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Animal Nails

Animal nails sound exactly like nail art designed with animals or animal prints in mind. These designs can include everything from cute little bunnies to bohemian elephants, so there's something for everyone. Overall, animal nail designs are a fun and creative way to show off your love for animals and add a unique touch to your nail art.
Animal nail designs are flexible in terms of design and color. You can choose a specific animal or even mix up different animals to create unique art. Some popular designs that go well with animal nail art designs include paw prints, scales, stripes, and spots. Animal faces or silhouettes can also be incorporated into the design for a more dramatic effect. You can pair the artwork with glitter or rhinestones for a glam effect or combine it with floral or tribal designs for a more eclectic look. General motifs include paw prints, fangs (like an alligator), claws (like a cat or tiger), feathers, horns/antlers (like a deer), and scales (like dragons). A good color combination for animal nails is one where the base color is similar to the animal's natural habitat—for example, yellowish green for frogs or brownish green for turtles. You can also add splashes of contrasting colors. Metallic colors, such as gold or silver, can also add a stylish touch to animal nail designs.
If you've never tried an animal nail design, now's the perfect time! Whether looking for something cute, cuddly, or edgy and fierce, animal nails can help you get there. We'll share some of the best animal nail designs so you can get inspired!

Animal Nail Designs for Long Nails

Glitter French with Reindeer Head Design | Christmas Nails - NB1387
Glitter French with Reindeer Head Design | Christmas Nails - NB1387

Ombre Easter Bunny Nails with Glitter Design | Easter Nails - NB3379
Ombre Easter Bunny Nails with Glitter Design | Easter Nails - NB3379

Easter Nails Silhouette Rabbit Design | Easter Nails - NB3390
Easter Nails Silhouette Rabbit Design | Easter Nails - NB3390

Moon Rabbit Nail Art | Bunny Nails- NB7690
Moon Rabbit Nail Art | Bunny Nails- NB7690

Arctic Wolves Beneath the Hues of the Aurora Borealis Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3123
Arctic Wolves Beneath the Hues of the Aurora Borealis Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3123

Tropical Parrots on White Nails with Tulip Nail Art|Tropical-NB-D-504
Tropical Parrots on White Nails with Tulip Nail Art|Tropical-NB-D-504

Easter Bunny Ombre Nails | Easter Nails - NB3384
Easter Bunny Ombre Nails | Easter Nails - NB3384

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Simple Flowers Nail Design with Rabbits for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3459
Simple Flowers Nail Design with Rabbits for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3459

Cat in Snow Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6624
Cat in Snow Nails Design | Winter 2025 Nails - NB6624

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

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Mushrooms and Other Creatures of Forest Nails Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB3034
Mushrooms and Other Creatures of Forest Nails Design | Love the Forest Nails - NB3034

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB16
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB16

Winnie the Pooh and Stripes Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB2886
Winnie the Pooh and Stripes Nail Design | Cartoon Nails - NB2886

Mismatched Animal Nails
Mismatched Animal Nails

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Cat Nail Art

Cat Paw Design for Black Cat Ombre Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7126
Cat Paw Design for Black Cat Ombre Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7126

Dark Stiletto Nails with Silhouette Cat Accent | Silhouette Cat Nails - NB7151
Dark Stiletto Nails with Silhouette Cat Accent | Silhouette Cat Nails - NB7151

Black Cat Nails with Rhinestone Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7123
Black Cat Nails with Rhinestone Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7123

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB499
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB499

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB753
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB753

Long Square Nails Design with Kitty Cat | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7147
Long Square Nails Design with Kitty Cat | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7147

Kitty Cat Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7141
Kitty Cat Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7141

Garfield Matte Nails
Garfield Matte Nails

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Dog Nail Designs

Cute Puppy for Matte Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7543
Cute Puppy for Matte Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7543

Grinch and Max the Dog Nails
Grinch and Max the Dog Nails

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Dalmatian Dog Accent for Polka Dot Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7542
Dalmatian Dog Accent for Polka Dot Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7542

Black and White Climate Crisis Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB3178
Black and White Climate Crisis Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB3178

Pink and White Dalmatian Dog and Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1970
Pink and White Dalmatian Dog and Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1970

Pink Nails with Dalmatian Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1967
Pink Nails with Dalmatian Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1967

Retro Stripes with Animals
Retro Stripes with Animals

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Footprint and Pluto Dog
Footprint and Pluto Dog

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Panda Nail Designs

Panda Theme X-long Russian Almond Nails | Panda Nails- NB7571
Panda Theme X-long Russian Almond Nails | Panda Nails- NB7571

Almond Swirl Nails with Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7561
Almond Swirl Nails with Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7561

Black French Manicure with Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7564
Black French Manicure with Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7564

Black and Pink Panda Nails | Panda Nails Design- NB7587
Black and Pink Panda Nails | Panda Nails Design- NB7587

Double French Panda Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7569
Double French Panda Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7569

Glitter Design for Panda and Bamboo Nails | Panda Nails- NB7572
Glitter Design for Panda and Bamboo Nails | Panda Nails- NB7572

Embellished Ombre Nails with Panda | Panda Nails- NB7588
Embellished Ombre Nails with Panda | Panda Nails- NB7588

Panda Design for Baby Blue Nails | Panda Nails- NB7582
Panda Design for Baby Blue Nails | Panda Nails- NB7582

Bunny Nails

Colorful Easter Bunny Ombre Nails with Glitter | Easter Nails - NB3405
Colorful Easter Bunny Ombre Nails with Glitter | Easter Nails - NB3405

Glossy Silhouette Easter Bunny Nails | Easter Nails - NB3389
Glossy Silhouette Easter Bunny Nails | Easter Nails - NB3389

Gray Nails Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7669
Gray Nails Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7669

Funny Bunny for Gold and White Short Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7704
Funny Bunny for Gold and White Short Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7704

White Easter Bunny on Black Nails | Easter Nails - NB3571
White Easter Bunny on Black Nails | Easter Nails - NB3571

3D Easter Marshmallow Bunnies on Nails | Easter Nails - NB3515
3D Easter Marshmallow Bunnies on Nails | Easter Nails - NB3515

Pastel Neon Nails with Cute Easter Bunny Design | Easter Nails - NB3385
Pastel Neon Nails with Cute Easter Bunny Design | Easter Nails - NB3385

Easter Yellow and Nude Nails
Easter Yellow and Nude Nails

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Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

Tropical Parrots Floral Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-453
Tropical Parrots Floral Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-453

Black and White Cow Print Pedicure Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4382
Black and White Cow Print Pedicure Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4382

Easter Bunny Pedicure Design | Easter Nails - NB3786
Easter Bunny Pedicure Design | Easter Nails - NB3786

Tropical Parrots Matte Pedicure Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-444
Tropical Parrots Matte Pedicure Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-444

Turkey Toe Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1212
Turkey Toe Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1212

Tropical Parrots Minimal Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-451
Tropical Parrots Minimal Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-451

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

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The Most Popular Animals for Nail Designs

Panda Nails
Bear Paw Nails
Tortoise Shell Nails
Butterfly Wing Nails
Ladybug Nails
Fish Scale Nails
Dragonfly Nails
Eagle Claw Nails
Bee Nails
Spiderweb Nails
Cat Nail Designs

Bat Nails
Owl Nails
Peacock Feather Nails
Flamingo Nail
 Octopus Nails
Jellyfish Nails
Dolphin Nails
Seahorse Nails
Crab Nails
Lobster Nails
Dog Nail Designs

What Nail Designs Go Well With Animal Patterns?

How to Choose the Best Colors for Animal Nails

When it comes to animal nail design, the best are those that complement the animal's natural coloring while also accentuating its unique features. First things first: what kind of animal are you going for? Do you want something that looks like a tiger? A lion? A dog? A cat? For example, if you want to paint a lion or an elephant on your nails, you may want to use shades of orange because they are both animals that live in warm climates. If you want to paint a dog or cat, you could use bright colors like green or blue because these animals have short hair, and it will make their coat look even shinier than it already is. It's also important to consider your animal's color naturally before choosing one for them.

Tips for Animal Nail Designs

Use thin nail art brushes to create intricate details and textures, such as the spots on a leopard pattern or the scales on a snakeskin pattern.

Don't overdo it with animal patterns. Instead, incorporate them into your overall style in a subtle and tasteful way.

Choose colors that complement each other and the animal pattern you are trying to create.

Start with simple designs and gradually move on to more complex ones as you gain experience.

Use reference images to ensure accuracy and attention to detail.

Use glitter or rhinestone embellishments to add dimension and sparkle to your animal nail design.

The Best Animal Nail Art Ideas

Nail Design and Art / Animal Nails
Red and White Silhouette Marine Life Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2772
Red and White Silhouette Marine Life Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2772

Silhouette Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2771
Silhouette Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2771

Ombre Nails with Silhouette Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2769
Ombre Nails with Silhouette Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2769

Minimal Silhouette Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2768
Minimal Silhouette Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2768

Silhouette Marine Life on Ombre Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2767
Silhouette Marine Life on Ombre Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2767

Coral Reef with Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2766
Coral Reef with Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2766

Gradient French Ocean with Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2765
Gradient French Ocean with Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2765

Silhouette Marine Life with Seahorses | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2764
Silhouette Marine Life with Seahorses | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2764

Embellished Marine Life Nails with Starfish | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2763
Embellished Marine Life Nails with Starfish | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2763

Nail Extensions with Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2762
Nail Extensions with Marine Life Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2762

Glossy Marine Life Nails with Whales| Save the Ocean Nails - NB2761
Glossy Marine Life Nails with Whales| Save the Ocean Nails - NB2761

Blue Ombre Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2759
Blue Ombre Marine Life Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2759

Eco-Friendly Practices Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2689
Eco-Friendly Practices Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2689

Biodiversity Conservation Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2648
Biodiversity Conservation Nail Design | Climate Crisis Nails - NB2648

Valentine Sweetheart Candy Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2298
Valentine Sweetheart Candy Nail Design | Valentine Nails - NB2298

Cute Candy Nail Design for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2189
Cute Candy Nail Design for Love Day | Valentine Nails - NB2189

Anti Valentine Kid Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2164
Anti Valentine Kid Theme Nails | Valentine Nails - NB2164

Haida Gwaii Salmon Motif Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1849
Haida Gwaii Salmon Motif Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1849

Abstract Salmon-inspired Haida Gwaii Nails | Canadian | Tribal - NB1848
Abstract Salmon-inspired Haida Gwaii Nails | Canadian | Tribal - NB1848

Salmon-inspired Haida Gwaii Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1847
Salmon-inspired Haida Gwaii Nail Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1847

Peach Fuzz Nails with White Tips and Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1834
Peach Fuzz Nails with White Tips and Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1834

Peach Fuzz Shimmer Nail Design with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1833
Peach Fuzz Shimmer Nail Design with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1833

Embellished Peach Fuzz French Nails with Butterfly | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1832
Embellished Peach Fuzz French Nails with Butterfly | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1832

Double French Butterfly Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1831
Double French Butterfly Peach Fuzz Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1831

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FAQs:

Animal nail designs can be suitable for all ages if they are age-appropriate and done safely and hygienically. Some animal nail designs, such as a cartoon or cute animal designs, can be suitable for children and young adults, while more sophisticated designs featuring animal prints or patterns can be appropriate for older adults.
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