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It’s almost time for the best holiday of the year: Howl-o-ween! Are you looking for costume ideas for your dog? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve come up with the best dog Halloween costumes, sorted by breed.
When shopping for a Halloween costume for your dog, keep in mind that the most important consideration is size. Because dog costumes are not all manufactured in the same way, your pet could be a medium in one costume and an extra-large in another, so be sure to measure your dog and use your pet’s measurements and the product size chart as a guide to ensure their best fit.
The Best Dog Halloween Costumes by Dog Breed
Note: If your dog isn’t on the list, don’t worry. We’re just having fun, and these dog costumes will work across breed lines (just be sure to get the size that’s right for your specific dog)! Read on for the best dog Halloween costumes by dog breed.
Chihuahua Halloween Costume: Freddy Krueger
Chihuahua’s don’t always get taken seriously because of their small size, but this Freddy Krueger Chihuahua costume makes it clear just how scary they can be (when they want to be.)
Looking for more scary dog costume ideas? See our article, 12 Super-Scary Dog Halloween Costumes for Your Spooky Pooch.
Shop on AmazonLabrador Retriever Halloween Costume: Wonder Woman
Labs are the most popular dogs in America, and they frequently work in heroic roles like therapy or search-and-rescue. So, it only makes sense to dress them up as superheroes for Halloween! Wonder Woman was one of the biggest movie hits in recent years, but whichever superhero costume (Batman, Robin, or Superman) you choose for your dog, they’re sure to make a heroic splash this Halloween.
Need more superhero dog costume ideas? See our article, The Top 17 Superhero Costumes for Dogs.
Shop on AmazonDachshund Halloween Costume: Crayon
Hot dogs are, of course, the classic Dachshund costume, but their long, narrow bodies—and their colorful personalities—make them easy to turn into a vibrant crayon.
Looking for an actual hot dog dog costume? Check out the options available in our article, The Best Hot Dog Halloween Costumes for Dogs.
Shop on AmazonGerman Shepherd Halloween Costume: Butterfly
German Shepherds are beautiful, loving dogs, but let’s be honest: Some people still find them intimidating. This Halloween, show the world how friendly and social your GSD can be with a whimsical German Shepherd costume. A simple pair of wings can turn your German Shepherd into a beautiful butterfly or benevolent fairy!
For more large breed dog costume ideas, see our article, 11 Adorable Large Dog Halloween Costumes.
Shop on AmazonGolden Retriever Halloween Costume: Lion
This easy costume highlights your Golden’s beautiful coat and brave disposition. Simply brush out that gorgeous fur and slip this lion mane around their neck for a simple, comfortable, stunning Golden Retriever Halloween costume!
For more lion-inspired dog halloween costumes, see our article, The Top 8 Lion Dog Halloween Costumes.
Shop on AmazonBulldog Halloween Costume: Bull Dog
What can we say, we’re a little literal here at Rover HQ. We just love the joke of a Bulldog wearing bull horns!
For more large breed dog costume ideas, see our article, 11 Adorable Large Dog Halloween Costumes.
Shop on AmazonPug Halloween Costume: Ballerina
A lot of people dress their pugs as Yoda or similarly strange-looking characters for Halloween. But we want to celebrate the beauty of these comical little dogs with a graceful pug Halloween costume. Dress your goofy pug in a ballerina costume and watch them prance!
For more small breed dog costume ideas, see our article, Our Fourteen Favorite Small Dog Halloween Costumes.
Shop on AmazonFrench Bulldog Halloween Costume: Where’s Waldo
Take advantage of how good your Frenchie looks in stripes with this officially licensed Where’s Waldo dog costume. It comes complete with a soft shirt, a headpiece that attaches to the iconic Waldo felt fabric glasses, and two elastic bands to keep it all in place.
For more funny dog Halloween costume ideas, see our article, 12 Funny Dog Costumes to Make Your Dog Look Extra Ridiculous.
Find on ChewyTerrier Halloween Costume: Bee
From Jack Russells to Westies, terrier breeds are busy little bees! You’ll love watching your dog buzz around in this cute striped terrier costume.
Shop on AmazonYorkie Halloween Costume: Chewbacca
There’s no denying the natural resemblance between Yorkies and Wookies. Highlight it for Halloween with this cute Chewbacca costume for dogs!
For more Star Wars dog costume inspiration, see our article, The Top Star Wars Costumes for Dogs.
Shop on AmazonBorder Collie Halloween Costume: Albert Einstein
Celebrate your smartypants Border Collie by dressing them as one of the smartest people to ever exist. This cute “Al-bark” Einstein costume comes complete with a wacky wig so your BC can match the famous scientist’s coif.
For more small breed dog costume ideas, see our article, Our Fourteen Favorite Small Dog Halloween Costumes.
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