25 Dogs In Halloween Costumes That Just Might Make Your Whole Entire Day

Celina De Jesus
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Hear ye, here ye. This past Saturday, Oct. 19, hundreds of dogs showed-off their best costumes for 34th annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade, and for each dog I shed a happy tear. While I was able to attend in person, I also got the chance to take lots of photos we'll get into below.

a woman with her dog dressed as a character from beetlejuice
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Without further ado, here are only some of the prettiest pups:

A small dog dressed as Snow White sits in a pop-culture-themed cart during a halloween dog parade
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1.This paw-fect princess.

Dog in a stroller adorned with pink drapery, butterflies, and flowers, wearing a crown and spotted outfit, surrounded by people on a street
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2.Superman, who appeared to be a tad bit tired.

Small dog in a superman costume being held by a person wearing a spotted fur-patterned outfit
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3.Deliciously cute wings, from Wingstop.

Dog in a green box with fabric at a crowded event outdoors
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4.This shark dressed as a dachshund.

Dog in a shark costume on a leash, walking on a paved path
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5.While I'm not sure who she is I can guarantee you she's perfect.

Small dog in a colorful dress and bow, looking at the camera while standing on a paved path
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6.The sweetest sundae.

Dachshund dressed in a plush dessert costume, resembling a banana split, with human feet in jeans and sneakers nearby
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7.Never seen a cow so cute, but he here is.

Dog wearing Dalmatian costume, standing outside on a leash, looking happy with mouth open
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8.This adorable looking Sheriff, aka, Woody from Toy Story.

A small dog, dressed in a costume resembling a cowboy with checkered details, is held by a person wearing a reflective vest
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9.I know they are a hot dog, but all I see is a cute dog.

Dachshund dressed in a hot dog costume, being held by a person
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10.The smallest and fluffiest chicken.

A dog wearing a chicken costume is held by a person smiling in the background
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11.This pensive lion, thats definitely plotting something...

A small dog in a lion costume is held by a person
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12.I'd take the MTA everyday, if this was the conductor.

Dog in sailor costume, wearing a cap, held by person with a pizza-slice necklace at an outdoor event
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13.This pumpkin that looks more like a loaf of bread if you ask me.

Corgi in a pumpkin costume at a street event, looking up
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14.The prettiest sunflower.

Dog wearing sunflower pet costume on a leash, standing on a sidewalk
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15.A dinosaur I'd love to cuddle with.

Dog in dinosaur costume with green spikes looks up while on a leash
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16.Pure royalty.

A small dog dressed in a royal outfit with a decorative crown, participating in a parade
A small dog dressed in a royal outfit with a decorative crown, participating in a parade
Dog wearing a jeweled crown and regal outfit on a blanket, in a bustling outdoor setting
Dog wearing a jeweled crown and regal outfit on a blanket, in a bustling outdoor setting

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17.This festive family of candy corn.

Man and woman in Halloween costumes with dog in matching outfit; the man wears a skeleton suit with an orange top hat, the woman a witch hat
Man and woman in Halloween costumes with dog in matching outfit; the man wears a skeleton suit with an orange top hat, the woman a witch hat
Dog in festive Halloween costume held by person in skeleton outfit amidst crowd
Dog in festive Halloween costume held by person in skeleton outfit amidst crowd

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18.The yee to my haw, dressed in pink.

A person in casual attire wearing a cowboy hat holds a small dog also in a hat and bandana at an outdoor event
A person in casual attire wearing a cowboy hat holds a small dog also in a hat and bandana at an outdoor event
A small dog wearing a pink hat, sunglasses, and a pink bandana is being held by a person with tattoos
A small dog wearing a pink hat, sunglasses, and a pink bandana is being held by a person with tattoos

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19.The sweetest min-pin dressed as Cinderella. Could they be anymore adorable.

A woman in a Cinderella-style gown and gloves sits with a small dog wearing a matching outfit
A woman in a Cinderella-style gown and gloves sits with a small dog wearing a matching outfit
A small dog in a blue dress sits on a person wearing a matching blue gown with long gloves, resembling a fairy tale character
A small dog in a blue dress sits on a person wearing a matching blue gown with long gloves, resembling a fairy tale character

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20.This cow who could have fooled me for a dog.

Dog wearing a cow costume with blue eyes looking at the camera on a city street
Dog wearing a cow costume with blue eyes looking at the camera on a city street
Dog wearing a cow costume on a sidewalk, held by a person in bright, casual clothing. Other pedestrians visible in the background
Dog wearing a cow costume on a sidewalk, held by a person in bright, casual clothing. Other pedestrians visible in the background

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21.This distinguished gentlemen dressed in a hawaiian t-shirt.

Dog sitting on sidewalk wearing a tropical print shirt, looking at the camera
Dog sitting on sidewalk wearing a tropical print shirt, looking at the camera
A dog wearing a floral shirt, sitting and attentively looking off-camera
A dog wearing a floral shirt, sitting and attentively looking off-camera

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22.A Beanie Baby who is oh-so lovely.

Cute dog peeking out of a tote bag
Cute dog peeking out of a tote bag
Dog in a bag with a large Beanie Babies tag hanging on the side
Dog in a bag with a large Beanie Babies tag hanging on the side

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23.This hot dog, that has some ketching up to do.

A small dog wears a hot dog costume with lettuce, mustard, and ketchup details, walking on a leash held by an unseen person in sneakers
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24.BMO from Adventure Time, so small and poised.

Chihuahua wearing a decorated sweater on a leash, standing on a sidewalk
Chihuahua wearing a decorated sweater on a leash, standing on a sidewalk
A small dog on a leash wears a cartoon-themed sweater while standing on a sidewalk
A small dog on a leash wears a cartoon-themed sweater while standing on a sidewalk

25.And lastly, this snail who was adored by many.

A dog wearing a blue shell outfit, black-and-white striped shirt, and red beret at an outdoor event
A dog wearing a blue shell outfit, black-and-white striped shirt, and red beret at an outdoor event
Dogs in creative costumes, including a snail shell and red hat, ride in a red wagon while people gather around
Dogs in creative costumes, including a snail shell and red hat, ride in a red wagon while people gather around

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In my eyes, they are all a winner, but now I want to know which costume was your favorite? Let us know in the comments below!

Dog holding a pumpkin bucket, wearing a bat costume, walking on a dark background

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