Halloween Costumes For Pets
Halloween night is always fun; what other holiday lets you dress up in costume, hand out candy to kids you don’t know, and maybe even have a scary surprise or two? Even though he cannot eat chocolate, Fido may enjoy getting all dolled up for a night of fun. In recent years, designers have begun manufacturing pet Halloween costumes. These pet costumes, which can be super heroes, villains, or anything in between, are becoming more popular whether they are purchased over the internet or from a local store.
The selection of Halloween costumes for your pet is much greater over the internet, which is arguably the world’s largest shopping center. Even the most finicky of pet owner is sure to find something they approve of among the vast variety offered by specialty stores and designers. With Halloween costumes being lightweight, even the possible cost of shipping fees isn’t likely to be a significant one.
Before searching for Halloween costumes for your furry friend, take the time to record their measurements to make certain you select an appropriate size. Many pet Halloween costumes are no longer of the old fashioned one-size-fits-all variety. In fact, these days most of the higher quality costumes are designed with specific animal sizes in mind. A Labrador would not fit into a costume intended for a poodle, or vice versa, and as such some designers create the outfits bearing this fact in mind, and these are the designers you want to look for.
When selecting Halloween dog costumes, it is a good idea to choose one that will be most comfortable for your furry little friend. They are also wearing a fur coat, so anything that is breathable will be ideal. Remember also that many pets are not going to immediately appreciate being put into a Halloween costume unless they are used to being dressed. Spend several days getting them used to the idea of wearing the costume before you take them out on Halloween in it. One way to do this is by showing them the costume, putting it on for a few minutes and then removing it. Be sure to give them plenty of praise and a treat to help reinforce that behavior. It won’t take long for you pet to not only not fight the wearing of the costume, but be happily anticipating the treat they know is going to come. Be certain to carry some extra treats with you that night – after all, they can’t have chocolate, and everyone deserves a special treat on Halloween.
