A cat tattoo: you love cats, you love tattoos… it’s only right to mix the two!
From cat whiskers tattoos to realistic cat tattoos, and everything in between, we’ve got you covered (whether full or partial sleeve)!
We’ve rounded up this selection from good old Instagram, so be sure to click through to see who the artist is, and find out more of the story behind the cat ink!
Cat Tattoo Ideas
Let’s get into them… and make sure you drop a link in the comment section at the end if you find any more you think we should include!
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This portrait of these two beautiful Sphynx cats is great, isn’t it? They’re so real looking I feel like I know them!
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A black cat tattoo – it looks just like the puss, doesn’t it!?
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From a highly detailed and realistic tattoo to this very simple but nonetheless cool cat tat! It’s super effective having the two different colors as well.
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Another basic, two-color, pussy tattoo. This one is a bit happier with a big smile on its dial!
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Who likes sophisticated, unique tattoos? I think this is pretty cool! This tat goes across both legs and joins in the middle.
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This colorful cat tattoo is an image from the movie Aristocats. It’s a great idea to find a pic you love and use that for your ink.
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Here are two fun space cat tattoos! This Insta Account only features cat tattoos sent in by followers. They always credit the artists as well, so it’s a great spot to find more ideas and to see if there is anyone doing this type of work in your area.
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I just this these space kitty tats are great. The artist who did this work is Patakota!
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A fun cat ankle tattoo idea. What do you think ‘don’t touch’ is all about?
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Love this realistic cat tattoo – those green eyes! Creating a cat memorial tat is a great way to always remember your furry friend when she has passed on.
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Another idea for how to remember your cat when she has gone. Create an adorable memorial on your body. This one is great with the extra elements.
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Beautiful cat tattoo artwork. Such skill and talent go into these pieces which you can keep with you forever.
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For those wanting something a little less realistic, check out this option. It’s another great style for you to choose from – a geometric cat tattoo!
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For all you cat conspiracy theorists out there, here is the tattoo for you! This cat knows more about the intricate workings of the deep state and alien life than you could ever imagine.
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Wow. Did someone say they wanted ultra-realistic cat drawings on their body…
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Is a tiger a cat…? We think so!
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This is a minimalistic, slightly abstract cat tattoo for those who like to be a little different and more complex!
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This poor sausage had lost his eye! Hope he didn’t have an infection. Either way, you want to remember your puss the way it was!
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This is a cool idea. The cat is emerging from a black background!
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Love this tribal cats tattoo! This is for those who love the more historic look.
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This vibrant Japanese cat tat just jumps off the body, doesn’t it!? I love all the magnificent colors.
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A delicate cat picture on the wrist for the dainty customer. This tattoo artist is known for her beautiful intricate designs and often features cats in her art.
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A cat tattoo based on the TV show FRIENDS. The cute idea in freehand style looks great, and perfect for the woman who loves cats!
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Do you love cats enough to get this sweet pussy tattoo? Look at the cute little thing sitting at the table! Such a detailed piece!
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And last but not least, one of my favorites… a CatDog tattoo!
I hope most of you know who CatDog is, but for those who don’t, let’s say he’s just a feline canine little CatDog (CatDog, CatDog, alone in the world is a little CatDog)!
Pussy Cat Tattoo
That’s the end of our cattoo round-up, but there are so many more great cat tattoo designs out there. The great thing about Insta is that you can see the finished results on people, rather than looking at images on sheets of paper!
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Get your lucky cat tattoo today!