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16 Tiny Animal Tattoos: From Cats To Penguins And Dogs

From sleeping cats, to happy penguins and adorable hedgehogs.

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Whether it's a portrait of your beloved pet or an image of your spirit animal, tiny animal tattoos are becoming the latest tattoo trend to hit the art world, and we're completely on board.

It's showing a softer side to the tattoo industry which is rapidly growing more popular. Tattoo artist Loz Tattooer at South City Market believes the rising popularity is due to changing opinions. 'I think tattoos in general have become a lot more widely accepted, so, in turn, people are getting more visible tattoos,' says Loz. 'Ten or twenty years ago people with tattoos were still seen as wrong un's ,whereas now I think that attitude has changed'.

The tinier and more detailed, the better. We've rounded up all the cutest mini animal tattoos to inspire you to take the plunge.

1

Lion & Cub

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It may always remind you of that one scene in The Lion King we don't like to think about.

2

Frenchie

Nothing says I love my pet quite like a portrait of their face.

3

Dragons

For those obsessed GOT fans.

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4

Hedgehogs

Just some humble hedgehogs.

5

Horse

For those equestrian fanatics out there.

6

Polar Bear

We feel like David Attenborough would approve.

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7

Dolphin

They are the smartest mammal after all.

8

Pigeon

Could take a walk round Trafalgar Square to see them, could get one tattooed on your arm.

9

Leopard

A perfect pairing for your leopard print wardrobe.

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10

Butterfly

So very 90's.

11

Turtle

Not quite the same as swimming with them but it'll do for now.

12

Lady Bird

The one insect nobody seems to mind having around.

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13

Fish

This is giving us strong Finding Nemo vibes.

14

Penguin

Happy feet.

15

Tiger

A powerful icon that speaks for itself.

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16

Sleepy Cat

Our favourite temperamental feline to have in the home.

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