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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

Ombre French Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1815
Ombre French Peach Fuzz Nails with Butterflies | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1815

Winter with Raccoon
Winter with Raccoon

Sylwia_nailss

Matte Zig Zag Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1378
Matte Zig Zag Nails with Reindeer | Christmas Nails - NB1378

Peach Fuzz Manicure with Flower and Butterfly Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1821
Peach Fuzz Manicure with Flower and Butterfly Nail Design | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1821

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

Pink Ombre Nails Cute Kitty Cat Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7144
Pink Ombre Nails Cute Kitty Cat Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7144

Nature-inspired Easter French Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3496
Nature-inspired Easter French Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3496

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Matte Zoo Nail Design
Matte Zoo Nail Design

Daimondhand

Owl and Snow Flake Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3150
Owl and Snow Flake Nail Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3150

Glossy Red Nails with Silhouette Marine Life | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2774
Glossy Red Nails with Silhouette Marine Life | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2774

Gradient and Bunny Nail Design | Bunny Nails- NB7695
Gradient and Bunny Nail Design | Bunny Nails- NB7695

Beach French Manicre Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6456
Beach French Manicre Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6456

Turquoise Color with Tropical Parrots Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-446
Turquoise Color with Tropical Parrots Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-446

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB51
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB51

Embellished Double French Nails for Valentine | Teddy Nails for Valentine - NB7226
Embellished Double French Nails for Valentine | Teddy Nails for Valentine - NB7226

Cat Nail Art

Black Nails with Glitter Cat Design | Cat Nail Art - NB7121
Black Nails with Glitter Cat Design | Cat Nail Art - NB7121

Maneki-neko Nails | Cultural - NB987
Maneki-neko Nails | Cultural - NB987

Garfield Matte Nails
Garfield Matte Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Stiletto Nails Bling Kitty Cat Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7150
Stiletto Nails Bling Kitty Cat Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7150

Confetti Nails Design with Cat Paw | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7125
Confetti Nails Design with Cat Paw | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7125

Winter Blue Nails Cat Paw Design | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7129
Winter Blue Nails Cat Paw Design | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7129

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB652
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB652

Colorful Gradient Short Nails with Black Cat | Black Cat Nails - NB7114
Colorful Gradient Short Nails with Black Cat | Black Cat Nails - NB7114

Dog Nail Designs

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

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

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

Peach Nails Corgi Dog Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7539
Peach Nails Corgi Dog Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7539

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

Daimondhand

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

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

Panda Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

Green Bamboo and Panda Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7586
Green Bamboo and Panda Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7586

Orange Nails with Chrome Tips and Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7560
Orange Nails with Chrome Tips and Pandas | Panda Nails- NB7560

Bunny Nails

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

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

Bugs Bunny Theme for Pastel Purple Nails | Cartoon Nails- NB8367
Bugs Bunny Theme for Pastel Purple Nails | Cartoon Nails- NB8367

Easter Bunny Design for Swirl Pink Nails | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8053
Easter Bunny Design for Swirl Pink Nails | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8053

Easter Bunnies with 3D Hearts Design on Nails | Easter Nails - NB3559
Easter Bunnies with 3D Hearts Design on Nails | Easter Nails - NB3559

Crystal Design Pink Nails with a Bunny | Bunny Nails- NB7691
Crystal Design Pink Nails with a Bunny | Bunny Nails- NB7691

Black Matte Nails with Gold Accents for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3572
Black Matte Nails with Gold Accents for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3572

Sweet Pink Easter Nails
Sweet Pink Easter Nails

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Chicken Nail Art

Yellow Nails with Dots and a Cute Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7791
Yellow Nails with Dots and a Cute Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7791

Chicken Accent for X-long Coffin Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7787
Chicken Accent for X-long Coffin Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7787

Easter Pastel Nails with Chick and Bunny | Chicken Nails- NB7783
Easter Pastel Nails with Chick and Bunny | Chicken Nails- NB7783

Glitter Easter Nails with Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7780
Glitter Easter Nails with Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7780

Neon Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7792
Neon Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7792

Easter Chicks and Red Hearts Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3615
Easter Chicks and Red Hearts Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3615

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB175
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB175

Chicken for Egg-inspired French Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7789
Chicken for Egg-inspired French Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7789

Giraffe Nail Designs

Embellished Giraffe Theme Nails | Animal Nails- NB8036
Embellished Giraffe Theme Nails | Animal Nails- NB8036

Safari Theme Nail Art with Giraffe | Animal Nails- NB8034
Safari Theme Nail Art with Giraffe | Animal Nails- NB8034

Giraffe Calf for Matte Nails Design | Animal Nails- NB8033
Giraffe Calf for Matte Nails Design | Animal Nails- NB8033

Safari Peach Nails with Giraffe | Animal Nails- NB8035
Safari Peach Nails with Giraffe | Animal Nails- NB8035

Giraffe Head Nails Design with Gold Glitter | Animal Nails- NB8039
Giraffe Head Nails Design with Gold Glitter | Animal Nails- NB8039

Giraffe Nails with Glitter Design | Animal Nails- NB8038
Giraffe Nails with Glitter Design | Animal Nails- NB8038

French Manicure Giraffe Design | Animal Nails- NB8040
French Manicure Giraffe Design | Animal Nails- NB8040

Giraffe Design for Gradient Nails | Animal Nails- NB8037
Giraffe Design for Gradient Nails | Animal Nails- NB8037

Mouse Nails

Orange Tip Nails with a Mouse | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8111
Orange Tip Nails with a Mouse | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8111

Valentine's Days Jerry Nail Art
Valentine's Days Jerry Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

Glitter Mouse Design for Ombre Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8108
Glitter Mouse Design for Ombre Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8108

Mouse and Cheese Design for Ombre Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8114
Mouse and Cheese Design for Ombre Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8114

Disney Halloween Nail Art
Disney Halloween Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

Jerry Stilleto Matte Nails
Jerry Stilleto Matte Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Opossum Design for Black Tip Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8115
Opossum Design for Black Tip Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8115

Glitter Tips and Mouse Nail Art | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8107
Glitter Tips and Mouse Nail Art | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8107

Snake Nails

Snake-inspired Rhinestone Nails | Snake Nails- NB8122
Snake-inspired Rhinestone Nails | Snake Nails- NB8122

Nude Nails with Snake Design
Nude Nails with Snake Design

Project_paznokcie

Snake Accents for Green Marble Nails | Snake Nails- NB8124
Snake Accents for Green Marble Nails | Snake Nails- NB8124

Snake Design for Black and Gold Nails | Snake Nails- NB8128
Snake Design for Black and Gold Nails | Snake Nails- NB8128

Silhouette Snake and Leaves Design
Silhouette Snake and Leaves Design

Mari_mari_nailart

Matte Pastel Nails Snake Design | Snake Nails- NB8121
Matte Pastel Nails Snake Design | Snake Nails- NB8121

Snake Design for Red Tip Nails | Snake Nails- NB8126
Snake Design for Red Tip Nails | Snake Nails- NB8126

Snake Design French Nails
Snake Design French Nails

Nail_sunny

Crab Nail Designs

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

Simple Sea Creatures for Nails Design | Crab Nails- NB8163
Simple Sea Creatures for Nails Design | Crab Nails- NB8163

Easy Crab Theme Design for Orange Nails | Crab Nails- NB8154
Easy Crab Theme Design for Orange Nails | Crab Nails- NB8154

Crab Design for Short Square Nails | Crab Nails- NB8155
Crab Design for Short Square Nails | Crab Nails- NB8155

Glossy Clear Nails with Crabs | Crab Nails- NB8153
Glossy Clear Nails with Crabs | Crab Nails- NB8153

Crab Accent for Glitter Nails | Crab Nails- NB8158
Crab Accent for Glitter Nails | Crab Nails- NB8158

Cute Crab Accents for Gradient Pastel Nails | Crab Nails- NB8161
Cute Crab Accents for Gradient Pastel Nails | Crab Nails- NB8161

Lobster with Pearl
Lobster with Pearl

Korelviktoria

Bee Nail Designs

3D Sunflower and Bee Nails | Sunflower Nails - NB5232
3D Sunflower and Bee Nails | Sunflower Nails - NB5232

3D Bee Charms for Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8141
3D Bee Charms for Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8141

Bee and Sunflower Yellow Nails
Bee and Sunflower Yellow Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Bees and Flowers Nail Art | Pollinators Nails - NB3053
Bees and Flowers Nail Art | Pollinators Nails - NB3053

Minimal Sunflower and Bee Nails | Sunflower Nails - NB5241
Minimal Sunflower and Bee Nails | Sunflower Nails - NB5241

Black and Yellow Bee Theme Nails | Bee Nails- NB8145
Black and Yellow Bee Theme Nails | Bee Nails- NB8145

Butter Yellow Nails Simple Bee Design | Bee Nails- NB8144
Butter Yellow Nails Simple Bee Design | Bee Nails- NB8144

Short and Easy Bee Nails | Bee Nails- NB8151
Short and Easy Bee Nails | Bee Nails- NB8151

Ladybug Nails

Ladybug in Garden for Glossy French Mani Design | Ladybug Nails- NB8357
Ladybug in Garden for Glossy French Mani Design | Ladybug Nails- NB8357

Summer Green Nails with Ladybugs | Ladybug Nails- NB8257
Summer Green Nails with Ladybugs | Ladybug Nails- NB8257

3D Ladybug Nails Design | Ladybug Nails- NB8342
3D Ladybug Nails Design | Ladybug Nails- NB8342

Ladybugs and Leaves for Pink Nails Design | Ladybug Nails- NB8273
Ladybugs and Leaves for Pink Nails Design | Ladybug Nails- NB8273

Red Ladybug Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8259
Red Ladybug Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8259

Tiny Ladybugs for Nude Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8341
Tiny Ladybugs for Nude Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8341

Tiny Ladybug Design for French Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8260
Tiny Ladybug Design for French Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8260

Shimmer Ladybugs Design for Black Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8258
Shimmer Ladybugs Design for Black Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8258

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

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

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

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB242
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB242

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

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

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

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

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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.
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Don't overdo it with animal patterns. Instead, incorporate them into your overall style in a subtle and tasteful way.
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Choose colors that complement each other and the animal pattern you are trying to create.
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Start with simple designs and gradually move on to more complex ones as you gain experience.
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Use reference images to ensure accuracy and attention to detail.
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Use glitter or rhinestone embellishments to add dimension and sparkle to your animal nail design.

The Best Animal Nail Art Ideas

Turkey Nail Art with Confetti | Bird | Thanksgiving - NB1221
Turkey Nail Art with Confetti | Bird | Thanksgiving - NB1221

Matte Turkey Nail Design | Bird | Thanksgiving - NB1220
Matte Turkey Nail Design | Bird | Thanksgiving - NB1220

Ombre Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1217
Ombre Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1217

Minimal Turkey Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1214
Minimal Turkey Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1214

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

Ombre Turkey Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1211
Ombre Turkey Nails | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1211

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

Polka Dots and Turkey Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1207
Polka Dots and Turkey Nail Art | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1207

Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1059
Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1059

Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1050
Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1050

Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1036
Turkey Nail Design | Thanksgiving | Holiday- NB1036

Maneki-neko Nails | Cultural - NB988
Maneki-neko Nails | Cultural - NB988

Maneki-neko Nails | Cultural - NB987
Maneki-neko Nails | Cultural - NB987

Maneki-neko Nails | Cultural - NB986
Maneki-neko Nails | Cultural - NB986

Birds-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB839
Birds-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB839

Nature-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB817
Nature-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB817

Ojibwe Thunderbird Nails | Tribal - NB811
Ojibwe Thunderbird Nails | Tribal - NB811

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

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB754
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB754

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

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB752
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB752

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB654
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB654

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB652
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB652

Pumpkin Nails | Halloween - NB648
Pumpkin Nails | Halloween - NB648

Cat Nails | Halloween - NB643
Cat Nails | Halloween - NB643

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB501
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB501

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

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB494
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB494

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB450
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB450

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB433
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB433

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB405
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB405

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB242
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB242

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

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB200
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB200

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB198
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB198

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB183
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB183

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

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB180
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB180

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB175
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB175

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB169
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB169

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB168
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB168

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB56
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB56

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB55
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB55

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB54
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB54

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB51
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB51

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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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