See a black cat cross your path?
Don’t worry — that’s not really bad luck; it’s just a feline friend who is already in the Halloween spirit. More like good luck to us!
If your furry friend isn’t lucky enough to have their own built-in costume, you’re in luck: We have the best Halloween costumes for your dog and cat.
Putting clothes on your pet is generally more an expression of your own style and interests, and the costumes below give you plenty of options to choose from. Whether you prefer classic spooky themes or are a fan of pop culture costumes, you’ll find something here that both you and your fuzzy friend will love.
Plus, if you’re planning on wearing a couples Halloween costume this year, you can match your pet to your outfit with one of the fun get-ups below.
In addition to some cute options from Chewy, many of these costumes are bestsellers on Amazon and are eligible for Prime shipping so you can get them ASAP. After you pick out your dog’s or cat’s outfit, find inspiration for yourself in our roundup of best scary costumes, best sexy costumes and the best Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce costumes.
Best Dog Costumes
TOMSENN Realistic Lion Mane for Dogs
Dogs can be cats, too, and this big lion mane is proof. The costume includes a fuzzy tail attachment that completes the look and really makes your pup feel like king of the household.
Chucky Dog Cosplay Costume
This Chucky the Doll costume makes that horror movie franchise much less scary — and that’s alright! Available in three sizes for good dogs of all breeds and ages.
Granny Pet Costume
This one is sure to cause some laughs this Halloween. The Granny costume comes complete with a gray wig and a dress with a handbag, giving the allusion that your pet is standing upright, which is no small feat in their old, old age.
Rypet Dog Bat Costume
Lift your dog’s spirits with these bat wings. They use a two-strap harness system to stay in place and come in multiple sizes for different kinds of dogs.
Lion Mane Wig for Dogs
With four color options to choose from and paw-sitively adorable ears on top, this lion mane costume is the quickest way to make your already perfect pooch even more stunning.
Dog Vampire Cloak
This tie-on vampire cloak can double as formal wear for your pooch because it looks so elegant. It’s also an easy costume to put on and take off in case your dog doesn’t exactly love to play dress up.
Rubie’s DC Comics Superman Costume
The “man of steel”? More like the “good boy of stealing treats.” This Superman set comes in four sizes and looks really cool when your dog is running around and letting the cape flap in the breeze.
“Pirates of the Caribbean” Dog Costume
Inspired by “Pirates of the Caribbean,” this funny costume gives your dog a whole new personality (and looks totally fitting the next time they dig a hole in the yard). Available in four sizes so all dogs can get in on the fun.
Rubie’s Disney “Nightmare Before Christmas” Zero Costume
The ghost dog from “Nightmare Before Christmas” is one of the most beloved pooches in cinema history, and now you can help your dog embrace their haunted side with this adorable costume. Available in four spooky sizes.
Also, this pairs perfectly with a big Jack Skellington decoration — just saying!
Pumpkin Pet Costume
As basic as it may be, a pet looks too cute as a pumpkin to pass on this costume. Since it is listed as the top pick for 2022, we wanted to find a pumpkin costume for both cats and dogs of all shapes and sizes. We love this one from Amazon, that ranges in size from a small to an XXXL so that all pups can get in on the fun.
Hot Dog Pet Costume
Pass the mustard! This hot dog costume for pets is a great way to add a pun to your celebration. Dress up your pup as the cutest hot dog doggy, or strap the costume to your cat for even more laughs. The costume comes in many sizes, from an XS to an XL, with adjustable velcro.
Disney Ariel Pet Costume
Since the new “The Little Mermaid” trailer was released, Ariel is all anyone can talk about — dogs and cats included. Dress up your pet as the most famous mermaid, available at Walmart in a variety of sizes.
Devil Pet Costume
Sometimes your pets can be devilish, so why not embrace it for a day. The Devil Pet Costume from Halloween Costumes.com is a great all-in-one option, with a hoodie that includes two horns, two wings, a forked tail, and an underbelly strap in a Small/Medium and a Large/XL variety.
Cowboy Pet Costume
Giddy up! This pet costume for dogs or cats is an amazing illusion, turning your pet into the horse and coming with a mini cowboy to ride them all over your home and neighborhood.
Walking Vet Pet Costume
This is one way to help your pet get over the fear of the vet. Dress them up like a veterinarian this Halloween, with this standing illusion costume from Costumes.com, now sold in four sizes to fit most.
Lion Mane Pet Costume
Embrace your pet’s wild side by turning them into the king of the jungle. This deluxe lion’s mane looks super lush, and comes in an adjustable one-size-fits-most style that straps around your pet’s head with ease.
Best Cat Costumes
Pet Cat Bat Wings
‘Cat’ already rhymes with ‘bat,’ so you know this costume is a natural fit. It has two velcro straps — for the neck and tummy — that make it easy to put on and help keep it in place.
Lion Mane Costume for Cats
Help your kitty embrace their roaring nature with this fuzzy lion mane. Plus, its little fabric ears are just so cute!
Cat Pirate Costume
This swashbuckling ensemble is available in four sizes for all kitties, big and small, as well as dogs.
Vampire Cloak Costume
I vant to pet this kitty, is what you’ll be saying when you put this getup on your cat. You can easily adjust the fit using the tie strings, and it’s also suitable for dogs.
Rypet Halloween Bat Wings
For a more study fit on your feline than the aforementioned bat wings, grab this set that uses a slip-on vest to hug your cat and help them stay comfortable. This also has a ring on the back where you can hook a leash.
NACOCO Cowboy Costume
Meow-dy, pardner! The little arms on this costume bounce up and down as your cat walks around, which is extra adorable. Available in four sizes that fit both cats and dogs.
Pet Wizard Clothes
During the spookiest season of all, it’s only natural that your cat would become a magical witch. This two-piece costume includes a pointy hat and cape that is honestly spooktacular.
NACOCO Cat Unicorn Hat
Pets are magical, and you can help the rest of the world know that by dressing up your cat in this rainbow and gold unicorn horn hat. It uses a soft velcro strap to make wearing it as comfortable as possible for your little kitty.
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