Our Favorite Dog Costumes

Written by:
Abigail Mercer
October 16, 2026

We looked at the most searched for and purchased costumes and the results are in.

Halloween is fast approaching, although we would never know with the record temperature highs in Minnesota. Regardless, we are itching to share our favorite dog costumes in the Ope family, as well as the most common pup costumes and where you can buy them.

Most Common Dog Costumes

Dogs in costume are always hilarious. Statistically, here are the world's most popular dog costumes pet owners continually purchase for their furry family members. Have you dressed your pup in one of these popular costumes?

Lemonade Hilbert, Pumpkin

The Classic Pumpkin Dog: The Reigning Costume

Coming in at nearly 10% of the dog owners who reported, the pumpkin reigns supreme. It’s easy to see why. A cute pup dressed as a classic squash draws eyes and is a true staple of the season. Lemon (one of the Ope’s founders) has been a pumpkin a few years running. With her loaf-like shape she pulls it off better than most.

Here's where to get a pumpkin costume: The Pumpkin

The Hot Dog

A crowd pleaser, the Hot Dog costume comes in at 7%. This costume is particularly popular with Dachshund owners (that one seems obvious). Seeing a large breed dressed as a Hot Dog is definitely on our bucket list. The ego bruise an Irish WolfHound may take by wearing it would be worth the photo.

Here's where you can snag one: The Hot Dog

The Dinosaur

Oddly enough, recent search data indicates dog owners are making the move to the dinosaur. Maybe it’s the revival of Jurassic, maybe someone is trying to pass their lab off as Nessie. The world may never know; what we do know, is dinosaur costumes are on the rise.
Here’s where you can buy one: The Dinosaur

While these are the most popular costumes, the Ope family likes to keep people on their toes.

The Ope's Halloween Costumes

Our family is a big fan of the spooky season. While we enjoy the classic scary movies, the best part easily is dressing up the dogs and heading into public to really make someones day. 

These are the crowd pleasers.

Lemon, The Least Productive Elf

The Elf Pug: Lemon as an Elf

While Lemon may have enjoyed being Arwen more than a funny north pole elf, the classic simply fits her better. Though, she’s more accustomed to playing with and destroying toys than she is making them (and sharing). She’d certainly make for a lousy helper, but a super cute one.

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Kinny, The Terrified Firefighter

Kinsler: Not Feeling so Firey

Some know this, but Kinsler is the inspiration for our mascot. Seeing him dressed up as a firefighter, the role of mascot certainly suites him more. Kinny looks like he’s far more scared of the fire than a fireman should be.

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Princess Leia, The One and Only

Princess Leia: Arguably Better Than Carrie Fisher

One of the next best for Lemon is the classic Star Wars heroine, Princess Leia Organa. We feel Lemonade truly gave Carrie Fisher a solid run for her money with this costume. Who wouldn’t trust the fate of the galaxy to this pug?

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Halloween & Dogs, the Verdict

So, let's be real, who doesn't love a dog in a costume?

Don't forget to head to chewy.com and snag yours before Halloween is here!

If one of our readers ends up with a dog costume that's too good to share, we would love to see them. Be sure to tag us in an image post of your pup dressed for Halloween!

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