Paws Down…Tails Up
Autumn Colors & Costumes
By Melanie Carden
Indulge in the over-the-top spirit of Halloween—the holiday that encourages outlandish outfits. Give your pet’s wardrobe a ghoulish upgrade with costumes and accessories that will guarantee your little trickster gets all the treats! Even if you’re not the dress-up-your-buddy kind of pet parent, there are plenty of ways to add some autumn flair.
For the cat that carries himself like the legendary, mythical creature that he was born to be, the unicorn costume is a no-brainer. Bootique’s Born to Unicorn hoodie is a flashy statement of whimsical superiority. Info: petco.com
An accessories set is perfect for adorable social media photos of your furry or feathery friends. This set includes three separate pieces—ears, tail, and nose. Pop them on & off quickly for Howl-O-Ween selfies with your piggly little pup. Info: halloweencostumes.com
October is pumpkin spice latte season, of course. But let’s not leave our fur-babies out in the cold. With pie and pumpkin-shaped cookies, Wufer’s Pupkin Spice Cookie Assortment is a seasonal doggy delight. Info: wufers.com
The inquisitive little birds from the latest Star Wars offerings are here for Halloween fun—Porgs! Toynk—a cult collectables cache—offers this adorable walking-style costume. Now you can turn your Coorg into a Porg! Info: toynk.com
Not even the real Buzz Lightyear can compete with this out-of-this-world pup! Complete with a light-up jet pack and headpiece, this intergalactic cuteness is a surefire way for Fido to be the center of attention—and the universe! Info: petcostumecenter.com
Cats and dogs alike unite in their enthusiasm for this stegosaurus costume. Just when we thought black cats don’t need Halloween costumes, this cutie comes along. Check out the matching dinosaur costumes for the humans! Info: halloweencostumes.com
A guinea pig in a taco costume? Lettuce rejoice! The folks at Bootique make this costume just for guinea pigs, and we think that’s spooktacular. Info: petco.com
For the fur-babies who plan to go all-in on trick-or-treating, get a festive pumpkin backpack. This sturdy pack is perfect for chilly October strolls and general shenanigans, plus it includes a waste bag dispenser. Info: petco.com
Your pet’s Halloween wardrobe needs a statement piece—something glitzy and fabulous. With an iridescent finish, the quirky zhuzh of this triceratops headpiece will be the envy of the dog park. Info: halloweencostumes.com
When your kitty decides he/she is just “so over it” with all the pumpkin spice latte hoopla—there’s always their very own autumn-themed cave. Warm and cozy, it’s the perfect retreat after a long day leaf-peeping from the windowsill. Info: catcavebeds.com
Sure, orange and brown are a classic fall color scheme, but sometimes you need a pop of color! The Ta Ib collection was inspired by the great Mayan civilization and offers exuberant bursts of orange, reds, and yellows. Info: taib.pet
Twinning with your pet never goes out of style, but Halloween is a great excuse to let your cute flag fly! This ensemble is on-trend all month long—so don’t stash it away just for trick or treating. Info: petsmart.com
