Best Dog Costumes

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Dress your dog to impress with everything from the flamboyantly fun to the classically charming with our favorite dog costumes that blend safety with style. Whether your dog loves restrained minimalism or prefers to go all out and be the center of attention, these cream of the crop costumes are bound to reveal a treasure or two.

Top pick

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Trudz PET Adidog Hoodie

Stylish streetwear for the sporty dog

If you and your pooch are avid sports fans, then you’re going to love dressing them up in this awesome jumpsuit. Available in a range of bold and bright colors, the huge array of sizes means this is the perfect costume for any breed. Made from breathable and lightweight cotton with a fleece lining, it’ll keep your pal cool in the summer and warm in the winter. With ribbed sleeves and waist to ensure a snug fit, your hound will be turning heads and getting more than a few admiring glances in this stylish get-up. 

Most life-like costume

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California Costumes UPS Dog Costume

Perfect for parcel delivering pooches

Bound to get plenty of laughs, this UPS delivery costume will make your dog the star of the show. Made from 100% polyester fabric and fiberfill, the shirt features sleeves for your dog’s front legs and fastens with velcro around the neck. The front arms on the front of the costume come with velcro dots that hold the parcel in place, and there’s an elastic chin strap on the visor. Available in four sizes, this fun costume is bound to be a hit.

Best simple costume

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BINGPET Security Costume

Get your guard dog some official guard get-up

Your dog may have always had unofficial security guard status around your home, but now you can make it official with this security pattern printed t-shirt. Made from 65% polyester and 35% cotton, this machine washable costume is simple and low maintenance while still looking great. Classic and comfortable, it comes in a variety of sizes so every dog can get in on the official guarding action.

Most humorous costume

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Delifur Cowboy Costume

Your canine cowboy will be saying yee-haw in this cute costume

If your dog loves being the center of attention, they’ll enjoy dressing up in this playful cowboy costume. Available in four sizes, the straps are self-adjustable to ensure a comfortable fit, and the saddle won’t slide around once it’s on. The cowboy doll is fixed in place and completes the look perfectly. The hat can be worn on or off the head, and the costume is lightweight, so it won’t weigh your dog down.

Budget buy

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GALOPAR Lion Costume

Say hello to the King of the Jungle

Your dog will love strutting their stuff in this faux fur lion’s mane made from toxic-free polyester. With smooth hair that feels just like your dog’s own, the mane can be adjusted according to the size of your dog’s neck to ensure a comfortable fit. Best for medium and large-sized breeds, the mane has a soft inner lining and can be easily cleaned for repeated use.

Best formal attire

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Kuoser Dog Tuxedo

Raise a glass to your very own doggy James Bond

If you have a sophisticated senior on your hands then this tuxedo suit for the mature mutt will have him looking his best. Whether you’re attending a wedding or a formal party, this costume will ensure your pooch blends in seamlessly while staying comfortable. There’s a D-ring so you can easily attach a leash, and the hook and loop design makes the tuxedo easy to get on and off. It’s well-tailored and fully lined with decorative buttons on the neck, and a sweet bowtie completes the look.

How to choose the best dog costume

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Dressing your dog up can be a lot of fun, whether you’re after a full-on outfit for a party or simple streetwear. Our pick of the bunch is the Trudz PET Adidog Hoodie, the perfect option for the sporty and fashionable furkid. For a cheap and cheerful option, the GALOPAR Lion Costume is a real winner that will leave your four-legged friend feeling like they’re King of the Jungle.

If you’re wanting to draw some laughs and have all eyes on your canine, then the Delifur Cowboy Costume is unbeatable. Featuring a saddle with a fixed cowboy doll, this costume is a whole lot of fun. And for the more debonair dog who wants to add a touch of James Bond-type sophistication to an event, we love the Kuoser Dog Tuxedo. Smart and stylish, it’s bound to draw many admiring glances in your dog’s direction.

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