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With just a bit more than a week left until the 31st of October, now is the time to decide on the costume that best suits your pet's personality, be it Pinhead Chihuahua or Batcat.
However, coming up with a look for your companion can be tough. After all, it needs to suit their personality as well. So we at Bored Panda put together a list of ideas that should definitely help.
Continue scrolling to check out the adorably spooky celebrants and if you want more, fire up our other collections of the best Halloween pet costumes here and here. Also, don't miss the chat we had with PDSA's (which is the UK's leading veterinary charity) vet nurse Shauna Spooner about safety guidelines for this special occasion.
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#1
And This Year's Winner Of Halloween
Lokiâs Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
Snoop is about to drop the hottest album of the yearâ Give the Dog A Bone
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#2
My Pirate Dog Was A Pirate Dog For Halloween
Marion 3 years ago
Great wee thing! Ps: if this was a human who tortured that little sweety: hope you have nightmares every night until you die.
Nea 3 years ago
And i wish a lifetime of lovely dreams that come true for the owner. You are special.
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BBsparkster614 3 years ago
All of my dogs are abuse victims, such as Max having to fight for his food (we know heâs had the most, as he doesnât share food, eats it incredibly quickly, so much that he gets sick after, had and still has a small fear of water, used to be afraid of being thrown down stairs and wouldnât go near them, and his ear is bent cause it was broken and didnât heal right. So this is a statement that needs more upvotes
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Kimberly Alison 3 years ago
Argh, heâs/sheâs a cutieâŠ.argh, I say. Love you, little one!
Nena Rosebud 3 years ago
This is Haddie the Pirate Dog. She was used as a bait dog by garbage humans but was rescued and rehabbed and is now living the loving life she deserves. I follow her on Instagram @haddiethepiratedog
Last month, Wag!, an American pet services marketplace company, surveyed pet parents nationwide to see how they were preparing to celebrate Halloween.
After contacting a random sample of 1,000 U.S. adult dog and cat owners, it was discovered that 95% of them are excited about it, and 59% plan to take their pet(s) trick-or-treating, and 12% of the trick-or-treaters will do it for the first time.
It's no secret that now more than ever, dogs and cats are considered family members instead of just pets. And Wag!'s survey results emphasizes that sentiment across the board, from festivity planning, to costume spending, and more.
#3
The Halloween Cat Has Appeared
Minath 3 years ago
That's awesome, I'm always impressed by cat costumes, my two would rip me to shreds if I tried to dress them up.
Kirsten Kerkhof 3 years ago
My thought exactly. My cat would give me very Halloween-appropriate face scratches if I ever tried to put any clothes on him.
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A B C the Third 3 years ago
That's gotta be the most relaxed cat ever. Look at HOW MUCH they're wearing *_*
#4
âWe All Bork Down Here, Georgieâ
Katie Kins 3 years ago
Oh hell to no I would not pass them! I am officially traumatized to go pass a storm drainage. I LOVE this picture though.
Lokiâs Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
This is amazing! Would you like a home Georgie? đ€Ą đ
#5
Spoopy
Marleinah Smith 3 years ago (edited)
Nanananananananana. BATCAAAAT!!!! (I'll let myself out now.)
ComplicatedCheckers 3 years ago
the natural enemy of the winged night mouse: the winged night cat
However, we have to remember that most animals aren't used to wearing cutout wings. “While we might like to dress up in scary costumes, most pets don’t share our enthusiasm as fancy dress outfits often make them feel stressed and uncomfortable," PDSA vet nurse Shauna Spooner told Bored Panda in a statement.
"There are some really important things to consider, which owners often don’t think about when contemplating buying a funny outfit for a furry friend."
#6
This Year's Halloween Costume
#7
My Friend From Work And His Dog Dressed As E.T. And Elliot
alwaysMispelled 3 years ago
This is just a still from the movie?? Where's the pic of the coworker and his dog? ;-)
Bored Retsuko 3 years ago
I like it because the dog probably doesn't mind... It's like wrapping him for a ride to the vet or something, so I assume he's used to it.
glowworm2 3 years ago
Yeah, I was going to say, the dog is probably very comfortable in that blanket.
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Marion Friedl 3 years ago
LOL E. T. was one of my favourite movies in the 1980s, I watched it at the cinema 3 times, and later also on free public German TV several times, and every time I cried again when E. T. was taken back home to his planet by his people and "Gertie" cried like crazy.
#8
Rosie Has A Digestive Disorder That Forces Her To Eat All Her Meals In A Special Chair. So My Step-Mom Turned Her Into Ruth Bader Ginsburg For Halloween
Anthony Nizza 3 years ago
I was hoping someone would do this!!! Thank you
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A Bailey chair! I only found out about this because a dog rescue I follow on Facebook had a dog come through who needed to have one. Like a high chair for puppers!
Pink Rose 3 years ago
Would love to know more about your doggys condition.. im very curious about the chair and love to learn!
Astrid Manthej 3 years ago
Megaoesophagus, most likely. You can look that up...
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“Think about whether your pet can move properly," Spooner said. "Clothes can be quite restrictive and can get in your pet's way when they try to do normal things like walking, going to the toilet, and grooming themselves."
"They also might make your pet feel itchy, too hot, or even choke them if they get tangled up or caught on something."
#9
Happy Halloween From Taco Thor
Lokiâs Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
This is brilliantâ it even looks like Thor is âsmilingâ
#10
Cute Ghosts
the Return of Bruno 3 years ago
Retrievers always seem in on the joke. They're really just so happy to be part of making people happy.
A B C the Third 3 years ago
The derpy face on the lower right one :D "look mom, I'm a bed sheet!"
ComplicatedCheckers 3 years ago
we goosts now... you does give treatoes or we do you much a haunt!
#11
Corgi + Cerberus = Corberius. He's Ready For Halloween
Lokiâs Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
The most dreaded beast from the pits of the Hell, the fearful Corberius. One glance at the this fearsome foeâs unearthly cuteness is known to cause the greatest of warriors to turn into babbling babies that serve the mighty creatures ungodly desire for constant belly rubs.
Bored Retsuko 3 years ago
Agree, this one wouldn't be so bad with a normal collar.
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Also, keep an eye for signs that your pet might get stressed. "Wearing clothes isn’t natural for pets and it can cause them [anxiety], especially cats."
"Stressed cats might groom themselves a lot, be aggressive towards you, or make more noise than they normally would. Dogs might show they’re stressed by licking their lips, yawning, or panting," the vet nurse highlighted.
#12
No Thoughts, Just A Pinhead Chihuahua
YinzerGhost 3 years ago
How does this not have more upvotes? Absolutely nailed it.
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#13
Celebrating The Day Of The Dead
#14
Party On, Wayne! Party On, Garth
#15
Happy Halloween From The Puppy Who Lived
TTorrest Author 3 years ago
Extra bonus points for the little piece of cello tape with the lightning bolt drawn on it.
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Hairy Pupper and the Philosi-furs stone: featuring Ron Beagley, Hair-mione Growler, and Neville Dog-bottom the Griffindogs
“Ask yourself if your pet can still communicate effectively," Spooner continued. "Communication is very important for dogs in particular."
"If your dog is dressed up, other dogs may struggle to read their body language properly and could act aggressively towards them. If your dog is already stressed from being dressed up, they might act differently around other dogs too."
#16
My Nephew As Tigger, And His Trusty Sidekick Eeyore For Halloween
#17
You Severely Underestimate My Apathy
kf 3 years ago
dang, got wowed for a min at whoever got a shirt on a frog
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hi myself, gay weirdođșđŠïžââ 3 years ago
Why does the frog look like it would actually be named Pugsley lol
#18
My Best Friend's Halloween Costume. He's A Little Embarrassed By It
CultOfBambi 3 years ago
I thought it was "Doggy Parton" at first but you're right, the clothes are definitely more Marilyn...
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#19
Last Minute Halloween Costume
Deidre Lippnik 3 years ago
I may not speak for all Elder Millenials, but i speak with the ones that agree with this point... that is the cutest and most clever costume.
Most importantly, use your best judgment. "This may seem an odd question to ask yourself, but is it respectful to your pet to dress them up?"
Spooner reminded us that as owners, we love and protect our pets, and we wouldn’t want to see them come to harm of any kind. "Dressing a pet up could open them up to ridicule and mockery which is neither kind nor respectful.”
#20
I Ate Rubber Band. Went To Surgery. Won Pet Costume As Handmaid
Marion Friedl 3 years ago
I hope you recovered soon and your human put all rubber bands and other stuff out of reach, never leave such stuff lying around if you have pets.
Teresa Spanics 3 years ago (edited)
AWW, I hope that you are all better, dear sweet kittyđ»đ
#21
Happy Halloween From This Golden Girl
Mrs Irish Mom 3 years ago
Omg amazing, i cant even get my dog 2 wear a bandana never mind a whole costume đ
#22
K-9 Karen. Happy Halloween
#23
Halloweenâs Most Handsome Devil
PDSA vet nurse Shauna Spooner added: "As we stock our cupboards with tasty Halloween-themed treats, it is important to remember that chocolate is poisonous to pets as it contains a toxic chemical called theobromine which, even in small doses, can prove fatal."
"Sweets can also be dangerous to pets if they contain the sweetener xylitol (birch sugar). It is vital that owners keep these human treats, along with any wrappers, well away from prying paws."
Stay safe, folks!
#24
Happy Halloween From The Sweetest Group Of Guinea Pigs
GB 3 years ago
I said the exact same thing (same number of times) when I saw this
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MotherofGuineaPigs 3 years ago
So cute! 3 of my piggies would love this - but I'd have to get them out of their regular sweaters
#25
This Dog's Halloween Costume
Dani M 3 years ago
ah! thatÂŽs why Tofu wasnÂŽt available as a username :)
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Pixie 3 years ago
I can't figure that part out either lol! Where are the dog's back legs?
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#26
Thor Is Going To Cast A Spell On You This Halloween
Kimberly Alison 3 years ago
The multitalented Thor, ladies and gentlemen. From taco to wizard.
Lokiâs Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
Does Thor have a calendar where heâs dressed up in adorable costumes throughout the year? Asking for a friendâŠ
#27
Feeling A Little Exotic This Halloween
#28
Mango Is Ready For Halloween
#29
My Lil Bee
Amber Miller 3 years ago (edited)
You sure that's not a murder hornet. Those eyes are definitely not loving right now. Lol beware
#30
Happy Halloween
#31
The Two Most Mischievous Loki Variants Youâll Ever See
Lokiâs Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago
They are burdened with glorious purpose..to raid the trash can when you least expect it.
#32
Happy Halloween From Vampire Puppy
Shyla Bouche 3 years ago
What a handsome bloodsucker you are! Yes you are! Who's the good bloodsucker?
#33
Appa And Momo Pet Costumes
#34
Happy Halloween From My Favorite Bat
Bored Retsuko 3 years ago (edited)
Pro tip: black green eyed cats look halloweenish enough without any costume đ
#35
Bobâs Boo-Gers
#36
Judd Was A Bat For Halloween
#37
Pray For Me. I Decided To Dress My Cat Up For Halloween
Lokiâs Lil Butter Knife 3 years ago (edited)
Meowie Anntoicatte says, â Let them eat tuna đŁ â
Anita Ledford 3 years ago
Your cat is going to kill you. Know that now and beware. Happy Halloween!
#38
Dragon Costume For Fibs
#39
I Adopted A One-Eyed Dog, Everyone Said He Must Be A Pirate For Halloween
#40
My 15-Year-Old Chihuahua (Munch) Got Her Halloween Costume Yesterday
Owen Jarvis 3 years ago
I'd like it if all UPS drivers were Chihuahas that just did a little bork and left a parcel.
ComplicatedCheckers 3 years ago
It was said that you would destroy the mailmen, not join them. It was you who would bring balance to the porch, not leave it in Darkness.
#41
Happy Halloween
#42
Demogorgon. I Am A Stranger Thing
Your Neighborhood Alien 3 years ago
Actually, OP wrote (from cat's POV): My eyes will always look like this. I was found as a kitten, near a hot car engine Graphic photos on my profile page under early years." (Here's the link to those photos, if anyone's interested: https://www.instagram.com/s/aGlnaGxpZ2h0OjE3OTM4ODMxMzYwODg4MjQy?story_media_id=2768120342868698705_3501966867&igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=)
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#43
My 2 Pups Playing Their Part For Their Halloween Costume. Herbie Looks Super Happy That He Caught A Criminal And Marley Just Looks Guilty And Sad
Coffee_nut45? 3 years ago
It takes a lot to make me laugh nowadays, but these two dogs did the trick. I'm still chuckling!
#44
Our Dog Won Best Costume At His Daycare And Thought You All May Appreciate It
Ian Conelley 3 years ago
And I think it's gonna be a long, long time 'Til touchdown brings me 'round again to find. I'm not the man they think I am at home. Oh, no, no, no. I'm a rocket man...
ComplicatedCheckers 3 years ago
rocket man, burning out his fuse up here alone...
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#45
Costume Contest Winner? I Think So. Soon As I Tried To Take A Pic The Mop Decided To Do A Flip Out Of The Bucket
A. Starhawk Hunt 3 years ago
That would have been even better if the dog was a Puli or Komondor. Less costume to buy!
#46
The Perfect Halloween Costume
RedMarbles 3 years ago
If you give Dogmeat a teddy bear, he will play with it. đ
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#47
Yes Or No?
Marion Friedl 3 years ago
Somehow this cat reminds me of #NinaHagen, a German #Punk singer/songwriter. LOL đ€Łđ€Łđ€Łđ€Șđ€Șđ€Șđčđčđčđźđźđź
#48
The Cutest Bat Ever
ComplicatedCheckers 3 years ago
the tail of a squirrel, the guts of a stuffed animal, the cry of a squeaky toy, and biscuits made of chicken
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ADHD McChick 3 years ago
I had a Pomeranian that looked exactly like this, except that his fur was black as night. He'd have looked amazing in these wings!!
#49
Happy Halloween
karl briggs 3 years ago
What's the difference between batman and a criminal? Batman can go out without Robin. đ
#50
Happy Halloween From The Gardener + Her Flower Children
Alaskatgal 3 years ago
Love love LOVE the pupperâs expression! Definitely doing this for momđ
Grace and Lucy 3 years ago
The pup looks stoic, calm but just wait until the clock strikes 12 am
Marion Friedl 3 years ago
Oh noooo, this picture planted an earworm into my brain, "Let It Grow" from #EricClapton. đ€Łđ€Łđ€Łđ€Șđ€Șđ€Șđ¶đ¶đ¶
#51
My Daughter Wants To Go As El From Stranger Things For Halloween, So Of Course, We Need To Send Yoshi As Her Demogorgon
#52
Took My 11-Year-Old Corgi For Her First Halloween Since Adopting Her In February Of 2020. Safe To Say She Loved It
#54
The Costume He Was Born To Wear
the Return of Bruno 3 years ago
The side bolts made me realize that it wasn't that he'd just seen the Silence.
#55
Happy Halloween From Scarlett, The Fierce Bucking Bull. Yeehaw
#56
I Now Present My Ferret Kasey In Her Halloween Costume
#57
Getting In The Halloween Spirit Already
#58
My Little Leopard Is Going As A Tiger This Halloween
#59
Happy Halloween From Winnie The "Everything Beagle". She Won 1st Prize In The Pet Costume Category At My Company's (Virtual) Halloween Party Yesterday
RMA 3 years ago
She was promised the cream cheese as a prize but it wasnât realâŠ
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Ambrose, My Old Blind Kitty, Is Ready For Halloween
ace lesbian demigirl(she/they) 3 years ago
I'm sorry for your loss. (All the more if it was recent, but still) <3
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#61
Happy Halloween From The Spookiest Dog
#62
My Girl Slytherin Says Happy Halloween
#63
Lukeâs 31 Days Of Halloween, Day 22 - French Artist
#64
Guess Who Won Best Pet Costume Competition At Work? The Theme Was 2020 Hero
Artistic Panda (he him) 3 years ago (edited)
That sounds very messed up out of context
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Bandito's First Halloween Costume
#66
Meet My Quirky Furbabies. Prince And Kyra. First Time Dressing Up For Halloween. Prince The Pirate And Marie Antoinette I Canât With The Cuteness Had To Share
#67
Happy Halloween From Rembo
#68
Duke Says Happy Halloween Week
#69
Bat Cat
#70
Better View Of The Bunny Costumes
#71
Beebo Is Ready For Halloween
#72
Reptar's Halloween Costume
#73
Happy Fall/Halloween From My Little Pumpkin Farmer
#74
He Was Such A Good Robin For Halloween Last Year
#75
Jurassic Bark
#76
Happy Halloween! Waffles Is A Tissue Box This Year
#77
Here Is Sir Edgar The Kreeft's Glider In His Halloween Costume
#78
My Bunny Was Green Mario For Halloween
#79
I Took My Pup To A Halloween Dog Party This Weekend. She Was Terrified Of The Mascot. The Expression On These Two Was My Favorite
#80
My Doggos Waffles And Muffin Are Trying On Their Scary Costumes For Halloween
#81
My Poodle Went As A Dalmatian For Halloween (The Paint Is Pet-Friendly If Case You're Wondering)
Amanda Rose 3 years ago
I wonder if my poodle would tolerate me putting spots on him. Hmm. đ€
#82
Happy Halloween
#84
Little George Hopes You Had A Lovely Halloween
#85
Happy Halloween
Anita Ledford 3 years ago
That cat is not happy cause it didn't get the drinks. Kidding, run !
#86
Itâs Chicken Noodle! Sheâs So Done With My Nonsense
#87
My Squad On Halloween
#88
My Sister-In-Law Entered Her Dog Into A Halloween Costume Contest. This Was Her Daisy Duke Entry
#89
Halloween Is Around The Corner! Pepper Is A Cotton Candy
Anita Ledford 3 years ago
Pepper is going to get revenge for this humiliation. You should run!
#90
Luna Loves Halloween
Anita Ledford 3 years ago
What Dog Is This?/s no really, what breed,or breeds. Beautiful Doggo.
Scout Finch 3 years ago
I Googled "Merle dog breeds" and this dog looks like a Mudi to me.
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Happy Halloween From My Coke Dog
#92
My Friend's Three Guinea Pigs Are All Ready For Halloween
#93
Happy Halloween From A Spooky Goa(S)t
#94
So, I Finished Up One Of The Pup's Costumes For This Year, And Obviously We Had To Do A Test Run
#95
It's A Me, Meow-Rio
#97
Trying To Be Spooky But Too Cute For Halloween
karl briggs 3 years ago
Police office knocked on my mates door and said "your Rottweiler has been chasing the children on bikes". My friend said "That's impossible, my dog can't ride a bike".
#98
Happy Halloween From The Labsters
#100
My Cat Would Like To Know If Her Halloween Costume Looks Good
#101
My Sister Got A Spider Costume For Her Hairless Cat
Captain Az 3 years ago
Your sister will merely be the first of a long list of suspicious disappearances
#102
Who's Ready For Halloween?
#103
Happy Halloween From Ricky, The Baddest Snake Around
#104
Happy Early Halloween From The Scariest Little Spider I've Ever Seen
#105
Happy Halloween From Hong Kong
#106
My Sister's Kitten, Ellie, All Dressed Up For Halloween
#107
Happy Halloween
Susan S 3 years ago
Is one dog the Tom Hardy character from The Dar Knight Rises? Can't figure out who the other dog is though
Everydayhuman83 3 years ago
Bane? Is That The One You Are Referring To ? OIP-39-635...097d0.jpeg 
#108
My University's Pre-Vet Club Is Holding A Halloween-Themed Cutest Pet Contest, Here's Arlo's Submission
#109
Does Everyone Have Their Petâs Halloween Costumes Ready? Rex Wants To See Them
#110
Hakuna Matata
#111
Good Girl's Halloween Costume. 13 And No Quit In Her
#112
My Doggy On Halloween. She's Dressed As A Dragon
#113
Mocha Is Ready For Halloween
Kathleen Robinson 3 years ago
So cute! That looks our doggoâs twin. We have never been able to figure out her breed. Just wondering what breed or mix there of is this HP fan
#114
Last Yearâs Halloween Ghost Costume Didnât Come Out As Planned
#117
Aloy Says âEat Mor Chikinâ. Everyone Loved Her Halloween Costume - The Chick-Fil-A Cow
#118
Happy Halloween Everyone From Ms. Ellie
#119
Mama And Baby Shark Ready To Paint The Town Red For Halloween
Toolkit 3 years ago
Baby shark doo doo doo doo doo baby shark doo doo doo doo doo baby shark doo doo doo doo doo doo baby shark!!! :p
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Parks And Rec Fans: My Pups Dressed Up As Burt Macklin And Janet Snakehole
#122
Itâs Our Favorite Time Of Year, Pupper Halloween Costume Time
#123
Her Halloween Date
#125
Willow's Halloween Costume
#126
This Is Snuffles Wearing An Astronaut Head From Halloween
#127
Guess What I Am For Halloween
#131
My Dog Went As A Hipster For Halloween
#132
Leoâs Halloween Costume Arrived
#133
Look At That Cute Sheep
#134
Ready For Halloween Already
#136
My Mom Bought The Dog A Halloween Costume
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Enuya 3 years ago
I don't want to be THAT person but many of them are bordering on an animal abuse. Most of these poor pets cannot be comfortable with sheets of paper, boxes and whatnots sticking to them. Maybe it looks cute but I doubt it's good for the animals.
LillieMean 3 years ago
I agree. I just watched the cat whisperer Jackson Galaxy's video where he forbade wearing cats in costumes. Cats' skin is sensitive and the outfits cause great discomfort and are even painful for the cat.
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Marion Friedl 3 years ago
ROTFLMBO - rolling on the floor, laughing my butt off. Although I am not a fan of costuming pets, I´d never do that with my 15+ year old adopted Maine C**n mix Thori, I find these costumes funny, and as long as the owners only dressed the pets up for a quick photo that´s okay for me, as long as the pets don´t have to walk around that way for hours and hours. My opinion as online animal rights activist.
To see Thori´s photo you probably have to click on the URL. 10592835_1...52ade6.jpg 
Donkey boi 3 years ago
That's it! We have reached the pinnacle of happiness inducing content. We can all go home now!
Enuya 3 years ago
I don't want to be THAT person but many of them are bordering on an animal abuse. Most of these poor pets cannot be comfortable with sheets of paper, boxes and whatnots sticking to them. Maybe it looks cute but I doubt it's good for the animals.
LillieMean 3 years ago
I agree. I just watched the cat whisperer Jackson Galaxy's video where he forbade wearing cats in costumes. Cats' skin is sensitive and the outfits cause great discomfort and are even painful for the cat.
Load More Replies... Marion Friedl 3 years ago
ROTFLMBO - rolling on the floor, laughing my butt off. Although I am not a fan of costuming pets, I´d never do that with my 15+ year old adopted Maine C**n mix Thori, I find these costumes funny, and as long as the owners only dressed the pets up for a quick photo that´s okay for me, as long as the pets don´t have to walk around that way for hours and hours. My opinion as online animal rights activist.
To see Thori´s photo you probably have to click on the URL. 10592835_1...52ade6.jpg
Donkey boi 3 years ago
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