Have you been hunting all over the internet for fun dog Halloween costume ideas? And you're willing to pick up a pair of scissors and get crafty? Good news! Your search stops here.
Maybe you’re not entering your best friend in a pet costume contest, but we know you want your dog’s costume to rock. We’ve compiled a list of our favorite DIY dog costumes, and it includes some pawsome pictures and videos, so you can get your dog ready for trick-or-treating fun.
And just in case you’re short on time or a little uncertain of your crafting abilities, we’ve got you covered with great don’t-do-it-yourself store-bought alternatives to our favorite DIYs.
1Piñata
@livekellyandmark 🐾🎃 Piñata Dog Halloween Costume @Etsy @Dayna Isom Johnson ♬ original sound - Kelly and Mark
A T-shirt (or a baby onesie if you have a small dog) is the foundation of this fun, party-ready pinata DIY dog Halloween costume. The easy-to-follow tutorial walks you through the process of turning your pooch into a colorful piñata.
DDIY (or don't do it yourself):
Or keep the scissors in the drawer, and pick up the Frisco Ruffle Party dress and headpiece.
Frisco Ruffle Party Dog & Cat Dress + Headpiece, Medium
$12.59
2Teddy Bear
@cbdesigns Teddy Bear Halloween Costume!!! This was so easy and it's soooo cute!!! #dogcostume #halloweencostume #halloweenideas #dogsoftiktok #petsoftiktok #dogs #cavapoo #doodles #teddybear #funnyvideos #friday ♬ Teddy Bears Picnic - Henry Hall
If you don’t have the heart to, ahem, disassemble a stuffed teddy bear—watch the tutorial and you’ll understand what we mean—you can turn your furry friend into a furry bear with this super-simple dog costume.
DDIY:
Your pooch can still trick-or-treat as everyone’s favorite stuffed animal without deconstructing a cuddly toy in the Frisco Front Walking Teddy Bear dog costume.
Frisco Front Walking Teddy Bear Dog & Cat Costume, XX-Large
$19.99
3Chappell Roan's No. 1 Fan
@dougthepug Pink Puggy Club 💗 @chappell roan #chappellroan #pug #pugsoftiktok ♬ Red Wine Supernova - Chappell Roan
This Halloween, put "Pink Pony Club" on repeat and pull out your prettiest, pastel-pink paisley bandana—because there's no better costume for your pup than this Chappell Roan-inspired dog costume. Pair with a tiny cowboy hat, and your dog will be H-O-T-T-O-G-O.
DDIY:
Take the costume to the next level with this pink cowboy hat that boasts a sparkly tiara and disco ball dog costume.
Rubie's Costume Company Pink Pet Cowboy Hat with Tiara Dog Costume, Medium/Large
$8.50
Frisco Disco Ball Dog & Cat Costume, Medium
$20.99
4Pennywise
@valerietookthese my frenchies 1st halloween 🐾🎈 #frenchie #frenchbulldog #frenchbulldogs #frenchbulldogsoftiktok #frenchiesoftiktok #doghalloweencostume #doghalloweencostumeideas #puppyhalloween #pennywisedog #pennywise #pennywisethedancingclown #costumeideas #costumediy #diycostumes #diy #dogsoftiktok ♬ IT GIRL (Sped up Version) - Aliyah's Interlude
For a spooky Halloween costume sure to send shivers down spines, feast your eyes on this incredible Pennywise the Pup costume. Red balloon absolutely required.
DDIY:
For a far less-scary clown costume, dress your pooch up in the Frisco Front Walking Glitter Clown dog and cat costume.
Frisco Front Walking Glitter Clown Dog & Cat Costume, Large
$12.59
5Bat Dog
If sewing isn’t your thing, this DIY project is for you. Simply grab your hot glue gun, scissors and your dog’s harness, and you’ll be on your way to creating a classic bat dog Halloween costume.
DDIY:
Can’t find your hot glue gun? No problem. Get a similar look with the Frisco Bat Wings dog costume.
Frisco Bat Wings Dog & Cat Costume, Medium/Large
$10.99
Temporarily out of stock
6Dirty (Dog) Martini
Don’t let your pup’s “cone of shame” go to waste. Grab a few foam balls, green and red paint and a wood dowel to turn your furry friend into a dirty (dog) martini on Halloween.
DDIY:
A fancy drink calls for formalwear. The Frisco Formal Dog Tuxedo fits the bill.
Frisco Formal Dog & Cat Tuxedo, Black, Small
$14.99
7Angel and Devil
Whether your fur babies are typically naughty or nice, there’s an easy DIY dog costume that fits their vibe. This tutorial by Vicky Bermudez shows you how to create an angel and devil headband for your pet to rock on their trick-or-treating adventures.
DDIY:
For pet parents who like to do the most, the Frisco My Little Devil dog and cat costume and Pet Drewe Angel Wings dog costume include the head piece and a set of wings.
Frisco My Little Devil Dog & Cat Costume Accessory, Medium/Large
$13.99
Pet Krewe Angel Wings Gold Dog Costume, One Size
$13.73
Temporarily out of stock
8Taco Emoji and Pizza Emoji
Emojis meet dogs with these two creative pet costumes: a taco and a pizza slice. If you’re scrambling for a costume idea, these won’t take long to put together.
DDIY:
Are you more of a takeout person than the make-dinner-at-home type? Try the Frisco Hot Dog dog and cat costume or the Rubie's Costume Company Pizza Chef Kit dog costume.
Frisco Hotdog Dog & Cat Costume, Medium
$16.99
Rubie's Costume Company Pizza Chef Kit Dog Costume, Small/Medium
$17.99
9‘Harry Potter’
Turn your best friend into “The Boy Who Lived” with this magical and simple Harry Potter DIY dog Halloween costume by Instructables user sarahndipity.
DDIY:
If your dog isn't comfortable in costumes, order a Gryffindor collar and Nimbus 2000 dog toy instead.
Buckle-Down Seatbelt Buckle Harry Potter Gryffindor Crest Plaid Dog Collar, Red & Gold, 9.5-13-in
$24.95
Fetch For Pets Harry Potter Nimbus 2000 Rope Dog Toy
$18.99
10‘Star Wars’ Pet Porg
Fleece, polyester stuffing and craft felt are all it takes to whip up this fantastic Halloween dog costume for “Star Wars” fans.
DDIY:
For pet parents who are diehard Star Wars fans and need something a little more authentic, your dog will rock the STAR WARS and Jawas R2-D2 dog and cat costume.
STAR WARS R2-D2 and Jawas Dog & Cat Costume, Small
$24.05
11Ghost Costume
It doesn’t get any easier than a ghost costume for your pup’s spooky Halloween party fun.
Whether you go with the classic "cut two holes in a white sheet and drape it over your dog" method, or you go this TikTok route that requires just a white felt and a pair of scissors, this homemade costume is always a hit.
DDIY:
Dogs who want to give off a more store-bought ghostly costume vibe may prefer the Frisco Boo-Tastic Ghost dog costume cape.
Frisco Boo-Tastic Ghost Dog & Cat Costume Cape, Large
$16.99
12Willie Nelson
Grab a pair of scissors, brown yarn, a bandana and glue to transform your pooch into Willie Nelson. No, seriously! Watch the tutorial. The handmade braids are spectacular.
DDIY:
For dogs whose music taste is more punk than country, the Frisco Front Walking Punk Rocker dog costume is perfect.
Frisco Front Walking Punk Rocker Dog & Cat Costume, XX-Large
$17.99
Temporarily out of stock
13Charizard
Pokémon may have been launched over two decades ago, but it’s still incredibly popular. Get in on the action with this DIY Charizard DIY dog costume.
DDIY:
Is your pup too cool for cartoons? Try the Frisco Furry Dinosaur dog costume.
Frisco Furry Dinosaur Dog & Cat Costume, Medium
$19.99
Temporarily out of stock
14Beanie Baby
Revive the Beanie Baby craze of the ’90s by turning your pet into a giant version of the fuzzy toy.
DDIY:
The Sesame Street crew is another huggable costume option. Try Pet Krewe Sesame Street Elmo dog costume or Pet Krewe Sesame Street Cookie Monster dog costume.
Pet Krewe Sesame Street Elmo Dog & Cat Costume, Medium
$16.29
Pet Krewe Sesame Street Cookie Monster Dog & Cat Costume, Small
$17.22
Temporarily out of stock
15Sushi
Perfect for pups with a fluffy, white fur coat, this DIY dog costume requires just a bit of black and yellow cloth and some stuffing to fill out the "egg." Top it off with the green garnish backdrop, and you have yourself the cutest tamago sushi costume for your pooch!
DDIY:
Don't feel like cutting, sewing, or glueing? Order the Rubie's Costume Company sushi costume instead.
Rubie's Costume Company Sushi Dog & Cat Costume, Medium
$18.45
Temporarily out of stock
Whether you want your pooch’s costume to be cute, clever or spooky, we have no shortage of dog Halloween costume ideas. In fact, once you see these matching Halloween costumes for you and your dog, you might even consider hitting the streets as a matching duo this year.
Additional reporting by Jessica Pineda.
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