It may be humiliating, but aside from the dog's dignity, a costume does nothing to harm them. Dog costumes are one of the funniest and best costumes for Halloween. It's quite possible that cute dog costumes even trump baby costumes (it's a a tough call to decide). Who can resist an itty bitty dog in a devil costume?

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There are tons of costumes for dogs some really cute ones are the angel costumes, devil costumes, hot dog (a little trite, but still very cute) and even a princess costume.  The costumes are made to fit pets, including cats, and come in different sizes. They also are cheap at about $12.99, but there are safety concerns.

Remember that even though the air might be chilly, a dog can overheat easily in a costume. They already have fur coats to keep them warm, additional layers can dehydrate your pet.

Keep small objects off the costume. Dogs like to chew, and small objects can be dangerous.

Keep water handy for your pet if you have the costume on for longer than an hour. (or better yet take it off after a while).

Lastly, it's important to find costumes that fit properly and don't choke or stifle your pet.

Happy Halloween