This entertaining modern twist to the classic tarot combines authenticity with canine sensibility in a complete deck for experienced readers and beginners alike.
With their uncanny ability to sense exactly how you feel and what you need, these pups make the perfect guides on your journey of self-discovery. Illustrated by the creator of the beloved Cat Tarot, Megan Lynn Kott, each of the 78 tarot cards features an adorable dog embodying a specific element of the Major or Minor Arcana. Complete with a guidebook and directions on how to interpret each card and conduct different readings, this tarot card set will delight both dog lovers and spiritual practitioners.
A DOG-GONE DELIGHTFUL ANIMAL TAROT: This entertaining deck combines classic archetypal interpretations with a canine sense and sensibility. With sample spreads and fun explanations of each card, this deck's accompanying booklet is a handy guide for beginners and practiced tarot readers alike.
INCLUDES A VARIETY OF ADORABLE DOGS: With 78 different dogs (including mixed breeds), each with their own special and unique qualities, dog lovers of all types can join in the tarot fun.
TRUST IN YOUR FURRY FRIENDS: From the creator of the bestselling Cat Tarot, this deck holds the key to helping you better understand yourself—and perhaps your most loyal companion.
DOG LOVER GIFT: Cute, compact, and portable, this boxed set is the perfect gift for those in search of a lighthearted and novel twist on a classic spiritual practice. From birthdays (pets' and owners') to holidays to any other day needing some tail-wagging inspiration, Dog Tarot makes for the pawfect present. Perfect for:
One of the first decks I got - long before I had this blog - was Cat Tarot by the same team. I'm a cat person, but when I heard they had also created a dog tarot, I knew I had to see it!
INCLUDES A VARIETY OF ADORABLE DOGS: With 78 different dogs (including mixed breeds), each with their own special and unique qualities, dog lovers of all types can join in the tarot fun.
TRUST IN YOUR FURRY FRIENDS: From the creator of the bestselling Cat Tarot, this deck holds the key to helping you better understand yourself—and perhaps your most loyal companion.
DOG LOVER GIFT: Cute, compact, and portable, this boxed set is the perfect gift for those in search of a lighthearted and novel twist on a classic spiritual practice. From birthdays (pets' and owners') to holidays to any other day needing some tail-wagging inspiration, Dog Tarot makes for the pawfect present. Perfect for:
- Dog lover gift for birthday, anniversary, pet adoption, holiday, or any special occasion
- Tarot and oracle deck enthusiasts
- Spiritual seekers, witchy folks, and anyone interested in learning more about spirituality
- Established fans and newcomers to the art of Megan Lynn Kott
- Pairing with a tarot journal or dog-themed notebook to create a unique gift set
You can see the unboxing video on TikTok or Youtube, and the silent flickthrough on TikTok or Youtube. I posted two spreads, the interview spread and the ball spread.
One of the first decks I got - long before I had this blog - was Cat Tarot by the same team. I'm a cat person, but when I heard they had also created a dog tarot, I knew I had to see it!
I. First Impressions
Artwork Style: The cards are almost cartoony, in light colours and a soft, gentle style. Humans do feature here and there, but only a hand or a leg; the focus is very much on the dogs and we're eye level with them in all cards.
II. The Cards
Minor Arcana: One thing you'll see in every review of both this deck and the Cat tarot; outside the Aces and Courts, Minor cards don't have their suit name on, and the traditional symbols have been changed. This can make recognising them quite tricky to start with. In this deck, Wands are probably easiest as they've been replaced with sticks; Swords are treats; Cups are leashes or collars, and Pentacles are toys. Each also uses a specific shape around their number, which is in the lower left hand corner; triangles for Swords, a circle with a line through it for Wands, a circle for Pentacles, and a half circle for Cups. Courts and Aces have their name written out along the bottom. The Minors are fully illustrated, not pip style.
Card Stock and Size: The cards are beautifully smooth, really comfortable to hold. They're standard tarot size and shuffle and fan wonderfully, with no catching or bending. With a little bit of care in their use, they'll last for a good while.
III. The Guidebook
Unboxing Experience: The deck comes in a two part box, sturdy enough to be carried around without taking up too much space. A lovely detail is that there's a dog on the lower box, positioned so that when the box is closed, he's peeping out through the cut outs! It's an early hint of the fun, cute style of the deck.
Artwork Style: The cards are almost cartoony, in light colours and a soft, gentle style. Humans do feature here and there, but only a hand or a leg; the focus is very much on the dogs and we're eye level with them in all cards.
II. The Cards
The cards feature this background, technically not reversible but you'd need to be looking very closely;
Major Arcana: The deck is based on the RWS style, with Strength at 8. Images are adapted to suit their subject; for instance, the Wheel of Fortune is a dog chasing his own tail, while the Chariot is a dog enjoying a ride in a car. They're readable if you already know your RWS, but not the best for beginners. Card names are written along the bottom of the card.
Minor Arcana: One thing you'll see in every review of both this deck and the Cat tarot; outside the Aces and Courts, Minor cards don't have their suit name on, and the traditional symbols have been changed. This can make recognising them quite tricky to start with. In this deck, Wands are probably easiest as they've been replaced with sticks; Swords are treats; Cups are leashes or collars, and Pentacles are toys. Each also uses a specific shape around their number, which is in the lower left hand corner; triangles for Swords, a circle with a line through it for Wands, a circle for Pentacles, and a half circle for Cups. Courts and Aces have their name written out along the bottom. The Minors are fully illustrated, not pip style.
Card Stock and Size: The cards are beautifully smooth, really comfortable to hold. They're standard tarot size and shuffle and fan wonderfully, with no catching or bending. With a little bit of care in their use, they'll last for a good while.
Six of Cups
III. The Guidebook
Writing Style and Readability: Julia, the author of the guidebook, has a friendly, chatty style. There's a short introduction to tarot and the design of the deck, with emphasis on using it the way that suits you.
Spreads and Techniques: There are several spreads, ranging from one card right up to ten. Some are for specific situations and some are more general, which is nice. The spreads include the Ball spread which I linked above.
Card Meanings: Each Major gets two pages, one with an image of the card, the other with a short phrase, upright and reversed meanings. Minors have one page, with a small image and the same phrase, upright and reversed meanings. The meanings are tweaked a little to match the doggie theme, but still quite faithful to the traditional meanings. They also include a few notes about details in the illustration that were really useful - for instance, the Eye of Horus in the Hermit image!
IV. In Use
Spreads and Techniques: There are several spreads, ranging from one card right up to ten. Some are for specific situations and some are more general, which is nice. The spreads include the Ball spread which I linked above.
Card Meanings: Each Major gets two pages, one with an image of the card, the other with a short phrase, upright and reversed meanings. Minors have one page, with a small image and the same phrase, upright and reversed meanings. The meanings are tweaked a little to match the doggie theme, but still quite faithful to the traditional meanings. They also include a few notes about details in the illustration that were really useful - for instance, the Eye of Horus in the Hermit image!
IV. In Use
Intuition and Connection: For a reader who already knows their RWS, this will be easy enough to use; the cards mostly follow that style and the ones that don't are explained in the book. I found it took only a short time before I was reading easily; my daily cards were simple to understand and my readings flowed well.
Clarity of Readings: Both readings featured a 'positive' card in a 'negative' space, and I was able to intuit meanings for both with no difficulty, just studying the image. My usual querant found the images fun and light, and a few of her cards were very accurate! This is a great deck for spreads, for me.
Suitability for Different Skill Levels: With the lack of Minor names and the slight alteration in some images, I have to sadly say this is not the best for beginners. Once you have any level of proficiency, though, these are great decks; I highly recommend getting one or both to keep in your arsenal when you need a lighter deck.
V. Overall Impression
Clarity of Readings: Both readings featured a 'positive' card in a 'negative' space, and I was able to intuit meanings for both with no difficulty, just studying the image. My usual querant found the images fun and light, and a few of her cards were very accurate! This is a great deck for spreads, for me.
Suitability for Different Skill Levels: With the lack of Minor names and the slight alteration in some images, I have to sadly say this is not the best for beginners. Once you have any level of proficiency, though, these are great decks; I highly recommend getting one or both to keep in your arsenal when you need a lighter deck.
Four of Pentacles - note the pentacle on the racquet handle!
V. Overall Impression
Strengths:
- Fun and lighthearted - perfect for quick check ins or light questions
- Fully illustrated Minors - easier to read
- The dogs are really dogs, unlike some representations that are basically humans in dog skins
- A wide variety of breeds are represented - your favourite is in here somewhere!
- I found readings easy and smooth, great fun and interesting for the querants
- Cards are nice to handle - a minor but important point!
Weaknesses:
- Not great for beginners - the lack of suit names and familiar symbols makes it harder to read without experience
Final Thoughts
I really enjoyed using this deck. It feels nice, it's fun and lighthearted, the readings were accurate. I definitely recommend it! This deck is perfect for experienced readers looking for a lighter, playful option or for dog lovers eager to incorporate their favourite companions into their spiritual practice.
Five of Wands
Six of Swords
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