#7 Do I Have To Dress Up?

That may be the question your dog or cat asks you every holiday but particularly on Halloween. Some of us just can't help dressing our pets in fun or funny outfits and showing them off in the neighborhood or just delighting in looking at them ourselves. Let's face it, costumes have come a long way and go a long way in adding to our enjoyment of Halloween...BUT...does your pet really like it? You can usually tell and oftentimes, the answer is NO!

A few tips on costumes for pets are similar to those for kids: absolutely don't use any fabric that is flammable. Also, make sure the costume is not so long that your pet trips over it.  Don't block their vision and take it off immediately if it seems it's the least bit uncomfortable for your pet.

Pets want to please us. To that end, they may stand still and let us doll them up. I encourage you to use common sense and make the experience fun for both of you.

You might want to look at my slide show for a few ideas. I'd love to see what you come up with! Happy Howl - a - ween!