Amazon Bestsellers

Another way to gauge what people are dressing their pets as for Halloween is to check Amazon. We checked the “Dog Costumes” category and ranked by Best Sellers to see what people have been buying.

The top result is a lion mane, perfect for making your dog the king of the jungle for the night. Following right behind is a clever costume consisting of a saddle and a stuffed rodeo cowboy, making it look like he’s riding your little dog.

Chucky is also a top seller, as are classic Halloween staples like spider, pirate, vampire, dinosaur and bat. Another popular pick is Scooby Doo’s classic collar tag, a perfect simple costume option if you have a big dog like a Great Dane.

And in one of our favorite costumes, you can turn your dog into the thing he hates most in the world: a UPS driver!

Costume Safety Tips

Halloween costumes are generally considered to be safe for pets, but it’s important to monitor your pet’s comfort and keep them away from any hazardous materials.

Make sure that the costume is the right size and fits comfortably on your pet. Avoid costumes that might obstruct your dog’s senses or movement, which can cause anxiety and distress. Don’t put too much on their heads or feet. Make sure they can see and hear clearly.

Don’t use any paints or dye that might be toxic if consumed, and also avoid any small decorative parts of the costume — buttons, beads, sequins, etc. — that might become a choking hazard if your dog chews them off.

What Are Humans Dressing as in 2024?

While we’ve talked a lot about pet costumes, but you might still be deciding on a costume for yourself. With that in mind, here’s a quick overview on some of the most popular costumes (for humans) this year.

According to Google, the top trending costume is “Shrunken Head Bob,” who made a memorable return Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. The hit Tim Burton sequel was a huge inspiration for Halloween costumes this year, with many entries on the list.

Delores, Beetlejuice’s ex-wife played by Monica Belluci, comes in at #4, as many people apparently searched “fake staples” after the movie came out. Deelia and Lydia Deetz also make the list, though Beetlejuice himself is strangely absent.

Many people are also dressing up as the emotions from Inside Out 2, with Envy, Anger, Disgust, Anxiety and Joy all ranking in the top 25.

While the list is mostly pop culture-inspired, two real people made the list: infamous Olympics breakdancer Raygun comes in at #2 (many people apparently searched for “green and yellow track suit”) and pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter.

Are you dressing your dog up for Halloween? Did your pet’s costume make any of these lists of the most trendy choices?