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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

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

Ombre Reindeer Nails with Snowflake Design | Christmas Nails - NB1375
Ombre Reindeer Nails with Snowflake Design | Christmas Nails - NB1375

Purple Christmas Nails
Purple Christmas Nails

Nails_by_evelyn9

Square Stamped Nails
Square Stamped Nails

Blondivika_nsk

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

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

Red and Black Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2568
Red and Black Leopard Print Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB2568

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Nails with Cat Paw Print | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6458
Nails with Cat Paw Print | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6458

Silhouette Bunny for Purple Glitter Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7693
Silhouette Bunny for Purple Glitter Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7693

Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB22
Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB22

Ombre Winnie the Pooh Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB2884
Ombre Winnie the Pooh Nails | Cartoon Nails - NB2884

Matte Zoo Nail Design
Matte Zoo Nail Design

Daimondhand

Animals-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB845
Animals-inspired Ojibwe Nails | Tribal - NB845

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

Simple Bunny Nail Art with Polka Dots | Bunny Nails- NB7679
Simple Bunny Nail Art with Polka Dots | Bunny Nails- NB7679

Cat Nail Art

Glitter Purple and Cute Kitty Cat Nails Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7148
Glitter Purple and Cute Kitty Cat Nails Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7148

Bling Cat Paw Print Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7128
Bling Cat Paw Print Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7128

White Kitty Cat with Bow Design for Nails | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7146
White Kitty Cat with Bow Design for Nails | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7146

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

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

Mocha Mousse Ombre Nails Cat Paw Design | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7127
Mocha Mousse Ombre Nails Cat Paw Design | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7127

Stamping Psychedelic Animal Nail Designs
Stamping Psychedelic Animal Nail Designs

Merkyri.nails

Easy to Do Cute Cat Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7137
Easy to Do Cute Cat Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7137

Dog Nail Designs

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

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

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

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

Embellished Nails with a Silhouette Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7533
Embellished Nails with a Silhouette Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7533

Blue Dog Love Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7537
Blue Dog Love Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7537

Snoopy from Peanuts Nails
Snoopy from Peanuts Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

Panda Nail Designs

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

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

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

Marble Nails Panda Head Design | Panda Nails- NB7562
Marble Nails Panda Head Design | Panda Nails- NB7562

Cute Panda for Mismatched French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7556
Cute Panda for Mismatched French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7556

Black Nails Dots and Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7567
Black Nails Dots and Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7567

Decorated Baby Pink and Blue Panda Nails | Panda Nails- NB7565
Decorated Baby Pink and Blue Panda Nails | Panda Nails- NB7565

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

Bunny Nails

Simple Bunny Nail Art with Polka Dots | Bunny Nails- NB7679
Simple Bunny Nail Art with Polka Dots | Bunny Nails- NB7679

New Year Short Black Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3703
New Year Short Black Nails | 2024 Nails - NB3703

Cute Bunny Nail Design
Cute Bunny Nail Design

Project_paznokcie

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

Paulina_migdalek

Magical Aurora View and Arctic Hares on Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3115
Magical Aurora View and Arctic Hares on Nails | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3115

Simple Bunnies for Polka Dot Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7702
Simple Bunnies for Polka Dot Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7702

Chick and Bunny for Easter Nails Design | Chicken Nails- NB7782
Chick and Bunny for Easter Nails Design | Chicken Nails- NB7782

Blue and White French Tips for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3549
Blue and White French Tips for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3549

Chicken Nail Art

Blue and White French Tips for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3549
Blue and White French Tips for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3549

Easter Eggs French and Chick's Head Design | Easter Nails - NB3617
Easter Eggs French and Chick's Head Design | Easter Nails - NB3617

Easter Chicks and Eggs Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3418
Easter Chicks and Eggs Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3418

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

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

Cute Chicken for Ombre Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7790
Cute Chicken for Ombre Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7790

Chick Accent for Glitter Easter Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7781
Chick Accent for Glitter Easter Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7781

Small Chick for Pink Ombre Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7794
Small Chick for Pink Ombre Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7794

Giraffe Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mouse Nails

Cheese Tips and Mouse Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8119
Cheese Tips and Mouse Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8119

Matte Top Coat on a Cartoon Nail
Matte Top Coat on a Cartoon Nail

Nails_by_evelyn9

Jerry on Accent Nail
Jerry on Accent Nail

Olga_soloveva._

Christmas Mouse
Christmas Mouse

Blondivika_nsk

Valentine's Day Minnie Mouse Nail Art
Valentine's Day Minnie Mouse Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

Minimal Mouse Nails with a Heart | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8112
Minimal Mouse Nails with a Heart | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8112

Mouse and Cheese Theme Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8113
Mouse and Cheese Theme Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8113

Neutral Nails with Minimal Mouse Accent | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8106
Neutral Nails with Minimal Mouse Accent | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8106

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hand Painted Death Moth Nails
Hand Painted Death Moth Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Halloween Blood Moon Nails
Halloween Blood Moon Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Round Flamingo Tropical Nails
Round Flamingo Tropical Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Bunny Goth Nails
Bunny Goth Nails

Melificentnailartistry

3D Dragon Nails
3D Dragon Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Summer Butterflies
Summer Butterflies

_beautbybee

Hand Painted Summer Nails
Hand Painted Summer Nails

_beautbybee

Psychedelic Nail Art
Psychedelic Nail Art

_beautbybee

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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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