How to Make Your Pet the Star of Spooky Season
Being a lone trick-or-treater is never fun, but when you’re a pet parent, you’ve got a built-in sidekick (and a chance to collect twice the candy)! Dressing up your dog or cat is a fun way to celebrate the season, snap some adorable photos, and spread smiles everywhere you go. Here are some of our favorite funny and festive pet costume ideas to try this year!
1. Hats Off To You
Sometimes, simple is best. A hat alone can completely transform your pet! With just a wizard hat, unicorn horn, or sparkly tiara, your dog or cat can go from couch potato to magical creature in seconds. Bonus: these costumes are adorable and budget-friendly.
2 . The Heroic Hound
All you need is a cape and a little imagination! This easy DIY costume can instantly turn your furry friend into Superdog, Wonder Woof, Bark Kent, or even Captain Ameri-cat. It’s simple, cute, and guaranteed to make your neighbors smile.
3. Snack Attack
If you’ve got a wiener dog, this one might feel like destiny. But there are plenty of other deliciously adorable ideas too! Try dressing your pet as a Taco Terrier, Good Boy Burger, Pup-corn, or Sushi Cat.
4. Pop Culture Pups
Got your paw on the pulse of pop culture? We’ve got you covered! For dynamic duos, Barbie and Ken are always a hit. Other crowd favorites include Harry Pawter, Dog Vader, and Meowrio & Luigi. Your furry friend will be the star of any costume contest—or at least your camera roll.
5. Inclusive Costumes
We can’t forget our senior and differently-abled pets! Just because they move a little slower doesn’t mean they can’t join the fun. Three-legged pets make purr-fect pirates, and wheelchair users can totally rock an E.T. and Elliot setup. And let’s be honest—Lieutenant Dan never fails to steal the show.
No matter how creative your costume, comfort and safety come first. Make sure your pet can move, breathe, and see easily, avoid tight elastics or choking hazards, and keep plenty of treats on hand for positive reinforcement. May we suggest CUDDLY Turkey Crispers? After all, your pet deserves a treat after you tricked them into dressing them up in the costume of your dreams (or nightmares).
