Pet Costume

Rubie's Costume Company Minion Bob Dog Costume

Item: Rubie's Costume Company Minion Bob Dog Costume
Rating: 3.9
Author: Furdio

By Rubie's Costume 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence

6.8 /10

Quality

5.5

Value

6.5

Design

8.0

Function

5.0

Durability

6.0

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Quick Verdict

The Minion Bob Dog Costume is adorable but struggles with sizing and fit issues. Suitable for smaller dogs, though larger sizes may not fit well. Consider alterations for a perfect fit. Durability is fair, and the costume stays intact with velcro. Cleaning instructions are not explicitly mentioned. Creative and fun for photos, worth the purchase if you're willing to adjust the fit.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Cute Design (5)
The costume has a very appealing and adorable design, making pets look cute and festive.
Fun for Photos (3)
The costume is perfect for taking photos, especially for Halloween or themed events.
High-Quality Materials (3)
The costume is made of high-quality materials that stay in tact and adds to the overall aesthetics.

Cons

Sizing Issues (6) major
Many users reported that the sizing was off, especially for the bottom part and the headpiece.
Inconsistent Elasticity (3) major
The elastic around the headpiece was too short, causing discomfort and poor fit.
Need for Adjustments (4) minor
Many users had to alter the costume to make it fit properly, which adds extra effort and cost.

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

• Pet owners looking for fun and cute Halloween costumes — The costume is very appealing with aesthetic features geared to appeal clearly.
• Younger Children — Adorned by childish activity to fit into social behaviours.

✗ Skip If

• People who struggle with sizing or alterations — You might have to resize it to fit correctly onto the other person.
• Those needing a quick and easy solution — The elastic might require effort to fix.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 3 months to 12 months

Factors: Frequent washing, Heavy use, Pet chewing

Cleaning Methods

✗ Machine wash

✓ Hand wash

✓ Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

💡 Spot clean as needed
💡 Avoid machine washing

Rating Distribution

3.9

9 reviews

5★

33%

4★

33%

3★

22%

2★

0%

1★

11%

cute (4) adorable (3) high-quality (2) sizing issues (6) elastics (3) need adjustments (3)

Common Questions

What size should I order for my dog?

It's recommended to order a size up, or be prepared to make alterations, especially for larger dogs.

How durable is the costume?

Lifespan: 6 months to a year if properly washed. Heavy daily use without washes doesn’t have a strong effect on it.

Is this costume comfortable for dogs?

The costume can be a little uncomfortable due to sizing issues and the elastic

Highlighted Reviews

— Lindsey 14 found helpful

"My 14 lb. Chihuahua wore the small and it was a perfect fit!"

— Paulette

"I was very disappointed with this costume. I bought an XL for my 80 lb. lab. The hat is a "one size fits all" but unless you have a very small dog don't expect it to fit your dog. The ear "cut-out" where the dogs ears would normally go through to fit properly are literally on top of her head and the..."