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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

Black Easter Nails 3D Designs | Easter Nails - NB3570
Black Easter Nails 3D Designs | Easter Nails - NB3570

Leopard Cub French Nails | Leopard Nails- NB8078
Leopard Cub French Nails | Leopard Nails- NB8078

Eeyore | Winnie the Pooh
Eeyore | Winnie the Pooh

Fasia.nails

Tropical Parrots on Pink Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-498
Tropical Parrots on Pink Nail Design|Tropical-NB-D-498

Long Almond Nails Cute Cat Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7134
Long Almond Nails Cute Cat Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7134

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB25
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB25

Fudge Cow Print
Fudge Cow Print

Fasia.nails

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

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Furry Bunny for Short Watercolor Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7684
Furry Bunny for Short Watercolor Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7684

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

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

Short Easter Bunny Nails | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8054
Short Easter Bunny Nails | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8054

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

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

Leopard Nails Design with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2515
Leopard Nails Design with Rhinestones | Animal Print Nails - NB2515

Polar Bear on Iceberg Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3119
Polar Bear on Iceberg Nail Art | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3119

Cat Nail Art

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

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

Halloween Black Cat and Witch Hat on Nails | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5784
Halloween Black Cat and Witch Hat on Nails | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5784

Black Cat for Bling Yellow Nails Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7118
Black Cat for Bling Yellow Nails Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7118

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

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

French Nails Simple Cat Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7131
French Nails Simple Cat Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7131

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

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

Dog Accent for Glossy Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7532
Dog Accent for Glossy Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7532

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

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

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

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

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

Panda Nail Designs

Panda Love Ombre Nails | Panda Nails- NB7573
Panda Love Ombre Nails | Panda Nails- NB7573

Panda Design for Colorful Gradient Nails | Panda Nails- NB7568
Panda Design for Colorful Gradient Nails | Panda Nails- NB7568

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bunny Nails

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

Cute Bunny on Easter Blue Nails | Easter Nails - NB3585
Cute Bunny on Easter Blue Nails | Easter Nails - NB3585

Grid French with Tulip Flower Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3663
Grid French with Tulip Flower Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3663

Flowers and Bunnies Nail Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3468
Flowers and Bunnies Nail Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3468

Pink Glittery Nails with Bugs Bunny and Heart Motifs | Cartoon Nails- NB8364
Pink Glittery Nails with Bugs Bunny and Heart Motifs | Cartoon Nails- NB8364

Bunny Design White Tip Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7670
Bunny Design White Tip Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7670

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

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

Chicken Nail Art

Cute Chicks on Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3419
Cute Chicks on Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3419

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

Chicken for Gold Glitter Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7786
Chicken for Gold Glitter Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7786

Easter Chick on Light Pastel Nails | Easter Nails - NB3413
Easter Chick on Light Pastel Nails | Easter Nails - NB3413

Pink Striped Nails with Easter Chick Design | Easter Nails - NB3421
Pink Striped Nails with Easter Chick Design | Easter Nails - NB3421

Coffin Nails with a 3D Chicken | Chicken Nails- NB7788
Coffin Nails with a 3D Chicken | Chicken Nails- NB7788

Rooster Accent for Rose Gold Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7796
Rooster Accent for Rose Gold Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7796

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

Giraffe Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mouse Nails

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

Nna_naomynailart_official

3D Mouse and Cheese Nails Design | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8116
3D Mouse and Cheese Nails Design | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8116

Mouse Design for Holographic Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8104
Mouse Design for Holographic Nails | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8104

Minnie and Daisy Disney Nails
Minnie and Daisy Disney Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

A Cute Mouse for Colorful Nails Design | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8110
A Cute Mouse for Colorful Nails Design | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8110

Happy Disney Nails
Happy Disney Nails

Nailartbychlo

Valentine's Day Mickey Mouse Nail Art
Valentine's Day Mickey Mouse Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

Nails_by_evelyn9

Snake Nails

Snake in the Woods
Snake in the Woods

Mari_mari_nailart

Snake and Rhinestone Nails Design | Snake Nails- NB8125
Snake and Rhinestone Nails Design | Snake Nails- NB8125

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

Snake Nail Art
Snake Nail Art

Melificentnailartistry

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

Nude Nails with Snake Design
Nude Nails with Snake Design

Project_paznokcie

Matte Nails with Snake | Snake Nails- NB8123
Matte Nails with Snake | Snake Nails- NB8123

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

Crab Nail Designs

Cute Crab Glitter Ombre Nails | Crab Nails- NB8165
Cute Crab Glitter Ombre Nails | Crab Nails- NB8165

Blue Swirl Nails with a Cute Crab | Crab Nails- NB8160
Blue Swirl Nails with a Cute Crab | Crab Nails- NB8160

Matte Crab Nails Design | Crab Nails- NB8157
Matte Crab Nails Design | Crab Nails- NB8157

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

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

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

The Little Mermaid Nail Art | Crab Nails- NB8164
The Little Mermaid Nail Art | Crab Nails- NB8164

Bee Nail Designs

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

Bee and Sunflower Yellow Nails
Bee and Sunflower Yellow Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Pastel Sunflower and Bee Nails Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5240
Pastel Sunflower and Bee Nails Design | Sunflower Nails - NB5240

Bee and Honeycomb Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8142
Bee and Honeycomb Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8142

Bee and Honey Drips Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8149
Bee and Honey Drips Nails Design | Bee Nails- NB8149

Transparent Nails with Hexagonal Honeycomb Design | Bee Nails- NB8150
Transparent Nails with Hexagonal Honeycomb Design | Bee Nails- NB8150

Winnie the Pooh and Bees Nails Design | Cartoon Nails - NB2881
Winnie the Pooh and Bees Nails Design | Cartoon Nails - NB2881

Various Bees Nail Design | Pollinators Nails - NB3054
Various Bees Nail Design | Pollinators Nails - NB3054

Ladybug Nails

Vintage Ladybug Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8352
Vintage Ladybug Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8352

Ladybug Design for Black and Red Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8266
Ladybug Design for Black and Red Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8266

Coffin Nails with Ladybug Accents | Ladybug Nails- NB8261
Coffin Nails with Ladybug Accents | Ladybug Nails- NB8261

Ladybug Theme for Matte Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8343
Ladybug Theme for Matte Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8343

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

Ladybug Design for Short White Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8271
Ladybug Design for Short White Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8271

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

Short Nude Nails with Red Ladybugs | Ladybug Nails- NB8350
Short Nude Nails with Red Ladybugs | Ladybug Nails- NB8350

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

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

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

Nail_sunny

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

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

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

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

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB39
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB39

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB38
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB38

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB37
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB37

Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB35
Spongebob | Cartoon Nails - NB35

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

Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB29
Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB29

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB28
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB28

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB27
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB27

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB26
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB26

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB25
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB25

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB24
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB24

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB23
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB23

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

Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB21
Minnie Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB21

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB20
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB20

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB19
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB19

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB18
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB18

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB17
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB17

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

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB15
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB15

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB14
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB14

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB13
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB13

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB12
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB12

Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB11
Mickey Mouse | Cartoon Nails - NB11

Coffin Nails with Butterflies
Coffin Nails with Butterflies

_gabrielamanole

Woods in Silhouette Effect
Woods in Silhouette Effect

Novikova.nailstudio

Abstract Woman Portrait with Butterflies
Abstract Woman Portrait with Butterflies

Novikova.nailstudio

Silhouette Mountains and Birds
Silhouette Mountains and Birds

Novikova.nailstudio

Snake in the Woods
Snake in the Woods

Mari_mari_nailart

Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies
Glitter Ombre Nails with Butterflies

Mari_mari_nailart

Butterflies Silhouette Design with Rhinestones
Butterflies Silhouette Design with Rhinestones

Mari_mari_nailart

Butterfly Matte Blue Nails
Butterfly Matte Blue Nails

Mari_mari_nailart

Milky White Nails with Butterflies
Milky White Nails with Butterflies

Mari_mari_nailart

Silhouette Snake and Leaves Design
Silhouette Snake and Leaves Design

Mari_mari_nailart

Matte Goose Nails
Matte Goose Nails

Merkyri.nails

Half Butterflies on Black Nails
Half Butterflies on Black Nails

Merkyri.nails

Catfish on Milk Gel Nails
Catfish on Milk Gel Nails

Getman.nails

Cute Rabbit and Doughnut Nail Design
Cute Rabbit and Doughnut Nail Design

Getman.nails

Silver Butterflies on White Nails
Silver Butterflies on White Nails

Getman.nails

Genie, Abu, and Rajah from Aladdin
Genie, Abu, and Rajah from Aladdin

Nna_naomynailart_official

Ariel and Flounder from the Little Mermaid
Ariel and Flounder from the Little Mermaid

Nna_naomynailart_official

Jerry the Mouse Nail Art
Jerry the Mouse Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

Care Bears Nail Designs
Care Bears Nail Designs

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

Nna_naomynailart_official

Minnie and Pluto Christmas Nails
Minnie and Pluto Christmas Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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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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