Dog Christmas outfits
Cotton Christmas Dog Shirt in Four Measured Sizes
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Dog Santa and elf costumes
Red Santa Pet Coat with Antler Hood and White Trim
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Dog Christmas outfits
Santa Dog Outfit in Hooded Coat or Lace Up Dress Styles
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Santa Rider Dog Costume with Adjustable Body Straps
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Striped Reindeer Dog Outfit in Vest or Four Leg Styles
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Help choosing dog santa and elf costumes
Buying guides and care advice written for this range: what to measure, what matters and what to skip.
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Shop dog Christmas costumes: Santa suits for dogs and cats, Santa Claus and reindeer antler outfits, a Christmas reindeer dress-up set and an elf outfit knitted sweater. This page narrows our Dog Christmas Outfits range to character costumes for holiday photos, parties and festive events. Below is how to choose a costume your dog will accept, how to size it, how to introduce headpieces, and the holiday hazards to keep an eye on while the camera is out.
Santa, elf or reindeer
Santa suits are the classic: a red jacket or full suit, sometimes with a hat. Reindeer dress-up sets usually center on antlers, sometimes with a matching top. The elf outfit here is a knitted sweater, which is the easiest option for dogs who dislike costumes, because it feels like ordinary winter clothing and keeps your dog warm.
Think about how long your dog will wear it. For a quick photo, any costume your dog tolerates will do. For a party or a festive walk, choose a sweater-style costume your dog can move, sit and lie down in comfortably.
Sizing a costume
Measure the neck, the chest around its widest point behind the front legs, and the back from neck base to tail base. Choose by chest. Costumes that are too tight restrict movement and breathing; too loose and they twist or trip your dog.
Hats and antler headbands should sit securely without pressing on the ears or eyes, and elastic chin straps should be loose enough to slide a finger under. Several costumes here suit cats too, but check the measurements, as cats are narrower than small dogs.
Introducing costumes and headpieces
Start early. Let your dog sniff the costume, then put the body piece on for a minute with treats, and take it off before your dog gets restless. Build up over a few days.
Headpieces bother dogs most, so introduce antlers and hats last, for a few seconds at a time. Watch for stress signs such as lip licking, yawning, freezing, a tucked tail, or pawing at the costume. If you see them, take the costume off. A happy dog without a hat makes a better photo than an anxious one with it.
Costume safety
Never leave a dog alone in a costume. Check that nothing covers the eyes, nose or mouth, or stops your dog panting, drinking or relieving itself. Remove bells, pom-poms and small decorations your dog could chew off and swallow.
The season brings other hazards: tinsel, ribbon, ornaments, string lights and holiday food. Chocolate, raisins and grapes, and anything sweetened with xylitol are toxic to dogs. If your dog swallows something dangerous, call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435; a fee may apply.
Care and next year
Spot clean costumes with fur trim and attached decorations, and hand wash knits on a cool setting, laying them flat to dry. Store everything clean and dry so it is ready next season.
Check the fit again next year, since puppies grow and adult dogs change weight, and replace any elastic that has lost its stretch. If your dog really disliked the costume, try a festive bandana or bow tie collar next time instead.
What Christmas costume is easiest for a dog?
A knitted sweater-style costume, such as an elf sweater, is easiest, because it feels like normal winter clothing. Full suits and headpieces take more getting used to.
How do I get my dog to wear reindeer antlers?
Introduce them last, for a few seconds at a time, with treats. Make sure the band does not press on the ears. If your dog keeps shaking or pawing at them, skip the antlers.
Can cats wear dog Santa costumes?
Some Santa suits here are made for dogs and cats. Cats often dislike clothes, so keep sessions very short, measure carefully and take the costume off if your cat seems stressed.
Is it safe for dogs to wear costumes?
Yes, with supervision. The costume should not restrict breathing, sight or movement, decorations should not be chewable, and your dog should never be left alone dressed up.
How should a dog Christmas costume fit?
Snug but not tight, with two fingers fitting under the neck and chest, legs moving freely and nothing covering the eyes, mouth or rear. Choose the size by chest measurement.