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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

Tropical Neon Pink Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8017
Tropical Neon Pink Nails with Flamingo | Animal Nails- NB8017

Gradient Aurora Nails with Reindeer Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3143
Gradient Aurora Nails with Reindeer Design | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3143

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

Frozen French Manicure with Walrus | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3161
Frozen French Manicure with Walrus | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3161

Easter Bunny and Egg Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8058
Easter Bunny and Egg Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB8058

Leopard Accent for Shimmer Pink Nails | Leopard Nails- NB8066
Leopard Accent for Shimmer Pink Nails | Leopard Nails- NB8066

Golden Deer
Golden Deer

Korelviktoria

Easter Bunnies with 3D Hearts Design on Nails | Easter Nails - NB3559
Easter Bunnies with 3D Hearts Design on Nails | Easter Nails - NB3559

Animal Nail Designs for Short Nails

Glitter Design for White Reindeer Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6834
Glitter Design for White Reindeer Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6834

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

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

Short Easter Bunny Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB7998
Short Easter Bunny Nails Design | Easter Bunny Nails- NB7998

Pink Panther Nail Art
Pink Panther Nail Art

Olga_soloveva._

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

Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB183
Qashqai Nails | Persian | Tribal - NB183

French Nails with Cute Seals | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3138
French Nails with Cute Seals | Polar Wonders Nails - NB3138

Cat Nail Art

Long Square Nails Design with Kitty Cat | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7147
Long Square Nails Design with Kitty Cat | Kitty Cat Nail Art - NB7147

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

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

Cute Cats and Hearts Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7132
Cute Cats and Hearts Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7132

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

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

Minimal Black Nail Design for Halloween | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5779
Minimal Black Nail Design for Halloween | Halloween Black Cat Nails - NB5779

Dog Nail Designs

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

Daimondhand

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

101 Dalmatians and Paw Pattern Nails
101 Dalmatians and Paw Pattern 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

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

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

Dog Paw Print on Coffin Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7541
Dog Paw Print on Coffin Nails | Dog Nail Designs- NB7541

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

Nna_naomynailart_official

Panda Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bunny Nails

Flower Design Easter Nails with Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3392
Flower Design Easter Nails with Bunny | Easter Nails - NB3392

Embellished Bunny Ear Nail Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3401
Embellished Bunny Ear Nail Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3401

Minimal Easter Bunnies and Flowers Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3466
Minimal Easter Bunnies and Flowers Nail Design | Easter Nails - NB3466

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

Chocolate Brown Nail Art for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3678
Chocolate Brown Nail Art for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3678

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

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

Coffin Purple Nails with Easter Bunny | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8042
Coffin Purple Nails with Easter Bunny | Easter Glitter Nails- NB8042

Chicken Nail Art

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

Easter Chick and Colorful Eggs Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3424
Easter Chick and Colorful Eggs Nails Design | Easter Nails - NB3424

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

Cute Easter Chicks on White Nails | Easter Nails - NB3614
Cute Easter Chicks on White Nails | Easter Nails - NB3614

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

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

Colorful Mini Eggs Nails Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3455
Colorful Mini Eggs Nails Design for Easter | Easter Nails - NB3455

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

Giraffe Nail Designs

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

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

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

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

Mouse Nails

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

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

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

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

Nna_naomynailart_official

Jerry Stilleto Matte Nails
Jerry Stilleto Matte Nails

Nna_naomynailart_official

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

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

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

Animal-Inspired Toe Nail Designs

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

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

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

Easter Bunny Pedicure Design | Easter Nails - NB3786
Easter Bunny Pedicure Design | Easter Nails - NB3786

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Easy to Do Cute Cat Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7137
Easy to Do Cute Cat Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7137

Pink Nails with Cute Cat Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7136
Pink Nails with Cute Cat Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7136

Super Cute and Simple Cat and Heart Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7135
Super Cute and Simple Cat and Heart Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7135

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

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

Cute Cats and Hearts Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7132
Cute Cats and Hearts Nails Design | Cute Cat Nail Art - NB7132

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

Silhouette Cat and Paw Accent for Mocha Mousse Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7130
Silhouette Cat and Paw Accent for Mocha Mousse Nails | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7130

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

Mocha Mousse Ombre Nails Cat Paw Design | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7127
Mocha Mousse Ombre Nails Cat Paw Design | Cat Paw Print Nail Designs - NB7127

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

Black Cat Nails with Rhinestone Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7123
Black Cat Nails with Rhinestone Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7123

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

Black Nails with Glitter Cat Design | Cat Nail Art - NB7121
Black Nails with Glitter Cat Design | Cat Nail Art - NB7121

Cute 3D Designs for Black Cat Nails | Black Cat Nails - NB7120
Cute 3D Designs for Black Cat Nails | Black Cat Nails - NB7120

Neon Nails Black Cat Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7119
Neon Nails Black Cat Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7119

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

X-long Stiletto Nails Black Cat Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7117
X-long Stiletto Nails Black Cat Design | Black Cat Nails - NB7117

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

Cute Black Cat for Embellished Nails | Black Cat Nails - NB7115
Cute Black Cat for Embellished Nails | Black Cat Nails - NB7115

Colorful Gradient Short Nails with Black Cat | Black Cat Nails - NB7114
Colorful Gradient Short Nails with Black Cat | Black Cat Nails - NB7114

Black Cat Nails Design with Red Details | Black Cat Nails - NB7113
Black Cat Nails Design with Red Details | Black Cat Nails - NB7113

Pink Nails with Bear Design | Valentine
Pink Nails with Bear Design | Valentine's Cute Nails - NB7111

Valentine Bears and Hearts Nails Design | Valentine
Valentine Bears and Hearts Nails Design | Valentine's Cute Nails - NB7108

Valentine
Valentine's Day Bears for Nail Design | Valentine's Cute Nails - NB7103

Long Coffin Nails and Reindeer Accent | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6837
Long Coffin Nails and Reindeer Accent | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6837

Christmas Theme Nails with Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6836
Christmas Theme Nails with Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6836

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

Glitter Design for White Reindeer Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6834
Glitter Design for White Reindeer Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6834

Pink Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6833
Pink Nails with Silhouette Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6833

Embellished Nails with Cute Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6832
Embellished Nails with Cute Baby Reindeer | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6832

Reindeer Head Design for Pink Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6831
Reindeer Head Design for Pink Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6831

Red Glitter Reindeer Nails Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6830
Red Glitter Reindeer Nails Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6830

Cute Reindeer for Pink Nails Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6829
Cute Reindeer for Pink Nails Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6829

Short Matte Nails Design with Reindeer Head | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6828
Short Matte Nails Design with Reindeer Head | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6828

Reindeer Christmas Nails with Red Glitter Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6827
Reindeer Christmas Nails with Red Glitter Design | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6827

Silhouette Reindeer for Long Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6826
Silhouette Reindeer for Long Nails | Christmas Reindeer Nails - NB6826

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

White Bunny Girl Nail Design | Arina
White Bunny Girl Nail Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6462

White Bunny Boy Nail Design | Arina
White Bunny Boy Nail Design | Arina's Unique Nail Story - NB6460

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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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