Some people keep photos. Some keep collars. And then there are those who want their dog’s memory inked forever — and that’s exactly what this piece is about.

This black and grey dog nose tattoo is simple at a glance, but it’s loaded with meaning. Every line, every little texture, captures that one thing we all miss when they’re gone — that nose nudging your hand when you least expect it.
Done in smooth black and grey shading with soft contrast, it’s proof that you don’t always need a full portrait to tell a story. Sometimes, the tiniest detail says everything.
Whether it’s for a pet that’s passed or one still causing chaos at home, these minimal-but-realistic tattoos are a timeless way to carry your best mate with you — literally.
At Viper Pit Tattoo Studio in Irlam, Manchester, we’ve seen loads of personal tattoos, but these dog designs always hit different. They’re not just ink — they’re family, etched in skin.
📍 Tattoo by: Chris Devereux
🎨 Style: Black & Grey Realism
🐶 Location: Hand / Forearm (client’s choice)
📅 Studio: The Viper Pit Tattoo & Piercing Studio, Irlam – Salford – Manchester