Choosing a Halloween costume is daunting in and of itself, but picking out the perfect one for your pet is even more challenging—how to find the right fit? What’s the cutest idea sure to make your friends go, “Awwww!” and “Wow!?” Not to mention pets kinda-sorta hate playing dress up for more than an hour.
This year, we thought we’d take a cue from the heavens to help guide you towards the best astrological costume idea for your pet. Is your dog a food-motivated Taurus? Try Cookie Monster. A peace warrior Libra cat? Why not Black Panther?
Read on for your pet’s specific costume and sign combo!
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Beetlejuice: As you may very well know from your pet’s endless ways of always wanting to be the best and #1 at all times, it’s imperative to dress your Aries pooch or kitty up as the “ghost with the most.” Chaos and commotion will be made, but you wouldn’t want to celebrate Halloween any other way with your rambunctious furball. Beetlejuice. Beetlejuice. Beetlejuice!
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Cookie Monster: Chances are your food-motivated Taurus pet often barks or meows demands along the lines of, “Me want cookie!” This is because they are summoning the one and only sugary devil known as Cookie Monster to give them extra treats whether they are good or bad. Your Taurus pet will wear this costume with pride and confidence as they nibble their way through trick or treating this Halloween.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Cat as a Dog/Dog as a Cat: Geminis (the Twins) are known tricksters, which means that they will go to any means to be a part of a good joke or story. And, your pet is no different! Dressing them up in a costume that juxtaposes their vibe and hints at the Gemini’s dual nature will turn everyone’s head and make them do a double take when you post their costume to social this Halloween.
Psst: Whatever costume you choose, don’t forget to measure your pet so that it’s a good fit! Click here for a detailed, step-by-step guide.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Witch: Get your Cancer cutie a costume that matches yours. When you both dress up as witches, the magic and trouble doubles (much to your pet’s and your personal merriment). As a matching duo, you can tap into your pet’s intuitive Cancer nature for the best options to see where the night takes you!
Leo (July 23-August 22)
Where’s Waldo: You know your Leo pooch or kitty likes to stand out in a crowd: they adore the attention and affection they receive from others. All the more reason why Where’s Waldo? is the ultimate costume for your Leo pet. They’ll relish the limelight of knowing that everyone’s centering their energies and eyes on them.
Virgo (August 23-September 22)
College Professor: Your Virgo pet can overthink matters, sometimes way too much. An ironic Halloween costume would be to dress them up as the pinnacle of intellectualism that they probably wish they were—a college prof. It’s also a tongue-in-cheek pick, too: your serious pet rarely lets their sarcastic side show!
Libra (September 23-October 22)
Marvel Avengers’ Black Panther: Known to have a fair mind, Libras are pillars of society who fight for peace for all (which is why your Libra pet will flip over their cool superhero costume). And, there’s no greater avenger of justice than Marvel’s The Black Panther. Your pet will stand strong and proud fighting for the rights of the oppressed and downtrodden.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21)
A Ghostbuster: Spooky season is your Scorpio pet’s favorite time of the year (mostly because it’s their birthday month). Being that they aren’t afraid to fight against the dark forces of nature during the thrills and chills of Halloween, a proton pack and Ghostbuster uniform is the ideal costume to cement their abilities to rage against all the ghosts and spirits roaming around Earth on October 31st.
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)
Pirate: Your Sag fur ball has an adventurous spirit. And, the only way to honor their fierce and fearless nature is to dress them up as a friendly (-ish) captain of the sea. Captain Jack Sparrow has nothing on your furbaby this Halloween!
Capricorn (December 22-January 19)
Business Suit: You may wonder if your Capricorn pet is actually in costume or if they are living their best life when they strut their stuff in a posh business suit (don’t forget the briefcase and glasses)! They’ll take boardroom formal to the streets (or maybe just Zoom or social media this year) this Halloween and prance around with pride.
Aquarius (January 20-February 18)
Butterfly: As you know, your Aquarius pet likes to live life fully with no regrets (you know this because they rarely backtrack and are always moving forward when on their walks and runs with you). Grace them with the ultimate gift this Halloween—a pair of wings to help them fly high and embrace life to its fullest.
Pisces (February 19-March 20)
Baby Yoda: The most intuitive sign of the zodiac, Pisces are known to be insightful and prophetic. Therefore, it is a no brainer that your tender pouch or kitty should be Baby Yoda (from The Mandalorian). Wrap up your high-minded Pisces fur baby into the coolest and cutest costume from any galaxy this Halloween.