Help Us Choose A Dog Costume

Last updated on April 8, 2015 By Puppy Leaks 2 Comments

Help Us Choose A Dog Costume

I love Halloween and yes I know it’s not even mid August yet but picking a dog costume is something I look forward to each year. So far I haven’t had much luck in years past choosing something practical that makes it out the door, so this year I’d like some help. Choosing the right Halloween dog costume is serious business.

Generally we’re up for anything, but given her large upright ears we simple cannot do many of the dog costumes that cover a large portion of a dogs face. She’s not a fan of trying to put her ears through those small holes either; trust me I’ve tried. I really love the popular lions wig mane, it’s nice and simple but Laika’s ears once again get in the way.

I might also add that although I love custom made costumes I am not handy with a needle and thread. If it’s super simple I might try it, but I’d prefer ready made.

Help Choose A Dog Costume

I’d love your input, help us choose a dog costume that’s practical. Laika and I would be most appreciative, we’ll reward you with many photos. Last year we went with the Skunk. Not only did it not fit well but we weren’t even able to make it out of the house before she had grabbed the tail and ripped it off. So this year please help us choose a dog costume that’s practical; help Laika and I avoid photos like this:

The skunk was a bad choice

What Should Laika Be This Year? Here’s a Few Options:

Who you gonna call?

I’d love to go with a Ghostbusters dog costume; yes I am a child from the 80’s. After reading the reviews though it might not be practical. Sounds like the doggie proton pack doesn’t fasten property and the sizing is apparently hard to get right. There’s also no hole for a harness, which seems like it might cause the whole costume to move about too much when it rubs against a leash.

Elvis anyone?

The Elvis dog costume might be a good choice. It seems like it would fit well and not move around too much. The reviews on this one are slightly better than the Ghostbusters costume but apparently the cape isn’t connected to the legs so a few people complained that it slides around. I do think the White would look good on Laika.

Spider Dog looks defeated

The spider dog costume might work, if the fit works well and I can get it tight enough not to slip. Judging from the photo I don’t think the dog is very pleased. Maybe it won’t seem so large on my Shepherd mix like it seems on this little Boston Terrier. There’s only 2 reviews but they’re both positive. I think I’ll keep this in mind, I just wish they didn’t have such a sad dog modeling it. Here’s a super cute video of a small dog wearing a spider costume. And of course here’s the famous Mutant Giant Spider Dog prank.

Help Us Choose A Dog Costume

If you know of any dog costumes that don’t have a headpiece let me know. I’d love to get Laika a costume this year that she won’t mind wearing. And yes, whatever we end up choosing I’ll be sure to add lots of photos. Where’s a good place to shop for dog costumes? Please leave a comment if you have any dog costume ideas or tips, I’d love to hear them.

In the meantime here’s some dogs with great costumes via Buzzfeed Yellow.