Paws Down…Tails Up
Zoom In On Halloween Costumes For Our Furry Monsters
By Melanie Carden
Feel like a zombie on Zoom meetings? Our best buddies—notorious now for their video meeting appearances—can help you shake off the cobwebs. Time then to give in to the ghoulish and garish frivolity of Howl-o-ween with these costumes for your furry friends! There is one trick, though: with over 25 million Americans buying pet costumes each year—and flooding social media with cuteness overload—Fido an Fifi have got some steep competition. Dress up the pups and costume your cats—walk ‘em and flaunt ‘em, baby!
The Frisco Stegosaurus is truly a Jurassic classic, it’s a great option for the furry little treat predator in your life. Get outdoors—and add some smiles and roars. Info: chewy.com
The curse of cuteness has been cast! There may be a bite in the air—but no worries! Your little beast will nip the chill away with this classic Werewolf costume. Info: chewy.com
A fun tribute to the women and men who shouldered all the extra packages and deliveries during the pandemic, this costume gets our stamp of approval. Info: chewy.com Info: chewy.com
Add this boo-tiful sweater to your dog or cat’s fall wardrobe. It’s cozy, festive, and fetching! With sizes from x-small to x-large, it’s sure to offer a supernatural fit for Fido or Fifi. Info: chewy.com
Choriz-OH-My-Goodness! Whether you prefer carnitas or vegetarian, there’s just no comparison—your furry friend will be the (Taco) bell of the ball in this yummy costume. Info: chewy.com
Who da good, good boy? Yo-da good boy! For the furry little Jedi Master in your life—the walking Yoda costume is surely a crowd pleaser. Star Wars forever! Info: chewy.com
A spooktacular set of creepishly cute toys packed with bewitching features and sure to make your furry friend howl with joy. After all the Halloween treats are gone, they will be grateful to have these tasty toys to sink their teeth into! Info: www.petplay.com
Let Fido take Halloween to new depths—undersea! This octo-paw costume is perfect for your adorable treat-eating companion. Is your favorite chum a bit of a shrinking violet? Not in this purple showstopper! Info: chewy.com
For the sultan of snausages—behold the most charming Aladdin from Rubie’s Costume Company for dogs or cats. Add a little magic this Hallows Eve and create fun memories with your mischievous genie. Info: chewy.com
A dog carrying a box of bananas? Dare we say…it’s very a-peel-ing? Whether you have a pug that likes puns or a bunch of praise, add this to your 2020 costume rotation. Info: chewy.com
Bowwow Blast-Off! If your shaggy sidekicks are outta this world, then this interstellar seller is the way to go. They may howl and hover while out for your late-October trick or treat—but earthlings will “ooh and aah.” Info: chewy.com
There once was a dog - and a cat - named Spot. They asked for a Halloween treat and this is what they got. Obviously. It’s a jungle out there. Be prepared to take lovability to the extreme. Info: chewy.com
From Sesame Street to Main Street, USA—it’s our most-loved Halloween monster—Cookie Monster! Perfect for the pet crazy for treats of all kinds. Info: chewy.com
Chucky Doll
For the dog (or cat) feeling mischievous and slightly creepy this Halloween, turn him or her into an iconic horror movie figure aka Chucky from the 1988 thriller. Get ready for a slashing good time! Info: petcostumecenter.com
Franken-Pup
Your pup will transform into an evil creature of the night with this Frankenstein Franken-pup Dog Costume. Dog by day, monster by night. Fido will turn heads this spooky Halloween! Info: petcostumecenter.com
Your dog will be the most PAWsome four-legged friend in the neighborhood with this Jack-o’-lantern basket. Join the holiday fun as your pup digs for the goodies inside this burrow basket toy. Info: petcostumecenter.com
