

Some costumes may not fit in the storage space, and others may develop wrinkles or creases from the folding. You will want to make sure the costume is easy to store away when you’re not using it. Many of the costumes on this list allow you to machine or hand wash them without destroying the fabric, but you’ll have to check with your brand before purchasing. Easy to Cleanīut the dog costume can get dirty very quickly, and you’re going to need one that you can clean easily. If this is something you intend to do, you better check to make sure there is a place to hook up the leash when the costume is on. Once you have your pet wearing its costume, it’s natural to take one to take them out for a walk so they can get the praise and attention they deserve from the neighbors. Dogs are very active, and if there isn’t good stitching, the custom can fall apart very quickly. We spoke of the material, but you must also consider the stitching and accessories’ durability when choosing your costume. Image credit: Mahlebashieva, Shutterstock Durability We recommend costumes that use cotton and polyester fabric as both are durable and easy to keep clean.

Subpar material will fall apart and clump over time and can begin to look bad if not become unwearable. High-Quality MaterialĪlways make sure you inspect the costume to ensure it uses a high-quality material. Remember to consider also how you will take the costume off, as this often-difficult step is easy to overlook. Most of the costumes on our list are easy to put on and only require connecting a few hook and latch fasteners, but you may find some complex designs if you continue to shop. Some foreign that the costume isn’t too difficult to get on your pet.
