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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

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

Pink Nails with Bunny Accents | Bunny Nails- NB7668
Pink Nails with Bunny Accents | Bunny Nails- NB7668

Tropical Parrots Tulip Almond Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-452
Tropical Parrots Tulip Almond Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-452

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

Daisy Duck Matte Nails
Daisy Duck Matte Nails

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Easter Bunny Ears
Easter Bunny Ears

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Dalmatian Dog and Print on Pink Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1996
Dalmatian Dog and Print on Pink Nails | Animal Print Nails - NB1996

Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails with Green Tips | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1799
Peach Fuzz Butterfly Nails with Green Tips | Color of the Year 2024 - NB1799

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Tropical Parrots Pink and Gray Minimal Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-450
Tropical Parrots Pink and Gray Minimal Nail Design |Tropical-NB-D-450

Panda Negative Space Toenails
Panda Negative Space Toenails

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

Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782
Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782

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

Silhouette Bunny for Black and White Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7677
Silhouette Bunny for Black and White Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7677

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

Mismatched Animal Nails
Mismatched Animal Nails

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Cat Nail Art

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

Super Cute Cat Design for Glitter Nails | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7133
Super Cute Cat Design for Glitter Nails | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7133

Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB752
Black Cat Nails | Halloween - NB752

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

Embellished Stiletto Nails with Cute Cat | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7138
Embellished Stiletto Nails with Cute Cat | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7138

Pink Ombre Nails Cute Kitty Cat Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7144
Pink Ombre Nails Cute Kitty Cat Design | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7144

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

Halloween Black Cat Matte Nails Design | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5782
Halloween Black Cat Matte Nails Design | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5782

Dog Nail Designs

Snoopy from Peanuts Nails
Snoopy from Peanuts Nails

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

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

Cute Puppy for Matte Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7543
Cute Puppy for Matte Nails Design | Dog Nail Designs- NB7543

Decorated Nails with a Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7540
Decorated Nails with a Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7540

X-long Ombre Yellow Nails with a Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7534
X-long Ombre Yellow Nails with a Dog | Dog Nail Designs- NB7534

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

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

Panda Nail Designs

Bamboo and Panda Nails with Glitter | Panda Nails- NB7589
Bamboo and Panda Nails with Glitter | Panda Nails- NB7589

Panda for Short Glitter French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7579
Panda for Short Glitter French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7579

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

Panda Design for Baby Blue Nails | Panda Nails- NB7582
Panda Design for Baby Blue Nails | Panda Nails- NB7582

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

Panda Theme for Pastel French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7574
Panda Theme for Pastel French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7574

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

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

Bunny Nails

Elegant Easter Nails with a Silhouette Bunny | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8052
Elegant Easter Nails with a Silhouette Bunny | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8052

Easter Bunny on Nails with Flowers | Easter Nails - NB3545
Easter Bunny on Nails with Flowers | Easter Nails - NB3545

Glitter Design White Easter Nails with a Bunny | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8048
Glitter Design White Easter Nails with a Bunny | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8048

Chrome Bunny for Black and Red Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7665
Chrome Bunny for Black and Red Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7665

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

Pink Nails Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3597
Pink Nails Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3597

3D Bunny on Blue Easter Nails | Easter Nails - NB3583
3D Bunny on Blue Easter Nails | Easter Nails - NB3583

White Bunny for Baby Blue Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7680
White Bunny for Baby Blue Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7680

Chicken Nail Art

3D Chick on Easter Nails | Easter Nails - NB3562
3D Chick on Easter Nails | Easter Nails - NB3562

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

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

Watercolor Nails with Easter Chick | Easter Nails - NB3417
Watercolor Nails with Easter Chick | Easter Nails - NB3417

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

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

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

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

Giraffe Nail Designs

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

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 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

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

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

Mouse Nails

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

Valentine's Days Jerry Nail Art
Valentine's Days Jerry Nail Art

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

Jerry on Accent Nail
Jerry on Accent Nail

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Galaxy Nails with Opossum Accents | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8117
Galaxy Nails with Opossum Accents | Mouse Nail Designs- NB8117

Disney Halloween Nail Art
Disney Halloween Nail Art

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

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

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Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782
Easter Pedicure Nail Design with a Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3782

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

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

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

Bunny for Pink Coffin Nail Design | Bunny Nails- NB7683
Bunny for Pink Coffin Nail Design | Bunny Nails- NB7683

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

Colorful Easter Bunny Nails with Sparkle | Bunny Nails- NB7681
Colorful Easter Bunny Nails with Sparkle | Bunny Nails- NB7681

White Bunny for Baby Blue Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7680
White Bunny for Baby Blue Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7680

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

Reverse French Nails with Bunny Accent | Bunny Nails- NB7678
Reverse French Nails with Bunny Accent | Bunny Nails- NB7678

Silhouette Bunny for Black and White Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7677
Silhouette Bunny for Black and White Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7677

Pastel Nails Rabbit and Carrot Design | Bunny Nails- NB7676
Pastel Nails Rabbit and Carrot Design | Bunny Nails- NB7676

Cute Bunny Design for Neon Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7675
Cute Bunny Design for Neon Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7675

Silhouette Bunny Design for Dark Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7674
Silhouette Bunny Design for Dark Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7674

Bunny Nail Design for Bling Style | Bunny Nails- NB7673
Bunny Nail Design for Bling Style | Bunny Nails- NB7673

Blue Glitter Nails with Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7672
Blue Glitter Nails with Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7672

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

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

Gray Nails Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7669
Gray Nails Bunny Design | Bunny Nails- NB7669

Pink Nails with Bunny Accents | Bunny Nails- NB7668
Pink Nails with Bunny Accents | Bunny Nails- NB7668

Bling Bunny Ears for Pink Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7667
Bling Bunny Ears for Pink Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7667

Funny Bunny Almond Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7666
Funny Bunny Almond Nails | Bunny Nails- NB7666

Chrome Bunny for Black and Red Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7665
Chrome Bunny for Black and Red Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7665

Clear Nails with Bunnies and Hearts Design | Bunny Nails- NB7664
Clear Nails with Bunnies and Hearts Design | Bunny Nails- NB7664

Cute Bunny for Short Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7663
Cute Bunny for Short Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7663

Bunny Head for Long Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7662
Bunny Head for Long Nails Design | Bunny Nails- NB7662

Bunny Accent for Short French Nail | Bunny Nails- NB7661
Bunny Accent for Short French Nail | Bunny Nails- NB7661

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

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

Bamboo and Panda Nails with Glitter | Panda Nails- NB7589
Bamboo and Panda Nails with Glitter | Panda Nails- NB7589

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

Black and Pink Panda Nails | Panda Nails Design- NB7587
Black and Pink Panda Nails | Panda Nails Design- NB7587

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

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

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

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

Panda Design for Baby Blue Nails | Panda Nails- NB7582
Panda Design for Baby Blue Nails | Panda Nails- NB7582

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

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

Panda for Short Glitter French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7579
Panda for Short Glitter French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7579

Nude Nails with Black Tips and Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7578
Nude Nails with Black Tips and Panda Design | Panda Nails- NB7578

Panda Design for Silver Glitter Nails | Panda Nails- NB7577
Panda Design for Silver Glitter Nails | Panda Nails- NB7577

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

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

Panda Theme for Pastel French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7574
Panda Theme for Pastel French Nails | Panda Nails- NB7574

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

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

Panda Theme X-long Russian Almond Nails | Panda Nails- NB7571
Panda Theme X-long Russian Almond Nails | Panda Nails- NB7571

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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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