43 Best Dog Costume Ideas For a Howling Good Halloween
Give 'em pumpkin to talk about...specifically how cute your dog is.
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If there's one part of Halloween we had to say is our favorite, it would definitely be the costumes. Sure, we love the front porches decked in pumpkins and all the spooky decorations, but it's hard to resist not going all out when it comes to costumes. From little ones dressed in their trick-or-treating best to coordinated costumes that get the whole family involved, there's just too much fun (and sometimes spookiness) to handle. But as you're putting together that cute costume, there's one family member you absolutely don't want to forget: your dog!
Let's be honest: the only thing cuter than a dog in a costume is a baby in a costume...maybe. Whether you plan to dress up with your dog or let him or her be the star of the show this Howl-oween, all of these ideas are winners in our book. Looking for a last-minute costume? No problem! Tons of these ideas could be DIY'ed, and most are deliverable with Prime shipping on Amazon. Now, there's only one thing to check off the list: plenty of treats to butter Fido up to wear that teddy bear costume.
Cuteness delivery, addressed to you! This costume comes in four sizes, extra small to large, to fit your four-legged friend.
Where's Fido?
We already know they live the good life, but why not really tap into their leisurely nature? Also, we can't resist a dog in a lei.
It's impossible for this little guy to actually be scary, but this might be the closest he ever gets.
Pomela Anderson
The Pomela Anderson pun is too good to resist, but this costume can easily be recreated with any dog! Just grab a lifeguard top and an inflatable boogie board to complete it.
Let your dog fly solo in this costume or get yourself a blue dress and white apron to go as Taco Belle.
"Pom" Tree
We've never seen a better use of a cone of shame. Grab some green felt and make your own palm fronds or buy some artificial ones to easily DIY this costume. Don't have a Pomeranian? Make your dog the tree and you can go as a tree hugger!
You can't go wrong with a classic...especially when they look this darn cute!
Oktoberfest
Halloween may get all the attention, but that doesn't mean we should leave out Oktoberfest! And before you ask, yes, they do make costumes for the boy pups.
Get her a costume that's just as fabulous as she is. This one isn't complete without the Barkfest at Sniffany's treat bag!
Popeye ain't got nothin' on your pup.
We like to call this one the Triple D special. Snag your pup a hotdog costume and dress yourself as the Mayor of Flavortown himself for a costume that is sure to win any contest.
Ready to blast off straight into your heart.
A frappacino — every girl's best friend...other than her pup, of course.
Those of us with gassy pups might just find that this costume hits a little too close to home.
It's Amazon's Choice for dog costumes, and it's not hard to see why. Any pup would look positively regal (if a little ferocious!) in this furry get-up.
Beetlejuice—say it three times and conjure up the cutest pup on the block.
There's only one problem with this colorful costume: You won't be able to stop people from ooh-ing and aah-ing over your dog!
Whether your pet loves your mail carrier, or isn't a fan, this costume is too funny!
Another recognizable, tried-and-true option, the Superman "S" is unmistakable. But let's be real: This costume's all about the cape.
Katie Bowlby is Digital Director at Country Living, where she covers gift guides, product reviews, crafts, and TV shows like Yellowstone. She’s currently stitching up a cross-stitch pattern for the magazine’s next issue
Hannah Jones is the Commerce Editor for Country Living. Her eye is always on the next up-and-coming products to include in gift guides and she's ready to test everything from dog beds to garden tools for product reviews. When she’s not scoping out the latest and greatest items on the market, you can find her hanging with her two rescue dogs.
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