Pet Costumes to Get Festive With Your Furry Friend
If you have a fur baby, it’s likely you treat it very much like a human. That means giving it treats, gifts and, perhaps, dressing it up.
While not all pets appreciate costumes the same way their owners might, others like to flaunt their new accessories as if they're channeling Heidi Klum. Either way, it’s certainly fun to test out new looks on your furry companion.
Here are some pet costume ideas for Halloween, the holidays or really any time of year that you feel could use some extra tulle — or capes.
Pilot
This pooch is ready to take flight.
Spa Diva
A day at the spa is every dog's dream.
Frog
Even the smallest of animals can dream of being smaller.
Cowboy (or Cowgirl)
This pup is ready for the Wild West.
Prince Charming
This prince makes the perfect Valentine's Day date.
Bubbles & Loofahs
These dogs are squeaky clean.
Mardis Gras Dog
This dog is ready to party.
Mariachi Band
These Chihuahuas stay true to their roots.
Hamburger
This dog's ready for a food festival or two.
Thing 1 & Thing 2
These literary nerds sure love Dr. Seuss.
Lobster
This pup must be scared of lobsters.
Ballerina
This dainty dog can dance like the rest of them.
Carrots
Nutrition is important to this canine.
Sailor
This cat is ready to set sail.
King & Queen
These two are the belles of the ball.
Punk Rocker
This dog has the serious face to match that serious hair.
Super Dog
It's Super Dog to the rescue.
Reindeer
Pigs can get in the holiday spirit, too.
Firefighter
This pooch looks excited about his new gig.
Elf
Santa's little helper is ready to go.
Easter Bunny
This pooch is ready for Easter.
Bumblebee
Who said bumblebees had to be small?
Little Red Riding Hood
To grandmother's house this dog might go, if given enough treats.
Dracula
This dog will be the least scary Dracula in town.
Christmas Dog
Christmas decorations are this dog's forte.
Superhero
Watch out for this superhero.
Police Officer
This pup has some serious authority.
Aviator
A cape and goggles means this dog is ready for its next adventure.
Clown
This dog has to be clowning around.
Shark
Ready for a swim?
Leopards
Sometimes, dogs like to dress up like other animals, too.
Bat Dog
What this dog lacks in amusement, it makes up for in Batman-like readiness.
Giraffe
A giraffe can come in any shape and size.
Pumpkin
Someone is ready for Halloween.
And Another Pumpkin
You can really never have too many pumpkins.
Genie
Your wish is granted.
Mermaid
Mermaids have the most fun.
Freddy Krueger
Freddy Krueger never looked so innocent.
Tiny Dancer
This cat is ready for a cabaret.
Captain America
It's Captain America to the rescue.
Rainbow
Add a little rainbow to this Halloween mix.
Kimono Wearer
You can never be too furry to feel comfortable in a kimono.
Frenchman
This French bulldog stays true to his roots.
Head on a Platter
This does not look very appetizing.
Paddington Bear
Paddington Bear is the perfect go-to for a cuddly pooch.
Angel & Devil
This duo makes the perfect combo of good and evil.
Wonder Woman
Wonder Woman makes every holiday party better.
Dinosaur
Who said that dinosaurs were extinct?
Bellhop
This dog can surely carry your luggage.
Sunflowers
These sunflowers are guaranteed to brighten your day.
Bee
This little bee is ready to trick or treat.
Witch
All this little witch needs is a broomstick.
Fall Aficionado
A cat in a beret is perhaps the most stylish thing for fall.
Picnic-Goer
Dogs make the perfect picnic companion, especially if they have a spread ready to go.
Rabbit
Even a simple pair of bunny ears can be festive (or sleep-inducing).
Intellectual
This sweater collar makes for quite the intelligent look.
Hot Dog
Now, that's a wiener dog.
Ruler
This origami crown fits perfectly.
Festival-Goer
This pooch is ready for Festa de São João do Porto, a Portuguese festival, celebrating Saint John the Baptist.
Dragon
This dog looks straight out of "Lord of the Rings."
Unicorn
"Be yourself, unless you can be a unicorn" is the caption to this amazing dog costume.
And Another Unicorn
Mystical and fun, a unicorn costume will get attention for any animal.