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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

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

Bunny Nail Design for Bling Style | Bunny Nails- NB7673
Bunny Nail Design for Bling Style | Bunny Nails- NB7673

Teddy Bear With Chrome Outline
Teddy Bear With Chrome Outline

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Easter Yellow and Nude Nails
Easter Yellow and Nude Nails

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Ojibwe Thunderbird Nails | Tribal - NB808
Ojibwe Thunderbird Nails | Tribal - NB808

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB30
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB30

Glitter Ombre Nails with Easter Peeps Design | Easter Nails - NB3512
Glitter Ombre Nails with Easter Peeps Design | Easter Nails - NB3512

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

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Simple Design Forest Species Nails | Love the Forest Nails - NB2874
Simple Design Forest Species Nails | Love the Forest Nails - NB2874

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB211
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB211

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

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3D Bunny Nails with Outline Design | Bunny Nails- NB7671
3D Bunny Nails with Outline Design | Bunny Nails- NB7671

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB181
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB181

Pop Art Bulldogs of Andy Warhol
Pop Art Bulldogs of Andy Warhol

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Nails with Winnie the Pooh Accents | Cartoon Nails - NB2882
Nails with Winnie the Pooh Accents | Cartoon Nails - NB2882

Easter Nails with Bunny Ear Design | Easter Nails - NB3395
Easter Nails with Bunny Ear Design | Easter Nails - NB3395

Cat Nail Art

Super Cute Cat Design for Glitter Nails | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7133
Super Cute Cat Design for Glitter Nails | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7133

X-long Stiletto Nails Black Cat Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7117
X-long Stiletto Nails Black Cat Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7117

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

Cute 3D Designs for Black Cat Nails | Black Cat Nails - NB7120
Cute 3D Designs for Black Cat Nails | Black Cat Nails - NB7120

Peaceful Rainy Day Nails Design| Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6459
Peaceful Rainy Day Nails Design| Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6459

Valentine's Days Tom Nail Art
Valentine's Days Tom Nail Art

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

Short Blue Nails Kitty Cat Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7142
Short Blue Nails Kitty Cat Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7142

Dog Nail Designs

Snoopy from Peanuts Nails
Snoopy from Peanuts Nails

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German Shepherd Print on Embellished Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7535
German Shepherd Print on Embellished Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7535

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

Cute Simple Dog and Bone Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7538
Cute Simple Dog and Bone Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7538

Dog Paw Print for Pink Ombre Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7530
Dog Paw Print for Pink Ombre Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7530

Pink Nails Dalmatian Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1979
Pink Nails Dalmatian Design | Animal Print Nails - NB1979

Short Pink Nails with Peanuts Snoopy Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7544
Short Pink Nails with Peanuts Snoopy Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7544

Matte Nails Puppy Love Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7531
Matte Nails Puppy Love Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7531

Panda Nail Designs

Bamboo and Panda Nails with Glitter | Panda Nails- NB7589
Bamboo and Panda Nails with Glitter | Panda Nails- NB7589

Blossom Design Ombre Nails with a Panda | Panda Nails- NB7563
Blossom Design Ombre Nails with a Panda | Panda Nails- NB7563

Panda Nails with Paw Print Accent | Panda Nails- NB7584
Panda Nails with Paw Print Accent | Panda Nails- NB7584

Black Panda Nails with Foil Embellishment | Panda Nails- NB7557
Black Panda Nails with Foil Embellishment | Panda Nails- NB7557

Nature-inspired Nails with Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7570
Nature-inspired Nails with Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7570

Embellished Stiletto Nails with Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7580
Embellished Stiletto Nails with Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7580

Cute Panda for X-long Blue Coffin Nails | Panda Nails- NB7559
Cute Panda for X-long Blue Coffin Nails | Panda Nails- NB7559

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

Bunny Nails

Sweet Pink Easter Nails
Sweet Pink Easter Nails

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Silhouette Bunny Design for Dark Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7674
Silhouette Bunny Design for Dark Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7674

Glossy Blue Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3580
Glossy Blue Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3580

Bunny and Heart Design for Gradient Pastel Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7694
Bunny and Heart Design for Gradient Pastel Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7694

Bunny for Transparent Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7685
Bunny for Transparent Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7685

Glossy Black Easter Nails with 3D Embellishment | Easter Nails - NB3576
Glossy Black Easter Nails with 3D Embellishment | Easter Nails - NB3576

Glossy Colorful Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3591
Glossy Colorful Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3591

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

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

Glitter Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1208
Glitter Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1208

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

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

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

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

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

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

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
Care Bears Nail Designs
Care Bears Nail Designs

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Mickey and Donald Christmas Nail Art
Mickey and Donald Christmas Nail Art

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Minnie and Pluto Christmas Nails
Minnie and Pluto Christmas Nails

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

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Disney Halloween Nail Art
Disney Halloween Nail Art

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Disney Villains Nails
Disney Villains Nails

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Donald Duck Glitter Nails
Donald Duck Glitter Nails

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Bambi Cartoon Nails
Bambi Cartoon Nails

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Snoopy from Peanuts Nails
Snoopy from Peanuts Nails

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Garfield Matte Nails
Garfield Matte Nails

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101 Dalmatians and Paw Pattern Nails
101 Dalmatians and Paw Pattern Nails

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Simba from The Lion King
Simba from The Lion King

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Daisy Duck Matte Nails
Daisy Duck Matte Nails

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Care Bears Rainbow Nails
Care Bears Rainbow Nails

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Thumper of Bambi Cartoon Nails
Thumper of Bambi Cartoon Nails

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Valentine
Valentine's Days Tom Nail Art

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Valentine
Valentine's Days Jerry Nail Art

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Minnie and Daisy Disney Nails
Minnie and Daisy Disney Nails

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Valentine
Valentine's Day Mickey Mouse Nail Art

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Valentine
Valentine's Day Minnie Mouse Nail Art

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Alice in Wonderland-themed Nails
Alice in Wonderland-themed Nails

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Jerry Stilleto Matte Nails
Jerry Stilleto Matte Nails

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Looney Tunes Nails
Looney Tunes Nails

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Glitter Embedded Nails with a Butterfly
Glitter Embedded Nails with a Butterfly

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Matte Green Nails with Fish Design
Matte Green Nails with Fish Design

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Matte Zoo Nail Design
Matte Zoo Nail Design

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Pop Art Bulldogs of Andy Warhol
Pop Art Bulldogs of Andy Warhol

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Coloring Book Inspiration Nails
Coloring Book Inspiration Nails

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Alice in Wonderland Dark Nails
Alice in Wonderland Dark Nails

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Easter Yellow and Nude Nails
Easter Yellow and Nude Nails

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Hallowen Trick or Treat Nails
Hallowen Trick or Treat Nails

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Matte Blue Cartoon Nails
Matte Blue Cartoon Nails

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Toucan Tropical Nails
Toucan Tropical Nails

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Daffy Duck and Eggs
Daffy Duck and Eggs

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

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

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Diagonal White French Manicure
Diagonal White French Manicure

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Silver Butterfly
Silver Butterfly

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Teddy Bear With Chrome Outline
Teddy Bear With Chrome Outline

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Chrome Snake Nail Design
Chrome Snake Nail Design

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Tiny Ladybug Accent Nail
Tiny Ladybug Accent Nail

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

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Lobster with Pearl
Lobster with Pearl

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

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Golden Deer
Golden Deer

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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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