Best Dog Halloween Costumes Ideas for Party and Cosplay

Best Dog Halloween Costumes 2020

With Halloween coming up, if you haven’t already chosen a costume for the upcoming dog Halloween costumes, it’s possible you’re stuck for pet costume ideas.  Never fear, there are plenty of ways to come up with cute dog costumes, cute costume, adorable costume, creative, and great quality costume. creative, like movie characters, original ideas for a costume and still keep within a budget.

Rest assured that this article will help you to pick the perfect Halloween costume for your furry friend.

As many know, your four-legged friends are practically family, so as you start getting ready for your Halloween festivities and picking out costumes for the family, remember to also pick one out for your furry little family member.

Whether you’re throwing a small costume party for the family or playing Halloween games at home to make up for a year without trick-or-treating, your dog (or dogs) is going to love dressing up too.

If you’re stumped for ideas for trick or treat, these funny and quirky dog Halloween costumes will be the talk of the night.

Not only are these costumes easy to put on, but they are perfect for every kind of dog — from the larger dog breeds and the quiet ones to the smaller pups with a little more spunk. And the best part? They’re pretty affordable. Plus, once you see how adorable your dog looks, you might end up dressing up your pup more often than just Halloween. 

But, wait!

Does your dog like wearing Halloween costumes? If not you’re not alone. Luckily there are some simple alternatives:

8 Easy Ways to Dress Your Dog For Halloween.

1. A Halloween Themed Costume Bandana

Bandanas are a simple way to dress up your dog, and if they’ve ever been to the groomer you might already have a few on hand.

You can find plenty of Halloween-themed bandanas at most pet stores in Puppies Gear and if you’re a little crafty you can make one of your own. You can always check the size options.

2. Halloween Themed Collars

Some of us are a bit obsessed with dog collars and already have quite a collection — and there’s no better time than Halloween to show off some of our more decorative choices.

If you don’t have any Halloween themed collars there’s a ton to choose from — from simple pumpkin patterns to fancy ones with LED lights.

3. Dog Bow Ties Are Always a Hit

There’s nothing quite as classy as a dog in a bow tie.

Such a simple way to get your dog looking festive – and the best part is you just attach them right to your dog’s collar. (and for that extra touch of class you could always add some little cuff links. 

4. Onesies Make Great Dog Costumes

I can’t take credit for this brilliant idea, it comes from Puppies Gear. Onesies make excellent last-minute dog costumes, and if you’ve ever been shopping for a baby you know how many options there are.

They’re pretty non-invasive as far as costumes go since, and most dogs will probably appreciate that they leave their back legs bare.

5. Scarves Make a Simple, Comfy Dog Costume

Just like bandanas scarves are about as simple as it gets. And I don’t know what’s happened in the scarf world but have you seen how many different kinds to choose from these days? Just make sure if you’re using a long one you wrap it up so they don’t trip on the ends.

You could make your dog into a ski bunny or just pick some awesome bright colors for some extra flair. Or a simple orange scarf alone looks quite festive for Halloween, and if you’re shopping last minute you can probably find plenty at your local store.

6. Customized T-Shirts Have Endless Possibilities

Just like onesies, T-shirts are nice to use as dog costumes because they’re available in a million sizes and colors. You could make your dog into a ghost with or if you’re on the creative side you can decorate your own. (remember puffy paint?)

They make one simple costume, and most dogs don’t seem to mind wearing a t-shirt since they don’t restrict their movement in any way.

7. Decorate Your Dogs Harness for Halloween

You’ve probably seen those jockey dog costumes that have become quite popular over the past couple years; I think part of the reason they’re so popular is that rather than being a full out costume it’s just basically a toy on top of a harness – something fussy dogs might not mind.

8. Make a Doggie Tutu For Halloween

A tutu is such a simple way to dress up your dog – and they’re so easy to make if you’re feeling a little crafty. You can buy a doggie tutu in the pet costume section of your local store – or you can make your own in about 30 minutes for $10.

However,

How is it possible to responsibly dress up a dog for Halloween?

1: It depends on the dog.

If your dog shows discomfort at your attempts to dress them up, do not do it. Watch your dog’s body language to help you with this, and try to read books to help you to better understand it. If you understand how wolves and different shapes of dog communicate, you will better understand what you see. A dog’s comfort always trumps your need to decorate them.

2: It also depends on the outfit.

An outfit that a dog can move in, such as a well-fitting doggy t-shirt or purpose-made fire-resistant coat, or even something that just clips to the collar, is better than something that sweeps on the ground, or flaps, or limits the animal’s hearing or vision. These might not be the most interesting or exciting outfits that you’ve seen. But do you know what? Your dog’s welfare is worth the compromise.

3: It depends on the situation.

How long will the costume be on for? It might be sweet to see a dog dressed up for a few seconds on Instagram, while enjoying being fussed and rewarded; it is quite another to expect them to trail around inhibited by the same costume for hours in a room full of strangers.