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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

Sea and Sunset Matte Nails
Sea and Sunset Matte Nails

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Silver and White Reindeer French Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1376
Silver and White Reindeer French Nails | Christmas Nails - NB1376

Easter Pink and White Nails with Flowers | Easter Nails - NB3462
Easter Pink and White Nails with Flowers | Easter Nails - NB3462

Simba from The Lion King
Simba from The Lion King

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Aurora Nails with Arctic Hare | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3160
Aurora Nails with Arctic Hare | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3160

Double French Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1791
Double French Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1791

Matte Nails Inspired by Coast Salish Salmon Fish Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1485
Matte Nails Inspired by Coast Salish Salmon Fish Design | Canadian | Tribal - NB1485

Spring Easter Nails with a Cute Rabbit | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8057
Spring Easter Nails with a Cute Rabbit | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8057

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

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

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

Reindeer Design for Short Pink Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6835
Reindeer Design for Short Pink Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6835

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

Mismatched Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8013
Mismatched Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8013

Ladybug and Heart Design for White Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8262
Ladybug and Heart Design for White Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8262

Short Ombre Nails with Panda | Panda Nails- NB7566
Short Ombre Nails with Panda | Panda Nails- NB7566

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

Cat Nail Art

Kitty Cat Design for Black and Gold Nails | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7145
Kitty Cat Design for Black and Gold Nails | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7145

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

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

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

Black Nails with Cat in Hat Nail Design | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5778
Black Nails with Cat in Hat Nail Design | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5778

Tom and Short Neon Nails
Tom and Short Neon Nails

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Kitty Cat Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7141
Kitty Cat Design for Mocha Mousse Nails | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7141

Royal Black Cat Nails Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7122
Royal Black Cat Nails Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7122

Dog Nail Designs

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

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

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

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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

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

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

Footprint and Pluto Dog
Footprint and Pluto Dog

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Panda Nail Designs

Panda Nails 3D Design | Panda Nails- NB7591
Panda Nails 3D Design | Panda Nails- NB7591

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

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

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

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

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

Short Panda Nails for Spring | Panda Nails- NB7558
Short Panda Nails for Spring | Panda Nails- NB7558

Panda Design for Purple Ombre French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7575
Panda Design for Purple Ombre French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7575

Bunny Nails

Gold and White Nails Bunny Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7682
Gold and White Nails Bunny Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7682

Hearts and Rabbit
Hearts and Rabbit

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

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

White Easter Bunny on Black Nails | Easter Nails - NB3571
White Easter Bunny on Black Nails | Easter Nails - NB3571

Furry Bunny Design for Short Watercolor Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7697
Furry Bunny Design for Short Watercolor Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7697

Easter Bunnies Nails with Polka Dots | Easter Nails - NB3381
Easter Bunnies Nails with Polka Dots | Easter Nails - NB3381

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

Chicken Nail Art

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

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

Easter Chick Nails with Gold Accents | Easter Nails - NB3414
Easter Chick Nails with Gold Accents | Easter Nails - NB3414

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

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

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

Purple Ombre Nails with a Rooster | Chicken Nails- NB7795
Purple Ombre Nails with a Rooster | Chicken Nails- NB7795

Easter Chick Accent Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3420
Easter Chick Accent Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3420

Giraffe Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mouse Nails

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Snake Nails

Coffin Snake Design Nails | Snake Nails- NB8139
Coffin Snake Design Nails | Snake Nails- NB8139

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

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

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

Simple French Manicure With Snake
Simple French Manicure With Snake

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Snake Nail Art
Snake Nail Art

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

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

Crab Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

Silhouette Marine Life with Seahorses | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2764
Silhouette Marine Life with Seahorses | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2764

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

Bee Nail Designs

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

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

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

Pink Nails with Bee Embellishments | Bee Nails- NB8147
Pink Nails with Bee Embellishments | Bee Nails- NB8147

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

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

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

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

Ladybug Nails

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

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

Ladybug Accents for Polka Dot Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8265
Ladybug Accents for Polka Dot Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8265

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

Ladybug and Leaf Design for Short Pink Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8267
Ladybug and Leaf Design for Short Pink Nails | Ladybug Nails- NB8267

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

Glossy Red Nails with Ladybug Accents | Ladybug Nails- NB8274
Glossy Red Nails with Ladybug Accents | Ladybug Nails- NB8274

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

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

Polka Dot and Chicken Easter Nails
Polka Dot and Chicken Easter Nails

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Egg with Bunny Ears
Egg with Bunny Ears

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Bunny Ears Between Flowers
Bunny Ears Between Flowers

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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

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3D Bears Gel Nails
3D Bears Gel Nails

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Nature in Blue
Nature in Blue

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Elegant Pastel Nails
Elegant Pastel Nails

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Airbrushing Gradient with Half Butterfly
Airbrushing Gradient with Half Butterfly

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Halloween Cat on Short Natural Nails
Halloween Cat on Short Natural Nails

Melificentnailartistry

Gothic Christmas
Gothic Christmas

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Snake Nail Art
Snake Nail Art

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Dark Xmas Nails
Dark Xmas Nails

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Hand Painted Death Moth Nails
Hand Painted Death Moth Nails

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Halloween Blood Moon Nails
Halloween Blood Moon Nails

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Round Flamingo Tropical Nails
Round Flamingo Tropical Nails

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Bunny Goth Nails
Bunny Goth Nails

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3D Dragon Nails
3D Dragon Nails

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Summer Butterflies
Summer Butterflies

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Hand Painted Summer Nails
Hand Painted Summer Nails

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Psychedelic Nail Art
Psychedelic Nail Art

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Hand Painted Blue Bunny Nails
Hand Painted Blue Bunny Nails

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Green French with a Butterfly
Green French with a Butterfly

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Matte Pastel Nails for Easter
Matte Pastel Nails for Easter

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Tom and Short Neon Nails
Tom and Short Neon Nails

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Jerry on Accent Nail
Jerry on Accent Nail

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Pink Panther Nail Art
Pink Panther Nail Art

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Dark Halloween Ted
Dark Halloween Ted

Klamaja

The Cat of Christmas
The Cat of Christmas

Klamaja

Spring Purple Teddy Bear
Spring Purple Teddy Bear

Klamaja

Cute Lamb on Pastel Nails
Cute Lamb on Pastel Nails

Klamaja

Funny Bunny
Funny Bunny

Klamaja

Fall Teddy Bear
Fall Teddy Bear

Klamaja

Jellyfish Nail Design
Jellyfish Nail Design

Klamaja

Bunny in the Meadow
Bunny in the Meadow

Klamaja

Ruby Red Halloween Nails
Ruby Red Halloween Nails

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Winter Deer Nails
Winter Deer Nails

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Winter with Raccoon
Winter with Raccoon

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Bird on Ombre Nails
Bird on Ombre Nails

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Winter Cat
Winter Cat

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Easter Bunny Ears
Easter Bunny Ears

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Sea and Sunset Matte Nails
Sea and Sunset Matte Nails

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Gold and Brown Christmas Nails
Gold and Brown Christmas Nails

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Whale Design on Matte Nails
Whale Design on Matte Nails

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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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