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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

French Nails with Coast Salish Carving Ancient Art | Canadian | Tribal - NB1481
French Nails with Coast Salish Carving Ancient Art | Canadian | Tribal - NB1481

Peach Fuzz Glossy Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1790
Peach Fuzz Glossy Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1790

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

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

Cute Panda Pastel Nails
Cute Panda Pastel Nails

Fasia.nails

Bunnies and Flowers for Spring Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7689
Bunnies and Flowers for Spring Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7689

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

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

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

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

White Silhouette Marine Life Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2810
White Silhouette Marine Life Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2810

Simple Easter Nails with Lambs | Easter Nails - NB3501
Simple Easter Nails with Lambs | Easter Nails - NB3501

Rainbow Nails with Bunnies | Easter Bunny Nails- NB7999
Rainbow Nails with Bunnies | Easter Bunny Nails- NB7999

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

Ocean Conservation French Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2816
Ocean Conservation French Nails | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2816

Gray and White Ombre Nails with Snowy Owl | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3137
Gray and White Ombre Nails with Snowy Owl | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3137

Cat Nail Art

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

Cat Paw Design for Black Cat Ombre Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7126
Cat Paw Design for Black Cat Ombre Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7126

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

Minimal Cute Cat Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7140
Minimal Cute Cat Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7140

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

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

Pink and Purple Nails with Cute Black Cat Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7116
Pink and Purple Nails with Cute Black Cat Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7116

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

Dog Nail Designs

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

Footprint and Pluto Dog
Footprint and Pluto Dog

Fasia.nails

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

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

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

Snoopy from Peanuts Nails
Snoopy from Peanuts Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

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

Panda Nail Designs

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

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

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

3D Panda Paw Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7583
3D Panda Paw Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7583

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

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

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

Love for Panda Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7585
Love for Panda Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7585

Bunny Nails

Easter Bunny Brings Egg Nail Art | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8005
Easter Bunny Brings Egg Nail Art | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8005

Easter Pastel Purple Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8008
Easter Pastel Purple Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8008

Rabbit Design Nails with Flowers | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8001
Rabbit Design Nails with Flowers | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8001

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

Cartoon Theme Graffiti Nails | Graffiti Nails - NB2916
Cartoon Theme Graffiti Nails | Graffiti Nails - NB2916

Matte Nails Easter Bunny Cutout | Easter Nails - NB3613
Matte Nails Easter Bunny Cutout | Easter Nails - NB3613

Rainbow Nails with Bunnies | Easter Bunny Nails- NB7999
Rainbow Nails with Bunnies | Easter Bunny Nails- NB7999

Egg with Bunny Ears
Egg with Bunny Ears

Paulina_migdalek

Chicken Nail Art

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

A Chick for Minimal Easter Nails | Easter Nails - NB3423
A Chick for Minimal Easter Nails | Easter Nails - NB3423

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

Easter Chicks and Flowers Nail Art | Easter Nails - NB3415
Easter Chicks and Flowers Nail Art | Easter Nails - NB3415

Colorful Stripes on Black Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3569
Colorful Stripes on Black Nails for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3569

Colorful Chick Nails Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3416
Colorful Chick Nails Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3416

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

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

Giraffe Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mouse Nails

Christmas Mouse
Christmas Mouse

Blondivika_nsk

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

Happy Disney Nails
Happy Disney Nails

Nailartbychlo

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

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

Jerry Stilleto Matte Nails
Jerry Stilleto Matte Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

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

Snake Nails

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

Silhouette Snake and Leaves Design
Silhouette Snake and Leaves Design

Mari_mari_nailart

Marble Green Nails with 3D Snake Design | Snake Nails- NB8127
Marble Green Nails with 3D Snake Design | Snake Nails- NB8127

Chrome Snake Nail Design
Chrome Snake Nail Design

Korelviktoria

Nude Nails with Snake Design
Nude Nails with Snake Design

Project_paznokcie

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

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

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

Crab Nail Designs

Red Nails with White Silhouette Crabs | Crab Nails- NB8162
Red Nails with White Silhouette Crabs | Crab Nails- NB8162

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

Lobster with Pearl
Lobster with Pearl

Korelviktoria

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

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

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

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

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

Bee Nail Designs

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

Light Blue Nails with Bees and Flowers | Pollinators Nails - NB3056
Light Blue Nails with Bees and Flowers | Pollinators Nails - NB3056

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

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

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

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

Ladybug Nails

Ladybug Design for Transparent Pink Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8354
Ladybug Design for Transparent Pink Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8354

Ladybug Design for Micro French Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8355
Ladybug Design for Micro French Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8355

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

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

Vintage Ladybug Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8263
Vintage Ladybug Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8263

Ladybug Design for French Manicure | Ladybug Nails- NB8340
Ladybug Design for French Manicure | Ladybug Nails- NB8340

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

Dot Nails with Ladybugs and Flowers | Ladybug Nails- NB8270
Dot Nails with Ladybugs and Flowers | Ladybug Nails- NB8270

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

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

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

Nail_sunny

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

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

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

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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