{"id":3411,"date":"2017-10-24T06:25:35","date_gmt":"2017-10-24T11:25:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev.diamondpet.wearewoodruff.xyz\/?p=3411"},"modified":"2025-10-06T10:15:19","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T15:15:19","slug":"safely-costuming-dog-halloween","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/blog\/culture\/pet-tips\/safely-costuming-dog-halloween\/","title":{"rendered":"Safely \u2014 If Spookily \u2014 Costuming Your Dog for Halloween"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Millions of American <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bizjournals.com\/bizwomen\/news\/latest-news\/2019\/10\/halloween-2019-by-the-numbers.html?page=all#:~:text=your%20candy%20yet%3F-,This%20Halloween%2C%20more%20than%2040%20million%20trick%2Dor%2Dtreaters,from%20%249%20billion%20last%20year.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-gc-link=\"https:\/\/www.bizjournals.com\/bizwomen\/news\/latest-news\/2019\/10\/halloween-2019-by-the-numbers.html?page=all#:~:text=your%20candy%20yet%3F-,This%20Halloween%2C%20more%20than%2040%20million%20trick%2Dor%2Dtreaters,from%20%249%20billion%20last%20year.\">adults and kids annually celebrate Halloween<\/a> frights and delights with trick-or-treating and costume parties. Their furry family members have become real party animals, too.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5347\" src=\"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/cat-wearing-a-cow-costume-102417.jpg\" alt=\"A white cat wearing a cow costume while standing outside.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/cat-wearing-a-cow-costume-102417.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/cat-wearing-a-cow-costume-102417-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/cat-wearing-a-cow-costume-102417-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/cat-wearing-a-cow-costume-102417-1024x538.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While some pet owners enjoy dressing up their dogs \u2014 and, occasionally, their cats \u2014 in what are undoubtedly adorable costumes, many don\u2019t realize their pets find the attire uncomfortable. If you want to include your canine companion in this year\u2019s Halloween festivities, here are some pointers to keep in mind when choosing a costume to keep him or her safe \u2014 and avoid a potential trip to the emergency veterinary hospital.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5348\" src=\"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bulldog-wearing-moose-antlers-102417.jpg\" alt=\"A French bulldog wearing a pair of moose antlers on its head.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bulldog-wearing-moose-antlers-102417.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bulldog-wearing-moose-antlers-102417-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bulldog-wearing-moose-antlers-102417-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/bulldog-wearing-moose-antlers-102417-1024x538.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Consider costumes carefully for safety reasons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-gc-list-depth=\"1\" data-gc-list-style=\"bullet\"><strong><em>Make sure your pet\u2019s costume fits properly and is comfortable.<\/em><\/strong> Like us, dogs don\u2019t enjoy wearing clothing that\u2019s too tight or too loose. A costume should allow your pup to move naturally, breathe normally and open his or her mouth. Too-loose costumes may trip your pet, get caught on furniture or in closing doors, or allow them to get it off.<\/li>\n<li data-gc-list-depth=\"1\" data-gc-list-style=\"bullet\"><strong><em>Avoid loose fabric pieces and small dangling embellishments like bells as part of the costume.<\/em><\/strong> These can be annoying, and your dog may be tempted to chew off and possibly swallow such things, which may cause an upset stomach or an obstruction.<\/li>\n<li data-gc-list-depth=\"1\" data-gc-list-style=\"bullet\"><strong><em>Choose only those headpieces that allow unobstructed vision, hearing and breathing.<\/em><\/strong> A sudden loss of vision or an inability to breathe normally often causes distress in pets. There\u2019s nothing safe or fun about an inability to see, hear or breathe, and masquerading in a Halloween costume is supposed to be fun, right?<\/li>\n<li data-gc-list-depth=\"1\" data-gc-list-style=\"bullet\"><strong><em>Have your dog try on and become accustomed to his or her Halloween costume <\/em>before<em> the big night. <\/em><\/strong>If he or she seems distressed or shows any abnormal behaviors \u2014 such as the whites of the eyes showing more than usual, ears pinned low, tail tucked or cowering \u2014 remove the costume immediately and try a festive bandana or collar instead. In some cases, your dog may tolerate being dressed up long enough for you to take a quick photo, then remove the costume. Of course your dog is already adorable, so you can always let them celebrate Halloween in his or her \u201cbirthday suit.\u201d<\/li>\n<li data-gc-list-depth=\"1\" data-gc-list-style=\"bullet\"><strong><em>If your dog likes wearing a costume, be sure to supervise him or her while in one.<\/em><\/strong> Supervision can avoid accidents, injuries and, potentially, overheating.<\/li>\n<li data-gc-list-depth=\"1\" data-gc-list-style=\"bullet\"><strong><em>Add reflective material or some other type of self-illuminating device to your pet\u2019s costume. <\/em><\/strong>This is particularly important if your dog will join in the trick-or-treating jaunt around the neighborhood. You want your pet visible to passing cars to help reduce the risk of an accident.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A costume is an essential part of any Halloween plans. By using a little extra care when choosing one for your pet, you and your family \u2014 including your four-legged family member \u2014 can enjoy the festivities.<\/p>\n<p>RELATED POST: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diamondpet.com\/blog\/health\/sugary-sweets-are-no-treat-for-dogs-with-sensitive-stomachs\/\">Trick? Or Treat? Why Pets Shouldn\u2019t Eat Chocolate<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Millions of American adults and kids annually celebrate Halloween frights and delights with trick-or-treating and costume parties. Their furry family members have become real party animals, too. While some pet owners enjoy dressing up their dogs \u2014 and, occasionally, their cats \u2014 in what are undoubtedly adorable costumes, many don\u2019t realize their pets find the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5345,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"Tips for Safely Dressing Your Dog This Halloween","_seopress_titles_desc":"Help ensure your dog's safety and comfort this Halloween with guidelines for choosing the perfect costume! 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