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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

Thumper of Bambi Cartoon Nails
Thumper of Bambi Cartoon Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Panda Green Nails with Hearts | Panda Nails- NB7581
Panda Green Nails with Hearts | Panda Nails- NB7581

Lamppost with Falling Snow and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1374
Lamppost with Falling Snow and Reindeer Nail Design | Christmas Nails - NB1374

Lilac Butterfly Nails with Silver Glitters
Lilac Butterfly Nails with Silver Glitters

Nailed.it.by.amber

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

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

Ladybug on Leaves
Ladybug on Leaves

Nails_by_evelyn9

Bright Pink Nails Leopard Design | Leopard Nails- NB8070
Bright Pink Nails Leopard Design | Leopard Nails- NB8070

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

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

Coral Reef and Marine Species Silhouette Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2811
Coral Reef and Marine Species Silhouette Nail Design | Save the Ocean Nails - NB2811

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

Short Simple Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2519
Short Simple Leopard Print Nail Design | Animal Print Nails - NB2519

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

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

Matte Zoo Nail Design
Matte Zoo Nail Design

Daimondhand

Coloring Book Inspiration Nails
Coloring Book Inspiration Nails

Daimondhand

Cat Nail Art

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

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

Heart and Kitty Cat Nails Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7143
Heart and Kitty Cat Nails Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7143

Garfield Matte Nails
Garfield Matte Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Red Nails Royal Silhouette Cat Design | Silhouette Cat Nails - NB7152
Red Nails Royal Silhouette Cat Design | Silhouette Cat Nails - NB7152

Scary Nails Design with Black Cat | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5875
Scary Nails Design with Black Cat | Halloween Cat Nails - NB5875

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

Happy Cute Cats Design for Matte Nails | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7139
Happy Cute Cats Design for Matte Nails | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7139

Dog Nail Designs

Grinch and Max the Dog Nails
Grinch and Max the Dog Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

Footprint and Pluto Dog
Footprint and Pluto Dog

Fasia.nails

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

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

Simple Nails Design with Dog Paws | Dog Nail Designs- NB7536
Simple Nails Design with Dog Paws | Dog Nail Designs- NB7536

Pop Art Bulldogs of Andy Warhol
Pop Art Bulldogs of Andy Warhol

Daimondhand

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

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

Panda Nail Designs

Panda Accent for Gold Swirl Nails | Panda Nails- NB7555
Panda Accent for Gold Swirl Nails | Panda Nails- NB7555

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

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

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

Gold Bling Nails with Panda Accents | Panda Nails- NB7576
Gold Bling Nails with Panda Accents | Panda Nails- NB7576

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

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

Cute Panda for Ombre Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7590
Cute Panda for Ombre Nails Design | Panda Nails- NB7590

Bunny Nails

Matte Pastel Nails for Easter
Matte Pastel Nails for Easter

Olga_soloveva._

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

Hearts and Rabbit
Hearts and Rabbit

Fasia.nails

Glitter Nails with Easter Bunnies | Easter Nails - NB3382
Glitter Nails with Easter Bunnies | Easter Nails - NB3382

Pink Nails Design for Easter Holiday | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8060
Pink Nails Design for Easter Holiday | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8060

Blue and Pink Easter Nails with Bunny Ear Design | Easter Nails - NB3397
Blue and Pink Easter Nails with Bunny Ear Design | Easter Nails - NB3397

Aurora Effect Nails with White Silhouette Bunny Design | Easter Nails - NB3394
Aurora Effect Nails with White Silhouette Bunny Design | Easter Nails - NB3394

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

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

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

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

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

Easter Eggshell Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7784
Easter Eggshell Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7784

Pastel Nails with Cute Easter Chick | Easter Nails - NB3422
Pastel Nails with Cute Easter Chick | Easter Nails - NB3422

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

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

Giraffe Nail Designs

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

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

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 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

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

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

Mouse Nails

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

Jerry the Mouse Nail Art
Jerry the Mouse Nail Art

Nna_naomynailart_official

Bright Nails with Mouse Accents | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8109
Bright Nails with Mouse Accents | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8109

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

Nails_by_evelyn9

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

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

Christmas Mouse
Christmas Mouse

Blondivika_nsk

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

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

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

Tropical Parrots Minimal Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-451
Tropical Parrots Minimal Toenail Design |Tropical-NB-D-451

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

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

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

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

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

Simple Bunny and Carrot Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB7996
Simple Bunny and Carrot Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB7996

Pink Chrome Nails with a 3D Cat Design | Nafas Customized Nails- NB7904
Pink Chrome Nails with a 3D Cat Design | Nafas Customized Nails- NB7904

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

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

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

Chick for Orange Ombre Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7793
Chick for Orange Ombre Nails | Chicken Nails- NB7793

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Matte Easter Nails with a Chick and Rabbit | Chicken Nails- NB7785
Matte Easter Nails with a Chick and Rabbit | Chicken Nails- NB7785

Easter Eggshell Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7784
Easter Eggshell Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7784

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

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

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

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

Long Nails with Easter Bunny and Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7779
Long Nails with Easter Bunny and Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7779

Embellished Easter Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7778
Embellished Easter Nails with a Chick | Chicken Nails- NB7778

Easter Bunny and Chick Nail Design | Chicken Nails- NB7777
Easter Bunny and Chick Nail Design | Chicken Nails- NB7777

Micro French Nails Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7707
Micro French Nails Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7707

Easy to Do Silhouette Bunny Nail Design | Bunny Nails- NB7706
Easy to Do Silhouette Bunny Nail Design | Bunny Nails- NB7706

Ombre Nails with a White Bunny | Bunny Nails- NB7705
Ombre Nails with a White Bunny | Bunny Nails- NB7705

Funny Bunny for Gold and White Short Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7704
Funny Bunny for Gold and White Short Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7704

Easy Bunny Nails Design with Glitter | Bunny Nails- NB7703
Easy Bunny Nails Design with Glitter | Bunny Nails- NB7703

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

A Cute Bunny for Glitter Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7701
A Cute Bunny for Glitter Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7701

Simple Bunny Nail Art | Bunny Nails- NB7700
Simple Bunny Nail Art | Bunny Nails- NB7700

Blue Nails Moon Rabbit Design | Bunny Nails- NB7699
Blue Nails Moon Rabbit Design | Bunny Nails- NB7699

Ombre Nails with Gold Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7698
Ombre Nails with Gold Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7698

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

Bunny Design for Luxury Glitter Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7696
Bunny Design for Luxury Glitter Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7696

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

Bunny and Heart Design for Gradient Pastel Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7694
Bunny and Heart Design for Gradient Pastel Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7694

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

Bunny Head on Colorful Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7692
Bunny Head on Colorful Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7692

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

Moon Rabbit Nail Art | Bunny Nails- NB7690
Moon Rabbit Nail Art | Bunny Nails- NB7690

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

Silhouette Bunny Design for Matte Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7688
Silhouette Bunny Design for Matte Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7688

French Nails with Simple Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7687
French Nails with Simple Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7687

Bunny with Bow for Glitter Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7686
Bunny with Bow for Glitter Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7686

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

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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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