advertise

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!

The Best Animal Nail Art Ideas

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

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

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

Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782
Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782

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

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

Tropical Parrots Matte Nail Design | Tropical-NB-D-447
Tropical Parrots Matte Nail Design | Tropical-NB-D-447

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

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.

Animal Nail Designs for Long Nails

Halloween Pink Nails with Black Cats | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5876
Halloween Pink Nails with Black Cats | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5876

Scary Nails Design with Black Cat | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5875
Scary Nails Design with Black Cat | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5875

Halloween Black and Gray Nails with a Cat | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5781
Halloween Black and Gray Nails with a Cat | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5781

Gray Nails with Halloween Black Cat Design | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5780
Gray Nails with Halloween Black Cat Design | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5780

Black Nails with Cat in Hat Nail Design | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5778
Black Nails with Cat in Hat Nail Design | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5778

Cats in Witches' Hat Nail Design for Halloween | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5777
Cats in Witches' Hat Nail Design for Halloween | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5777

Rhinestone Reindeer Nail Art | Embellished Nails - NB4948
Rhinestone Reindeer Nail Art | Embellished Nails - NB4948

Black Christmas Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4926
Black Christmas Nails Rhinestone Design | Embellished Nails - NB4926

Lovely Pink Cow Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4378
Lovely Pink Cow Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB4378

Cute Cow Print Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4377
Cute Cow Print Nails Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4377

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.

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Cute French Nails with Black Cat Head | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5786
Cute French Nails with Black Cat Head | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5786

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

Brown Nails with Cow Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4379
Brown Nails with Cow Print Design | Animal Print Nails - NB4379

Armadillo Nail Print with Shimmer Design| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-631
Armadillo Nail Print with Shimmer Design| Desert Nail Design-NB-D-631

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

Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782
Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782

Mint Green Nails Design with Easter Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3679
Mint Green Nails Design with Easter Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3679

Blue Nails with Egg Design Accents | Easter Nails - NB3586
Blue Nails with Egg Design Accents | Easter Nails - NB3586

Easter Polka Dot Nails with Lamb Accents | Easter Nails - NB3507
Easter Polka Dot Nails with Lamb Accents | Easter Nails - NB3507

Blue Easter Lamb Nails with Flowers | Easter Nails - NB3506
Blue Easter Lamb Nails with Flowers | Easter Nails - NB3506

Nail Design and Art / Animal Nails
Coloring Book Inspiration Nails
Coloring Book Inspiration Nails

Daimondhand

Alice in Wonderland Dark Nails
Alice in Wonderland Dark Nails

Daimondhand

Easter Yellow and Nude Nails
Easter Yellow and Nude Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Hallowen Trick or Treat Nails
Hallowen Trick or Treat Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Matte Blue Cartoon Nails
Matte Blue Cartoon Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Toucan Tropical Nails
Toucan Tropical Nails

Nailed.it.by.amber

Daffy Duck and Eggs
Daffy Duck and Eggs

Nailed.it.by.amber

Lilac Butterfly Nails with Silver Glitters
Lilac Butterfly Nails with Silver Glitters

Nailed.it.by.amber

Mismatched Black and White Nails for Winter
Mismatched Black and White Nails for Winter

Matuszewsk.a

Diagonal White French Manicure
Diagonal White French Manicure

Matuszewsk.a

Silver Butterfly
Silver Butterfly

Korelviktoria

Teddy Bear With Chrome Outline
Teddy Bear With Chrome Outline

Korelviktoria

Chrome Snake Nail Design
Chrome Snake Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Tiny Ladybug Accent Nail
Tiny Ladybug Accent Nail

Korelviktoria

Light Blue Nails with a Silver Chrome Dolphin
Light Blue Nails with a Silver Chrome Dolphin

Korelviktoria

Lobster with Pearl
Lobster with Pearl

Korelviktoria

Black Nails with Rose Gold Jaguar
Black Nails with Rose Gold Jaguar

Korelviktoria

Golden Deer
Golden Deer

Korelviktoria

Multicolored Butterfly Nails
Multicolored Butterfly Nails

Cdanails

White Birds on Nude Nails
White Birds on Nude Nails

Belyyhome

Cute Seabirds on Pink Matte Nails
Cute Seabirds on Pink Matte Nails

Belyyhome

Nature in Blue with Confetti
Nature in Blue with Confetti

Beauty_nail_kostroma

Flamingo for Summer Nails
Flamingo for Summer Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Hand-Painted Birds on Short Nails
Hand-Painted Birds on Short Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Vintage Tropical Nails
Vintage Tropical Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Hand-painted Cat on Gel Nails
Hand-painted Cat on Gel Nails

Mur.nails.ekaterina

Cow Nails for Christmas
Cow Nails for Christmas

Paulina_migdalek

Pastel Easter Rabbit
Pastel Easter Rabbit

Paulina_migdalek

Flower Bunny Almond Nails
Flower Bunny Almond Nails

Paulina_migdalek

Cute Spring Sheep
Cute Spring Sheep

Paulina_migdalek

Polka Dot and Chicken Easter Nails
Polka Dot and Chicken Easter Nails

Paulina_migdalek

Egg with Bunny Ears
Egg with Bunny Ears

Paulina_migdalek

Bunny Ears Between Flowers
Bunny Ears Between Flowers

Paulina_migdalek

Gray and Yellow Theme for Easter
Gray and Yellow Theme for Easter

Paulina_migdalek

Mickey in the Winter
Mickey in the Winter

Paulina_migdalek

Valentine Panda
Valentine Panda

Paulina_migdalek

3D Bears Gel Nails
3D Bears Gel Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Nature in Blue
Nature in Blue

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Elegant Pastel Nails
Elegant Pastel Nails

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Airbrushing Gradient with Half Butterfly
Airbrushing Gradient with Half Butterfly

Lucy_smirnova_nails

Halloween Cat on Short Natural Nails
Halloween Cat on Short Natural Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Gothic Christmas
Gothic Christmas

Melificentnailartistry

Snake Nail Art
Snake Nail Art

Melificentnailartistry

Dark Xmas Nails
Dark Xmas Nails

Melificentnailartistry

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.
Let Us Know Your Ideas and Suggestions