Literary characters, movie couples, and cartoons. Discover the best ideas to dress up your dog for the Night of the Living Dead.
Halloween is just around the corner and with it the preparations to celebrate this holiday that has more and more followers in our society. Decorations, parties, and costumes. It is a family and friends celebration in which pets cannot be excluded. Your dog is another member of your family and your faithful companion, so why leave it out of your Halloween plans? Dressing up your dog is not just a passing fad, it is something that has been done in recent years since it is not something bothersome for the dog itself.
Simple Halloween costumes
If you’re determined to let your dog take part in this year’s celebrations, the first thing you need to consider is the comfort of his costume. To do this, it shouldn’t be too thick and should be made of elastic material that doesn’t squeeze him. If he’s not used to wearing winter clothes and you think he might feel uncomfortable, it’s best to opt for easy costumes that won’t be a burden for him. Simply add some wings to his harness to turn him into a little angel or a fearsome gargoyle. Another inexpensive yet original alternative is to add a horse-like doll to his harness. The result will be fun and won’t compromise your pet’s comfort and ease of movement.
You can also opt for special paint or sprays for your dog and make him look like a tiger, a zebra or any other animal. Your dog’s breed, color, and size will help you choose the most appropriate costume. Without a doubt, taking all these aspects into account will help you prepare the best costume for your pet.
Buy the costume or make it yourself?
There are many specialist shops where you can find the perfect outfit for your dog to wear on the Night of the Living Dead. Traditional accessories for this celebration such as headbands that simulate a knife going through your head, devil horns, or witches hats have been adapted for pets.
If you’re on a tight budget, you can opt for Do It Yourself (DIY). Use baby clothes or children’s outfits to create your pet’s costume. Recycle! With old stuffed animals, rugs, or blankets, you can make a wig to make your dog look like the fiercest of lions.
Halloween costumes for couples
However, if your dog is your inseparable companion, we encourage you to go for complementary costumes. Could you possibly have a better costume partner? Here are some suggestions, but the possibilities are endless. The world of film, music, and video games can serve as inspiration.
‘Game of Thrones’ as inspiration
The ‘ Game of Thrones series will surely be a source of inspiration for many costumes this Halloween. If you have decided to dress up with your pet, it will help you find the ideal outfit for both of you. If your dog is a Samoyed or belongs to a similar breed, you are in luck. You will not need to add any accessories to turn him into Ghost, John Snow’s wolf in the aforementioned series. Your characterization as the bastard son of Eddard Stark will be perfect if you go to an open-air party. Black clothes and fur will protect you from the cold.
Something more complicated but no less original is the costume of Khalessi and one of her dragons. It will be easy for you to get a wig that characterizes you as Daenerys Targaryen and choose the appropriate outfit. However, dressing your dog as a dragon can be a bit uncomfortable. Most stores have this pet costume and you can find it in all imaginable sizes.
Disney is always a safe bet
Disney classics can also become your source of inspiration. You’ll be the little mermaid and your pet Sebastian the crab. If you prefer, Woody – the cowboy from Toy Story – and Buzz Lightyear will help you get the perfect pair of costumes. Our particular suggestion is the one inspired by the story of ‘Alice in Wonderland’. The duo made up of the story’s protagonist and the rabbit is a safe bet. It is an easy costume to make, both for you and your pet.
Literary characters
Literary characters are also a great option. You and your pet can become Sherlock Holmes and his inseparable Watson. You’ll form the perfect pair of investigators with just a few accessories. The Harry Potter literary saga could be the ideal choice. Become the young wizard of Hogwarts and dress your pet up as Fluffy, the three-headed dog from JK Rowling’s novels.
Superheroes and horror characters such as vampires and mummies are part of the most traditional range of costumes for Halloween night and complete our proposals. Have you chosen yet?