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By Gigi Spilman on Oct 1, 2025
It’s October 1st, which means spooky season has officially arrived! The leaves are changing (well, maybe not here in San Francisco), the air is crisp, and Halloween decorations are going up everywhere. That can only mean one thing, it’s time to start planning a Halloween costume. But we’re not talking about your outfit, we’re talking about your pets’!
At P.L.A.Y., Halloween is one of our favorite times of year thanks to our annual Pet Halloween Costume Contest. We’ve seen so many creative, funny and downright adorable entries over the years, and today we’re rounding up some of our favorite pet Halloween costume ideas to inspire you this spooky season.
And don’t forget, your pet’s look could win big! Submit your photos to P.L.A.Y.’s Annual Pet Halloween Costume Contest for a chance to win prizes and show off your pet’s spooky style. The contest is open now through [date].
Creative Pet Costumes
Want to really impress this Halloween? Go for a costume that shows off your crafty side. Your DIY pet costumes are sure to wow with these looks, from @weeweefrenchie’s colorful parrot costume to @magicgolddogs’ full-on arcade game. Break out the felt, glue and paint becasue half the fun is making the costume yourself!
Funny Pet Costumes
If laughter is your love language, follow in @sophielovestuna and @peace.love.doxies paw-steps and try a funny Halloween costume! A silly outfit is guaranteed to get a reaction, both in person and on social media. You don’t need to DIY these either. There are tons of funny pet costumes available online that make it easy to dress up your furry friend.
Here are some funny costume ideas:
- A can of soup like (campy, clever and purr-fect for both cats and dogs).
- TV characters that everyone will instantly recognize.
- A slice of pizza, taco or other foodie favorite.
Cute Pet Costumes
If your goal is “aww” factor, then a sweet, whimsical look will win every time. Costumes like @queengingerbeer‘s gnome, fairies or unicorns will turn your pup into the star of the pumpkin patch. You can also dress your dog up as their own name, like @ciderthelabrador, who cleverly went as a tasty box of apple cider!
Other cute dog and cat costume ideas include:
- Bumblebees, ladybugs or other small critters.
- Magical creatures like dragons or mermaids.
- Costumes that tie into your pet’s name or personality.
Group Pet Costumes
Do you have a dynamic duo or a squad of furry friends? Group costumes are double the fun! Dress them up as iconic movie duos.
Some clever group costume ideas for pets include:
- Famous movie duos or squads (think Scooby-Doo and the gang or Dumb & Dumber like @hank.the.iggy).
- Grandma and grandpa, like @han.the.corgi, are equal parts funny and adorable.
- Matching superhero costumes for every member of the family.
Spooky Pet Costumes
Of course, Halloween wouldn’t be complete without something a little spooky. If you want to lean into the frightful side of the holiday, go for a costume that’s both eerie and playful.
Spooky pet costume ideas:
- A creepy spider like @heidis.wildlife (perfect if your dog loves crawling around).
- A bat-monster with flapping wings, shown by @nottabearnewfoundlands
- Classic Halloween icons like skeletons, witches or ghosts.
Enter P.L.A.Y.’s Pet Halloween Costume Contest
Feeling inspired? Dress up your pup, kitty or other furry friend and join the fun by entering P.L.A.Y.’s Annual Pet Halloween Costume Contest! Not only could your pet’s costume inspire others, but you’ll also have the chance to win special prizes.
Entries close on [date ], so don’t miss your chance. Snap a photo, submit your entry, and let the spooky fun begin!
We’d also like to give a big thank you to all our previous contest participants and winners for the creative effort they’ve put into their amazing costumes over the years.
Comment below what your pet is dressing up as for Halloween or your favorite costumes!
