10 do-it-yourself Halloween costumes for dogs

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10 do-it-yourself Halloween costumes for dogs

To win a Halloween party it is hard to stand out with the costumes. And people love to focus on their attires to look cool and different. But what about your puppy? Aren’t you taking him with you out?

If yes, then you might be looking for something easy and unique. Don’t worry we’ll help you choose the right option for you.

Well, just like humans, doggy’s have comfort concerns too. Therefore, a great piece of advice would be that do not tease your puppy. Try to make things easier for them. 

Some obeying dogs wear anything they are given, while others may resist getting into something difficult. So it is better to get them a trendy collar or some other body decors rather than the full-body suits with accessories.

In this read, we are going, to sum up, 10 super simple DIY Halloween costumes for dogs that can make them cute and scary at the same time.

1. Super doggy as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs

Doggies are super cute. So they should dress like super doggies on Halloween. Super dresses are a good choice as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs.

All you need to do is to find a piece of cloth or canvas to make a superman tail for your puppy. Tie it on his neck and you are good to go!

A plus point is if you can make him a prop, like, eye-mask or any super-hero t-shirt. You can also add various emblems or unique logos to your doggy’s costume. The more, the merrier!

1.  Desperado as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs

Have you ever seen a doggy stealing? Yes, they do!

Well, my puppy always robs cookies from the jar, and thus I dress him into a desperado every Halloween. Moreover, this cute robber has also stolen my heart.

What do you need? Only an old white t-shirt and some black stripes or paper tape to put on it.

You can also shop for a prison t-shirt for your puppy to look more fabulous. 

Spice the look up, with props and accessories as much as you can. Or just put on sunglasses or paper glasses to make your little thief look cuter.

1.  Hawaiian doggy as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs

Hawaiian shirts are only for men and women? I don’t think so!

Dress up your puppy with a cool and comfy Hawaiian button shirt this Halloween.

What do you need? Of course, a Hawaiian shirt 🙂 

Find one of yours in your wardrobe and make it a good fit for your pup or simply shop one for your doggy.

1.  Wizard dog as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs

Wizards have magical powers. Well if doggies would-be wizards, they would have the power to look extremely cute.

A wizard costume can be the perfect fit for a scary DIY Halloween costume for dogs. To make this look you need to have a piece of black cloth. 

Simply tie it around the neck like the super-hero tail or wrap your puppy with it on the whole abdomen. And then you can add stars and logos to make it look real. 

And finally do not forget to have a wizard hat on the top of his head.

1.  Santa dog as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs

Santa dogs look very cool and this costume is very common in Halloween parties and costume shows. 

So, you can make it at home by following some simple steps. Get some red-colored velvet, cotton, or wool balls and a red old t-shirt or jacket that fits your dog size.

Now simply cut the velvet in the cone shape and stick it from both ends to make a Santa cap. Add wool on the tip of the cap in the form of a ball and also at the circumference of the cap.

Similarly, decorate the t-shirt or hoodie with white cloth, cotton, wool, and stickers, and the perfect Santa costume for your dog is ready.

1.  Ghost as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs

Ever seen the cutest of ghosts? Catch them at Halloween parties. Ghost look is the easiest and trendiest DIY Halloween costume for dogs. 

How to make it? Simply you need a twin-sized white sheet and scissors. Cut the eye holes accurately and your little ghost is ready to scare everyone around the town. 

1.  Little cop as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs

Since there are thieves on Halloween night so you may need a cop as well. 

Police uniforms look classy when chosen as the DIY Halloween costumes for dogs. All you need to have is a blue t-shirt to fit your doggy and a little police hat. Add a blue colored bow collar to the dog’s neck and a logo to ensure authenticity.

And your cop is ready to have an encounter with the robbers all around.

1.  Elf little as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs

Elves may not be real but the elf costume can look cute at a Halloween party on your dog. It is also a unique DIY Halloween costume for dogs.

How to make it?

So here are a few things you need;

  • Green velvet.
  • Skin colored cloth
  • Red tee
  • Cotton/wool balls
  • Velcro 

Use the red tee as a costume and make the elf cap by simply stitching up the clown using green velvet. Decorate it with coon or wool.

For elf ears, use Velcro to make them stand stiff and cover them up with skin-colored cloth pieces. Stich, it to give the ear pattern and attach it with the cap or clown you made.

Your elf is ready.

1.  Bat dog as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs

Bat dog is also the simplest and of DIY Halloween costume for dogs and can look extremely classy on little puppies.

It is best for black breeds but can go well with others as well. Moreover, you can add a canine look over it to make your doggy look like a real Dracula. Also, o not forget to get your puppy wings!

1.  Winter dog as a DIY Halloween costume for dogs

This may sound a bit out of the idea, but it is a good option for those who might not want to scare everybody. 

Winter looks are classy on dogs as on humans. All you need to have your old hoodies, caps, and mufflers and use them as a prop to make your puppy look like a kid going out on a walk-in winter day.

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