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Rubie's Costume Company Penny Wise Dog & Cat Costume

Rubie's Costume Company Penny Wise Dog & Cat Costume

By Rubie's Costume Company 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
5.6 /10
Quality
6.5
Value
5.0
Design
8.0
Function
7.0
Durability
5.0

In a Nutshell

  • Adorable design and good quality
  • Significant sizing issues, runs small
  • Wig sometimes does not match product photos
  • Overall fun and entertaining for pets and owners alike
  • Consider ordering a size larger for a better fit

Quick Verdict

The Pennywise costume is adorable and well-made but runs very small. Be sure to order a size larger than expected for proper fit.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 55%
Would Buy Again 50%
Avg Lifespan One-time use to multiple uses

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Cute Design (5)

    Many reviewers love the adorable and terrifyingly cute design of the costume.

  • Quality Construction (3)

    The costume is reported to be well-made with good quality materials.

Cons

  • Sizing Issues (8) major

    The costume runs very small, leading to fit problems for many pets.

    Tip: Order a size larger than expected

  • Wig Discrepancies (2) minor

    The wig included with the costume sometimes does not match the product photos.

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Pet owners looking for a fun Halloween costume — The costume is well-made and gets positive remarks for its design and quality.

Skip If

  • Owners of larger pets — The costume runs very small, so sizing may be an issue.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Fall season to multiple uses

Factors: washing frequency

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Hand wash if necessary
  • 💡 Order a size larger than expected
  • 💡 Pre-wash costumes

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.2
9 reviews
5★
44%
4★
11%
3★
0%
2★
11%
1★
33%
cute (4) good quality (3) small size (8) wig mismatch (2)

Common Questions

What size should I order for my pet?

Order a size larger than expected, particularly for smaller pets. Measure your pet accurately and compare with the size chart provided.

Highlighted Reviews

— Zeph 9 found helpful

"While yes, we purchased the XL for our stocky and short corgi/chihuahua mix, the costume itself probably could have fit a beagle puppy. However, this size fit perfectly for our dog and I think he looks terrifyingly cute."

— okay

"The package came in 3 days, which was pretty nice, but when it arrived the wig was not really close to the wig shown in the picture. The costume also ran pretty small, so maybe size up. Your cat might not like it, but my dog liked it!"

Bottom Line

If you're considering this costume, be prepared to size up and possibly deal with a wig that doesn't match the product photos. It's a fun costume but comes with sizing caveats.

5.6 /10
Below Average