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Throw a great dog Halloween Party!

JohannTheDog by JohannTheDog
Last updated: 02/16/2012

Halloween has gone to the dogs!

Last year on Halloween we went to an agility trial and big pawty. It was a blast! As you can see I dressed up as a 'little prisoner', 'cause I'm a bad, bad boy. BOL!

Halloween is a great time to throw a dog party and we've got just the right ingredients. From lots of dog Halloween costumes and party games, to treats, toys, presents, and goodie bags - you can have a fun and safe pup party to celebrate Halloween!

Here we bring you all you'll need to plan a great Halloween pawty. So put your paws back and have a look around. We know you'll find everything for a pawsome pawty.

And if you don't find what you're looking fur here, we bet you'll find it in our Halloween section at JohannTheDog.com!


Pet Costumes

The hottest dog costumes of 2011!

  • It's Shark Week!
    Your beloved pet will look ready to take to the sea in the Hammerhead Shark Pet Costume which includes: A hammerhead shaped headpiece and a bodysuit with attached fins and tail.


  • Top Paw%u2122 Chicken Costume
    Your dog's no chicken, at least not the kind that runs scared from a fowlin',or howlin'good time! Hatch some fun with your dog in this chicken costume. A PetSmart exclusive.


  • Mailman Dog Rider Pet Costume
    Your canine can finally catch the mailman! If your pup's got a love for all men in blue suits carrying a mailbag, then give him this costume and he'll think he's won the chase! The Mailman Dog Rider includes a black dog harness with a blue mailman figurine sitting atop a saddle that rests on the dog's back. Available in One Size Fits Most Dogs. Includes: Dog Harness


  • Dog Riders Headless Horseman Costume
    Ride as fast as you can! Here comes The Headless Horseman! He is the most feared rider in all the land. When he stops distruction is sure to be his plan. Available in One-Size Fits Most Medium size dogs.


  • Zelda - Pirate Pet Costume
    Man's best matey! "We wants us some biscuits, and we wants 'em now!" Says he. And generally, this pirate gets what he wants! Put your pup at the helm in this costume, which includes a captain's hat, a shirt with ragged sleeves, striped pants and a false arm/hook sleeve. He's determined to get his booty!
  • Stegosaurus Pet Costume
    He'd be the hit of Jurrassic bark ! Your playful pup will look like a roarin' reptile in the Stegosaurus Pet Costume which includes: A headpiece with yellow eyes and a padded bodysuit with attached tail and plates.


  • Pumpkin Dog Costume
    Sweet as pie! The Pumpkin Dog Costume includes an orange top and a character headpiece. Fresh from the patch and ready to carve out a special place in your heart! Ruffle some fur this Halloween, and dress to impress!


  • Zelda - Devil Pet Costume
    Moo-hoo-ah-ahh-bow-wow-ow! This is one cute little devil! This costume includes a hot pop-up collar, a flowing cape and a cap with black horns; all in a bright firey-red!


  • Dog Riders Cowboy Costume
    Yippee-cay-ay-yay, git along little doggie! Ride 'em, cowboy! This doggie is now a buckin' bronco! Yee-haw! Available in One Size fits most Medium sized dogs.


  • Zelda - Prisoner Pet Costume
    "I fought the law and the law won!" That's what you get for being a baaaddd dawg! This poor pooch is breakin' rocks and doing time, so his costume includes the traditional black and white striped shirt, pants, hat and lucky for him--a stuffed ball and chain!

  • Zelda - Bumblebee Pet Costume
    A bee that barks? Yes, this bee barks, and does not fly or sting! In fact, this is about the cutest and cuddliest bee, ever! This all polyester flexible and comfy costume includes a bee-striped shirt, a hood with gold-toned antannae topped with black pom-poms and adorable mesh wings detailed with gold sparkle sequins. Your pooch will be buzzing with joy!
  • Raptor Pet Costume
    He'll look like he stepped right out of the Jurassic period in the Raptor Pet Costume which includes: A lizard printed headpiece featuring yellow eyes and fabric teeth details and a matching bodysuit with attached plush arms and tail.

  • Jockey Dog Rider Pet Costume
    Now your pup will be ready for the Kentucky Dog Derby! Give your dog a reason to race with this miniature dog rider set! The Jockey Dog Rider includes a black harness with a jockey saddle and miniature red jockey figurine that sits on the dog's back. Available in One Size Fits Most Dogs. Approximate Measurements: Neck strap 20-26", Around stomach 20-28".Includes: Dog Harness

  • Monkey Dog Rider Pet Costume
    A riding friend for your canine pal! Your dog will love running around with this monkey character on his back! A funny idea for your furry friend, the Monkey Dog Rider includes a black harness with a toy monkey figurine attached to a blue star saddle that sits on the dog's back.

  • Butterfly Pet Costume
    Watch your pup fly around the yard this Halloween! Your cat or dog will look as cute as a Monarch in the Butterfly Pet Costume which includes: A polka dotted headpiece with antennae and printed foam butterfly wings which strap around the front legs.


  • Stegosaurus Pet Costume
    He'd be the hit of Jurrassic bark ! Your playful pup will look like a roarin' reptile in the Stegosaurus Pet Costume which includes: A headpiece with yellow eyes and a padded bodysuit with attached tail and plates. (Bodysuit connects around the stomach)


  • Animal Planet Raptor Pet Costume
    A cool dinosaur costume for your playful pup. He'll look like he stepped right out of the Jurassic period in the Raptor Pet Costume.


  • A quick note: The closer it gets to Halloween, the most chance that some costumes may be out of stock. Just giving you a paws up!


  • Halloween Costumes

A great planning guide!

If you need a little help in planning the ultimate pup Halloween party, here's a great book to help you! Get it here!

And you can click here to download a party planning checklist!

Countdown to Halloween

Halloween: October 31, 2012

Make your pup a Super Hero!

  • Superman Pet Costume

    Now man's best friend can leap tall buildings in a single bound! Faster than a speeding bullet, your dog could be the hit of any costume party in this great Superman suit!!! This is an officially licensed SUPERMAN product.


  • Batman Pet Costume

    Your pup can be a superhero with this adorable Batman pet costume! Contains: Chest Piece, Cape, Head Piece and Belt.


  • Wonder Woman Deluxe Pet Costume

    Now your wonder dog can be Wonder Woman! This deluxe superhero character costume for your pet includes a Wonder Woman%u2122 jumpsuit with attached arms, a belt with attached red cape, and yellow headpiece with red star. If you've got more than one pet, we've got more than one superhero costume.

  • Spiderman Comic Pet Costume

    Even your pet can be the Amazing Spiderman! This is an officially licensed SPIDER-MAN costume.


  • Superman Deluxe Pet Costume

    It's a bird... it's a plane... it's your dog as Superman! Able to jump small fire hydrants in a single bound. This super doggie deluxe costume includes a red & blue jumpsuit with attached arms, and a red cape with belt.


  • Batman Deluxe Pet Costume

    It's the K-9 caped crusader! Perfect for your dog's secret identity! Deluxe superhero costume includes jumpsuit with attached arms, cape with belt and headpiece. If you're little buddy, has a little buddy, pick up our Robin costume too!


  • Pet Costumes

Pups on Howl-o-ween!

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Location, location, location!

Well that's what they say! Location is everything. And that's true for pup parties.

There are many places you can hold your party. From your own backyard, to local parks (check with your Parks Department), area dog parks, doggie day camps, and dog sports and obedience training centers -- just to name a few.

Ask your pup pals to help you can find just the right place for your next party. Be sure and reserve your location at least 3 weeks in advance!

Underdog chooses his secret identity!

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Three weeks before the big day....

  • Plan guest list and set time and date
  • Reserve location and send invitations
  • Plan menus for both pups and people
  • Order supplies, decorations, treats, costumes, goodie bags items, activity equipment and prizes
  • Plan games and activities

Pups having fun on Halloween!

A Boston Terrier Halloween by Don Hankins
"I'll bet living in a nudist colony takes all the fun out of Halloween" - Project 366 2008 - October 13, 2008 ~ EXPLORE by turtlemom4bacon
Red Head Dog by akaporn
Ninja Dog by jennmae
happy Halloween~ tiger man by Welcome to my B&B
Clown Dog by akaporn
Too Cute for You I Am, Hrmmm! by Colure
Dog Parade 2005 (30) by showbizsuperstar
take this off! by mccun934
Devil Dog! by Derek Purdy
Trick or Treat by Don Hankins
Luna in denial, ringing out the old Year of the Dog and in the New Year of the White Tiger 2010 by Beverly & Pack
curated content from Flickr

Week before the big day....

  • Confirm guests and location
  • Shop and begin preparing food
  • Put together goodie bags
  • Compile game/activity descriptions and rules

Halloween safety tips!

Halloween can be a scary time for us pups. Please be safe, and check out these Halloween Safety Tips for Pet Owners!

More fun duds!

  • Frog Prince Dog Costume

    You're going to lick a lot of pups before you find your prince! The Frog Prince Dog Costume includes a character hooded top with an attached collar, crown, and cape. If you treat your pooch like royalty, there is no doubt he will love this majestic ensemble! Ruffle some fur this Halloween, and dress to impress!
  • Pirate Dog

    Ahoy Matey! This pirate likes to bury his treasure!


  • Skull Bandana

    This pup is bad to the bone! The Skull Bandana is red and decorated with the classic skull and crossbones insignia. Whether he's sailing the high seas or born to be wild on the back of a motorcycle, this festive design is comfortable and easy to wear.

  • Pumpkin Patch Pooch

    A classic Halloween pumpkin costume made for your pet!


  • Daisy Bee Pet Costume

    Let her bee herself! The Daisy Bee Pet costume includes a black and yellow striped dress with sunflower applique and black wings. Your cute canine will be the latest buzz around town in this costume!

On the big day!

  • Designate a separate poo, food and activity area
  • Put out plenty of water for the pups
  • Have poo bags and trash can on hand
  • Make sure leashes and quiet time areas are available for 4-leggers to keep the peace
  • Decorate, put out food, set out prizes and goodie bags
  • Have fun!

 

All kinds of great Halloween decor!

Check it out!

Looking for some great deals on Halloween decorations? Here's the place where you can find balloons, streamers, window decals, wall decor, and loads more!


Birthday Party Supplies

A party isn't a party without great dog games!

There are all kinds of games you can play at your pup's party. We've just listed a few, but many games can be modified just for your celebration!

Hot Dog Dunk - For each dog, take a hot dog (preferably all natural) and cut into 10 slices. Throw them in a kiddie pool and see how long it takes the dog to eat them. Fastest dog wins!

Water Relay - At the start line (with dog on leash) the dog parent fills a small cup, races with the dog to the finish line to fill a larger cup. Continue until the big cup is full.

Dog Painting - This is one of my favorites! I did a dog painting at my Gotcha Day party. Mix together corn starch, flour, water and food coloring (safe for dogs) to desired consistency and color. Put paint on dog's paws with a sponge, put them on paper and let them go at it!

Snoopy Says - Guests form a line with their dog and play a variation of the game Simon Says with their dogs. You give commands like sit, Simon says sit, Simon says down your dog, etc. -- last dog 'standing' wins!

Agility! - Yep, it's my favorite thing in the entire world! You can get inexpensive agility equipment at JohannTheDog.com; or make your own. Set up a small agility course and have the dogs and 'handlers' take turns!

Musical Mats - With a radio or cd player, place one less number of mats around the floor as dogs participating.
The music starts, then is stopped. All dogs go to their mat and lie down. The dog without a mat is out. Then take away another mat, and repeat until their is only one dog remaining!

Frisbee - see which team (human and pup) can throw and catch the furthest!

Simon Says - With humans and their dogs. Humans form a circle with their dogs while someone gives the Simon commands. The humans walk around in a circle when the command is given. The last team to do the trick, is out! Last dog in, wins!

Groovy, fun, scary and goofy!

  • Hippie Pet Costume

    Incense and flowers have the power to induce psychedelic doggy dreams! This Halloween, watch your far-out pup shake his groove thang at the local dog park. The Hippie Pet Costume includes a colorful printed jumpsuit with attached arms. Afro headpiece is also included to authenticate his swingin' style.

  • Dracula

    I want to suck your blood! Comes complete with cape and medallion.


  • Star Wars Darth Vader Pet Costume

    Does your pet have a bit of the dark side in him? This fun officially licensed STAR WARS pet costume includes a Darth Vader- character headpiece/helmet and a jumpsuit with attached arms, cape with belt. Available in Pet sizes: Small, Medium, Large and X-Large. Check out the rest of our STAR WARS pet costumes!

  • Star Wars Pet Costume

    Is he the wise Jedi master, or your favorite pooch? How about both? This fun officially licensed STAR WARS pet costume includes a Yoda character headpiece with ears and a jumpsuit with attached arms. Available in Pet sizes: Small, Medium, Large and X-Large. Check out the rest of our STAR WARS pet costumes!

  • Prisoner Dog Pet Costume

    Let the punishment fit the crime. Now when 'Fido' misbehaves everyone will know. The black and white convict stripes make this costume a howl


To us dogs (and some humans) food is just about everything!

A party just isn't a party without good food. We'll let you take care of the people food, but we can sure help with the pup pastries, fur food and canine candies!

From amazing treats to pawsome cookies - you can find it all at JohannTheDog.com.

Or make your own! Visit my Johann's favorite homemade dog treats Squidoo lens for some great recipes! Or try one of these on for size!

Pawsitively Gourmet Wheat-Free Halloween Dog Cookies 6" Howl-O-Ween Bone in Gift Box Case 6


Pawsitively Gourmet Wheat-Free Halloween Dog Cookies Scaredy Cat

Be sure and visit my website!

Be sure and visit my website - JohannTheDog.com - where you can shop for cool stuff for cool dogs!

We've put together, in one place, all the cool stuff you need for your dog!

Find dog beds, all natural foods and treats, collars, leashes, charms, training and agility gear, vitamins and supplements, books, clothing, toys and more!

And the best part is we donate 10% of our profits to dog rescues and shelters!

Great Halloween toys!

  • Multipet Talking Halloween Devil, Witch or Cat Plush Dog

    Halloween Devil, Witch or Cat Plush Dog Toy is sure to be a treat this Halloween because it will do a trick for your pooch! This dog toy has a sound module hidden inside! The witch cackles, the cat meows and the devil speaks when your dog bites down on this dog toy. It will surprise and delight your dog as well as anyone nearby! This dog toy will conjure up all kinds of fun for your furry friend. No matter WITCH plush toy is selected for you, this Halloween dog toy is frightfully cute.

  • Halloween Giant Squeaker Spider Dog Toy,

    Your dog will love the way this spider's legs wiggle about when he plays. Your dog will be mesmerized by the whopping ten squeakers we included. The spider's large body has two squeakers while each dangling leg has a squeaker.

  • A Cheerful Pet Halloween Pet Toys Black Cat Head

    Your pet will enjoy this plush & special Halloween themed toy. A fashionable design for your pet or as a decoration for your home.

  • West Paw Design Halloween Dog Toys Spooky

    Spook & Berber Bat feature thick fabric, a robust squeaker and recycled fiber fill that make this unique handcrafted dog toy a perfect treat.

  • A Cheerful Pet Halloween Pet Toys Jack-O-Lantern

    Your pet will enjoy this plush & special Halloween themed toy. A fashionable design for your pet or as a decoration for your home.

  • West Paw Design Halloween Dog Toys Berber Bat

    Spook & Berber Bat feature thick fabric, a robust squeaker and recycled fiber fill that make this unique handcrafted dog toy a perfect treat.

  • Halloween Buzzard Plush Dog Toy with Rope, 5"

    Halloween Buzzard Plush Dog Toy with Rope is sure to be a treat this Halloween. This dog toy has a squeaker hidden inside for entertainment. The body crinkles for added excitement. The piercing eyes, long beak and super floppy neck make this dog toy fun to throw and fun for your dog to chase. The rope legs make this frightfully cute dog toy great for toss and fetch or tugging games.

  • Halloween Floppy Legs Spider Plush Dog Toy

    Halloween Floppy Legs Spider Plush Dog Toy is sure to create a web of fun and games this Halloween. Eight super soft, flip floppy legs to entice your furry friend. The squeaker hidden inside is sure to surprise and delight your pooch. This dog toy will make a great treat this Halloween. The swirly, hypnotic bug eyes on this bug add character and make this one spider you don't want to step on. This frightfully cute dog toy is great for toss and fetch games!

  • Martha Stewart Pets Halloween Dog Chew Toy

    Stuffed bone is made of nylon weave material and boasts mini Halloween print that glows in the dark so your dog will always be able to find his toy. Perfect for throwing games like fetch and interactive games that keep you and your dog in shape and strengthen your bond.

  • Multipet Halloween Buzzard Buddy Plush Dog Toy

    Multipet Halloween Buzzard Buddy Plush Dog Toy is sure to be a treat this Halloween. This dog toy has a squeaker hidden inside for added entertainment. The soft wings and canvas style body give your pet the multi-texture experience they love during playtime. The silly eyes, long beak and super floppy neck make this dog toy fun to throw and fun for your dog to chase. This frightfully cute dog toy is great for toss and fetch games.

Goodie bags are all about goodies!

You can put together great goodie bags for all your 2 and 4 legged guests; and they will love you for it!

Add in some doggie treats, a doggie banadana, a training clicker, tennis ball or small toy - and you have the ingredients for a terrific goodie bag. See a bunch of items perfect for your goodie bags at JohannTheDog.com

Try paw and bone shaped post-its, dog bone cookie cutter, paw print stickers, and other cool stuff for your 2-leggers. They will be impressed!

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