For many centuries, and in many cultures, the image of a dog has been the emblem for a loyal and jovial spirit. They have also been seen as the protectors and companions of man. Dog tattoos are often meant to be a symbol of this; they are meant to show either these qualities in the wearer’s own personality, or their love of the animal itself.
Many dog tattoos are culled from real life images. These are often of the wearer’s own pet, and are usually done in a portrait style. Quite commonly, these pieces show the image of a dog in action; that is, running through a field, jumping to catch a ball, or rolling around on the ground.
Sometimes these depictions are more aggressive and show the dog growling, perhaps even foaming at the mouth, or on the verge of attacking. Sometimes this style is used as something of a memorial to a pet that has died, and show only the head, neck and shoulders alongside a name and possibly dates.
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