Original Title: Cat Dad Takes Devotion To A New Level With 'Cutest Tattoo Ever'

Kyle McAskill is covered in tattoos. He isn’t sure how many, but several honor his cats. His latest tattoo is an unexpected yet fitting tribute to his playful cat, Walter. It isn’t a portrait and doesn’t involve ashes—Walter is alive.

McAskill has two decades of ink, with multiple pieces dedicated to his pets. “I have a few tattoos for my pets — all cats,” he told The Dodo. “Including one using the cremated remains of my first cat, Joshua.”

“I have a few tattoos for my pets — all cats,” McAskill told The Dodo. “Including one using the cremated remains of my first cat, Joshua.”

The most recent pet tattoo is not a traditional portrait; it features an orange plush fish that’s been chewed, pawed, and licked for two years—the toy Walter loves. The tattoo mirrors this quirky tribute rather than depicting the cat itself.

Walter is a rescued cat McAskill adopted in 2023 from Feline Friends Network, a rescue in Ontario, Canada. He is a green-eyed, gray-striped feline described as shy and loving. At about five years old, Walter enjoys chasing balls around the room. McAskill notes Walter looks big and tough but will run for the hills at the slightest sneeze.

As an experienced cat guardian, McAskill follows Walter’s lead in daily routines and cuddling. Walter values solitude but still enjoys playtime. “One of his first toys when he came home was a small white lamb holding an even smaller orange fish,” McAskill recalled.

Summary: This piece highlights Kyle McAskill’s ongoing, cat-centered tattoo journey, culminating in a whimsical tribute to Walter—alive, adored, and deeply integrated into his owner’s life and art.

Author’s note: The piece emphasizes affection for pets manifested through tattoos, with a playful twist on Walter’s beloved toy and the companionship they share.

Author's résumé (120–200 characters): Cat-loving tattoo artist whose life with Walter inspires a playful, affectionate body of work, blending memorials, living pets, and cherished toys into ink.

The Dodo — 2025-11-15

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