Make Your Cat Photo Ready With Funny Cat Costumes!

Are you toying with the idea of getting a costume for the cat? Go on, there’s no need to wait for Halloween. Mind you, Halloween is just around the corner.

Although these funny cat costumes may look intricate, a closer look will show that they are usually fastened with Velcro and are easy to put on and take off.

Depending on the mood of your cat, a cat costume may or may not be easy to put on and take off but at least Velcro gives you a fighting chance. This makes them a perfect photo opportunity. 

Some cats will tolerate costume wearing better than others. Some cats will tolerate no costume at all and other only for a very short time.

Here is some information from Pet MD about pets wearing costumes. Remember short and sweet is the way to go.

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Get a coffee, maybe in a black cat coffee mug and enjoy looking at these funny cat costumes.

If you think your cat won’t be impressed with the whole costume idea, a good solution would be to meet him halfway.

C’mon kitty. Try something simple instead.

or something like this

The bow tie is secured with a hook and loop fastener, so it can be removed altogether if preferred. It is also a breakaway collar.

For those of you lucky enough to have an obedient kitty (ha ha), you will know if your cat will take kindly to being dressed in a funny cat costume, even if it is just for a short time.

Halloween Headgear For Cats

Witch/Wizard Headgear For Cats

The purple and black in this two piece outfit create instant Halloween vibes.

Your kitty would look pretty gorgeous in this outfit, even if it only stays on for 30 seconds.

Have the camera ready.

This color combo would look great on any kitty.

The witch/wizard costume is made from satin and other fabric. The hat has an adjustable toggle under the chin. The hat is approximately 4.7 x 6.3 inches.

Cat Bunny Hat

This cute little bunny hat is adjustable for different sizes. Note: This hat does cover the ears.

Monitor how your cat reacts to having the ears covered. I think we can all agree that a little bit of fun for a short time is okay but not if it causes any distress.

The bunny ears are made from a plush fabric , so super soft. One size fits all kitties. The head circumference of the bunny hat for cats is adjustable.

Unicorn Headgear

This product is lightweight, a plus factor. Note: If your cat is a breed with a narrow face it may not ft well.

This cat headwear costume has holes or spaces for the ears of the cat, unlike the bunny hat shown above.

Halloween Bandana for cats and Dogs

A bandana is a great choice for simplicity for you and the cat.  It is easy to put on and take off.

This is a 6 pack of cat, or little bitty doggy, bandanas – Red, Pink, Yellow, Aqua, Royal, Black

Lion’s Mane Headgear For Cats

A lion’s mane is obviously going to be flattering for kitty.

They do come in different colors so even if you have a white cat there is a lion’s mane to suit your kitty.

After all we need to have a color coordinated lion’s mane.

A mane is going to be easy on and easy off. Even the most placid kitty is not going to like too much shenanigans, so the quicker it can go on and off the better.

Don’t be surprised if kitty starts roaring.

Cat Lion Mane Costume

The lion mane costume for cats is available in small and large sizes. The lions mane is a pull over costume, with a full bushy mane and plush ears. It is made from a lightweight fabric.

Pet Krewe Lion Mane Costume

Isn’t this just the perfect lions mane costume for cats. It is designed to fit neck circumference of 8 to 14 inches. Do you know the neck circumference of your cat? Have to confess, I didn’t!

Hand wash The costume with cold water and allow it to line dry

Lion Mane Wig Cat Costume

This lion’s mane fits a neck circumference of 10 to 11 inches (26 to 30 cm).

The fabric is faux fur and polyester. The color will be a little different at different times of the day, like a real lion’s mane.

Festive Season Costumes For Your Cat

Christmas Elf Costume

This is a front walking costume? What does that mean exactly? It means that there is no costume to try and fit onto the cat, that would be a nightmare.

This costume fastens around the neck and front legs.

The arms that you can see in the picture, pointing out to the sides are not fitted to the cat at all. This costume is available in different sizes.

Cat Santa Hat With Scarf

Bandanas

The good thing about a bandana is that it doesn’t get in the way of the cat’s collar.  It is also easy to tie and remove.

Bandana on, bandana off!

There are 129 bandanas to look at here. There are bandanas for all sorts of celebrations! Got a party coming up? What I love about these bandanas is that they are unique, so many clever designs. Nothing like a good bandana browse to brighten your day!

Bat Wings, Vampire Capes & More Creepy Stuff

From the cat’s point of view, it is probably a good thing that he doesn’t know a bat from a vampire otherwise he may have a few words to say about dressing up.

This is a collection of bat and vampire gear for kitty

Feeke Cat Halloween Costume – Black Cat Bat Wings

One size fits most cats – Chest 14 to 17 in, neck 9 to 14 in. The costume fastens easily at the neck and chest and the Velcro design makes it adjustable.

The wings are lightweight black felt, so should make it through several Halloween celebrations.

Comments indicate that it is more suited to cats that are not heavy around the chest area.

Cat Bat Wings

This is a Halloween pet bat wing. The bat wings are made from black felt. The texture is light and has no restricting elements for the cat.

Got your costume yet? Can’t beat a Cat Onesie. Don’t tell anyone that you plan to wear it all winter!

More Of The Best Cat Halloween Costumes For Cats

Dinosaur Roar Pet Costume from petco

There are two wide straps to fasten the costume to the body. One fits under the neck and the other strap fits under the tummy or chest area.

The closure is hook and loop so it will be easy to put on the cat and take off.

Funny and clever cat quotes. Have a laugh and an ah ha moment or two when you read these quotes.

Bolbove Pumpkin Costume For Cats

The fabric of this pumpkin costume is polyester, fastened with adhesive hook and loop.

There are spaces for the cat’s ears at the side of the hat.

The hat is a separate item to the pumpkin cape.

The leaves around the neck area are part of the cape not the hat.

The cat could wear one or the other if desired.

Lanyar Hooded Cloak Witch/Wizard Costume For Cats

This is a super little costume transforming your cat into a witch or a wizard in seconds.  It is a plush material so not irritating for the cat.

The package includes one hat and one cloak. The hat has a drawstring so that the size can be altered to suit.  It comes in two different sizes.

Small/medium: Measurements: back length 13″, neck girth 11-14″, chest girth 18- 20″. Medium Size: Measurements: back length 16″, neck girth 16-20″, chest girth 24- 28″

It is recommended that this costume be hand washed. That should take all of about two minutes. However it is worth taking care of something you have paid for.

It is surprising how often you find a need for a costume or can lend one to someone else.

Doctor and Nurse Cat Costume

There is universal agreement that this is just the funniest costume.

Some people had an issue with the size.  There are different size options and quite specific measurements given so make sure you do a quick measure first.

If you have two cats, a doctor and a nurse would be a good option.  I was laughing while reading a review where someone had done just this.  They laughed for about two minutes before they could even take a photo.

Let’s face it we all need a good laugh at the moment.

Be quick to get a photo of kitty in a costume.  Have your phone ready. There’s more great kitty costumes here.

Prymal Comfort Trump Cat Costume

You need a sense of humour for this costume because it is just meant to be fun. It comes with the territory and you will have to allow your cat to be the boss when in costume.

To color coordinate it will looks its finest on a ginger cat or a cat with ginger markings.

The hairpiece fits with elastic under the chin.

The collar and tie are secured with Velcro so this is an easy on and off costume. The fit is for an average size cat or small dog but approximately 10 or 11 lbs is a size guide for a comfortable fit.

It is getting near that time of the year! Gifts for cat lovers are always a hit with office co workers.

Just A Few More Costumes

More Funny Cat Costumes

There are a lot more costumes on the Chewy site.  This is a small section of costumes that are particularly well suited to cats but there are many other choices.

Although you may see predominately dogs in the images, the description will also include cats. It’s really a bit of a stab in the dark, unless you have a particular theme in mind.

Whatever you do decide to go with, remember that your cat may not be too happy about keeping the costume on all night or even for a few minutes or seconds.  

To be on the safe side, be ready to get a photo while you can so speed and dexterity may be needed. Lights! Camera! Action! the minute the costume is on.