What's in the Box

Headband with floppy ears (fabric-wrapped, one size fits most)
Matching bow tie with elastic loop
Curved tail with elastic waistband attachment
Dimensional nose piece with elastic strap

This Kids Dog Costume Accessory Set turns any outfit into a puppy character in under a minute — floppy ears on a flexible headband, a bow tie, a curved tail, and a dimensional nose piece. Available in four colorways: classic brown for golden retriever vibes, black-and-white dalmatian spots for firehouse dog energy, solid black for a lab or general pup, and bold red for a stylised cartoon dog.

The ears are oversized and plush-stuffed so they stand out in photos, and the headband flexes to fit both kids and adults comfortably. Tail hooks onto any waistband with an elastic loop — no safety pins, no sewing. Pair with matching-color clothing (brown top and pants for the brown variant, black-and-white for the dalmatian) and you're done.

Perfect For

Book Week & Literature Days: A natural pick for Hairy Maclary, Clifford the Big Red Dog (red variant), McDuff, or any chapter book about a loyal pup — plus it works for generic "storybook dog" without naming a specific character.

School Animal Dress-Up Days: Teachers love this for animal-themed parades, 100 Days of School (dress as your favorite pet), and kindy nativity plays where kids need to be barnyard animals in a hurry.

Birthday Parties & Casual Play: Quick-change friendly for puppy-themed birthday parties, Halloween trick-or-treating, or backyard dress-up sessions where kids want to be a dog for an hour then switch to something else.

How to Wear It

Pair with a matching-color top and bottoms — brown hoodie and brown leggings for the brown variant, black trackies and white tee for the dalmatian. Slip the nose elastic over the head so the foam piece sits on the bridge of the nose, pop the headband on, clip the tail to the waistband, and loop the bow tie around the neck. Takes under two minutes from regular clothes to full puppy mode.

Parent FAQs

What age range does this fit?

The headband is flexible plastic wrapped in fabric and fits most kids aged 3–12, plus adults — we've had mums wear it for teacher Book Week costumes. The nose elastic adjusts with a toggle if needed.

Can they wear this over regular school uniform?

Absolutely — that's the whole point. It's designed to go on top of whatever your kid's already wearing, so you don't need to buy a separate costume. Just make sure the base clothing color coordinates (brown uniform works with the brown variant, etc.).

How do I attach the tail? Will it stay on during recess?

The tail has an elastic loop that threads through a belt loop or clips around the waistband of pants or a skirt. Stays secure through normal play — we've tested it with kids running laps at assembly and it doesn't slip off.

Is this suitable for a school production where multiple kids need to be dogs?

Yes — drama teachers often buy a class set of these because they're fast to put on, don't require sewing or makeup, and kids can take them off between scenes. The bow tie is a nice touch for a "dressed-up dog" character in a play.

Care: Spot-clean fabric pieces with a damp cloth; avoid machine washing the headband (the wire in the ears can bend).

Kids Dog Costume Accessory Set - Puppy Ears Headband Tail Bow Tie & Nose