primarily found throughout much of Australia and inhabit environments such as deserts and shrublands.

11. Chimpanzee Foot Tattoo

Our closest cousin, the Chimpanzee is a species of great ape native to the forests and savannahs of tropical Africa. There are currently four species of chimpanzees in existence, with a fifth proposed one. Chimpanzees are listed on the IUCN Red List as an endangered species. If you are passionate about helping chimpanzees, then consider donating to Project Chimps to help support former research apes in their new forever homes. 

12. Multiple Animal Footprint Tattoo

If you love all different kinds of animals, then why not get multiple Paw Print Animal Tattoos?

This super amazing design has a whole slew of different animal prints, including dogs, bears, horses, birds, and deer, to name just a few. 

13. Landscape Paw Print Tattoo

Rather than trying to capture the essence of your chosen animal in your Paw Print Tattoo, instead, why not capture the environment that they live in? This beautiful landscape Tattoo is in the shape of a paw and features mountains, trees, a river, and the night sky within its design. 

14. Mirror Paw Print Tattoo

You can add other elements to your Paw Print Tattoo Design also. This lovely design has a paw print with a filigree mirror. Filigree refers to an ornamental work of fine (typically gold or silver) wire formed into delicate tracery.

15. Dream Catcher Tattoo

Dream catchers are talismans created by Native American tribes to protect sleepers from bad dreams, nightmares, and evil spirits. There is a legend that the dreamcatchers originated thanks to Asibikaashi, a spider woman who took care of the children and the people on the land. As it was difficult for Asibikaashi to reach all the children, mothers and grandmothers weaved webs for the children, using willow hoops and sinew or cordage made from plants. 

16. Mandala Paw Print Tattoo

Mandala Tattoos are intricate, circular designs that incorporate geometric patterns and repetitive elements. The word "mandala" comes from Sanskrit and means "circle" or "discoid object.” Mandalas have been used in many ancient cultures, including Hinduism, Buddhism, and Native American traditions, as tools for meditation, spiritual connection, and self-expression.

17. Colorful Paw Print Tattoo

If you want to add a bit more color to your Paw Print Tattoo, try out a design like this one. This beautiful little Tattoo design has multiple different flowers, plants, and vines making up the shape of the paw, which is filled with multiple vibrant colors. 

18. Realistic Paw Tattoo

Not quite a paw print but rather the paws themselves, but these adorable little tattoos are too good not to share. This Tattoo Design is of two dogs’ little feet and paws done absolutely impeccably with realistic-looking fur and textures. 

19. Tracks Tattoo

You don’t have to settle for just one Paw Print Tattoo, instead, why not go for 2, 3, or a whole collection of them? This way, it will give the impression that an animal was walking all over you with its tiny little feet.

20. Paws and Nose Tattoo

Another cute idea for your pet’s paw tattoo idea is to add in their nose aswell. This cute little design has each foot on either side of the dog’s nose, which makes it look like the dog is bending down forward to sniff something.

21. Minimalist Paw Print Tattoo

Minimalist Tattoos are works of art that are self-contained and focus on removing nonessential elements to achieve simplicity. These Tattoos use crisp black or colored lines, negative space, and sparse color palettes, conveying a design that is both clean and simple.

22. Love Heart Paw Print Tattoo

If you really want to show your love for your pets or animals in general, try adding a love heart to its design. Love Heart Tattoos symbolize love, commitment, unity, harmony or can even express loss. This nice paw print tattoo has a simplistic outline of a heart next to the paw.

23. Commemorative Paw Print Tattoo

If you have already lost your pet and want to carry their memory with you wherever you go, try getting yourself a Commemorative Paw Print Tattoo. This Tattoo style is a simpler and easier way to commemorate your beloved friend without needing to go for a full portrait. 

24. Writing And Paw Print Tattoo

If you want to say something with your Paw Print Tattoo, then why not just write it into its design? This simple yet elegant Tattoo Design has the word love written at the center, replacing the ‘o’ in love with a paw print, and at the end of the script has some more lovely pawprints that gradually get smaller as they go on.

25. Heart Beat Paw Print Tattoo

If you adore your pets, then honor your love for them with this super cool Heartbeat Paw Print Tattoo. This design has a heartbeat monitor line showing a fast heartbeat, finishing off with a Paw Print with a love heart, similar to the design shown before.

26. Kirby Tattoo

If you love Print Tattoos and Video Game Tattoos, why not combine your love for both with a design like this Kirby Cat Paw Tattoo? Kirby is the titular character and protagonist of the Kirby series created by the legendary Masahiro Sakurai for Nintendo. Kirby was initially going to be called Popopo before Nintendo and HAL chose to change the name of the game and its protagonist so that it would appeal to Western audiences. 

27. Pet Names Tattoo

Another idea for your Paw Print Tattoo is to simply place each pet's name under the paw print that belongs to them. This lovely little tattoo has a replica of each of the wearer's pets with their names positioned below each one. 

28. Jelly Bean Tattoo

Here is a cute little idea that might be cool for someone with a sweet tooth. This funny Paw Print Tattoo has jelly beans in place of the toes. Did you know that the history and origin of the Jelly Bean have seemingly been lost to time? According to one story, William Schrafft urged people to buy them as gifts for soldiers during the Civil War, but most historians contend that jelly beans were first associated with celebrations of Easter in the United States.

29. Watercolor Paw Print Tattoo

Unlike traditional tattoos, which often have clear, solid lines and bold colors, Watercolor Tattoos are known for their subtle color gradients and soft, bleeding edges. The ink is applied in a way that allows colors to blend seamlessly into one another, creating a gentle and fluid appearance.

30. Sky And Paw Tattoo

Sky Tattoos symbolize a sense of freedom and expansiveness, as the sky is often associated with vastness and limitless possibilities. A Sky Tattoo can also symbolize transformation and change as the sky changes from day to night and through various weather conditions. This Tattoo may symbolize how the owner's pet has passed away and now exists in the limitlessness and vastness of the sky. 

31. Paw And Paw Print Tattoo

Here is a cool idea to go for with your Paw Print Tattoo, this design has a pup/cub placing its paw on the print of a larger animal, most likely its mother or father. This Tattoo Design symbolizes walking in someone's footsteps and continuing on their legacy. 

32. Space Tattoo 

If you ever had dreams of blasting off into space and exploring the stars with your best friend, then why not consider getting a Space Paw Print Tattoo. This could even be in honor of Laika, the first dog to orbit the Earth, flying on the Soviet spacecraft Sputnik 2 on November 3, 1957. 

33. Floral Paw Print Tattoo

Floral Tattoos come with a range of symbolism based on which flower you choose to go for. With over 300,000 known species of flowering plants in the world, you are in no shortage of potential symbolism to choose from. This gorgeous Paw Print Tattoos shape is made out of flowers and stems.

34. Head Outline Paw Print Tattoo

Here is a truly unique design for your Paw Print Tattoo. In this design, the shape of the print is made out of the heads of dogs and a few flowers underneath. If you have multiple different animals, you can opt to get your paw print design made out from the head outlines of all your pets. 

35. Disney Paw Print Tattoo

If you are a lover of Disney Tattoos, then you will love this Disney Paw Print Tattoo. Similar to the Paw and Paw Print Tattoo Design, in this Tattoo Design, we have Simba stepping into the footprint of his father, Mufasa, along with his words, ‘You are more than what you have become,’ which he said upon appearing to Simba in a vision.

36. Dog Face Tattoo

Lastly, I leave you with one of the most clever and cute ideas for your Paw Print Tattoo Design. In this design, the paw print is in such a way that it is made to look like a dog nose that is made into the shape of a love heart. It is a testament to how clever and inventive tattoo artists are with their designs. 

1. Paw Print Tattoo On Back

The Back is one of the best places to get your Paw Print Tattoo. The back offers a lot of space on a flat surface for large intricate designs, and it is one of the least painful places to get tattooed so long as it isn’t close to bony areas such as the spine. This phenomenal tattoo is of all prints belonging to animals seen during a safari. 

2. Chest Paw Print Tattoo

Chest Tattoos are another great place for your Paw Print Tattoo. For men, this location has a lot of muscle to dampen the pain. For women, it can be a bit more challenging due to the anatomy of the breast, however, you can get a gorgeous Tattoo Design such as this one that sits gorgeously above the chest on the collarbone. 

3. Forearm Paw Print Tattoo

If you want to show off your Tattoo Design as often as possible, get yourself a Forearm Tattoo.

This location is an excellent spot that allows you to show off and hide your chosen ink by simply rolling up or down your sleeve. The forearm is also one of the least painful places to get inked. 

4. Paw Print Tattoo On Wrist

Wrist Tattoos are subtle and elegant Tattoo Designs. The wrist is an extremely delicate spot that makes for an extremely feminine design for women, but it can also look like a powerful gauntlet for men with the correct design. Keep in mind that the wrist has thin skin and is close to veins, nerves, and tendons, so it is a painful location to get worked on. 

5. Arm Paw Print Tattoo

Last but certainly not least is the arm. The arm is one of the most popular places for first-time tattooers, as it can easily be shown off and concealed, but it also offers a lot of space for nicely sized designs. The arm also has a lot of muscle, so it is another nice place to get tattooed for less pain.