{"product_id":"dog-christmas-costume-elf-outfit-adjustable-chest-red-green","title":"Dog Christmas Costume | Elf Outfit with Adjustable Chest, S to 2XL, Red or Green","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003edog Christmas costume\u003c\/strong\u003e is a cotton elf outfit in red or green, with an adjustable chest and a saddle-style fit that goes on over the front legs in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy we picked it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost dogs will tolerate a Christmas outfit for about as long as it takes to get the photograph, and anything fiddly is finished before it starts. This is a \u003cstrong\u003esaddle design\u003c\/strong\u003e — it goes over the back and fastens round the chest, with only the front legs to thread. No back legs, no stepping into anything, no wrestling a reluctant dog into a sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat design has a second benefit people only appreciate after they have owned the other kind: the back end is completely open, so your dog can go to the toilet without you taking the costume off. A full-body outfit on a dog at a Christmas gathering means a trip to the back door and a rebuild every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chest is adjustable across a wide range on every size, which is what makes a costume actually fit a real dog rather than an average one. It is cotton, so it is soft against the skin and breathes in a warm room full of people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo honest things.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a \u003cstrong\u003ecostume, not a coat\u003c\/strong\u003e — the open back means it adds very little warmth and it is not for outdoors in the cold. And dogs vary enormously on dressing up: if yours freezes, tucks their tail or tries to back out of it, take it off and let them be. A photograph is not worth a dog that is miserable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddle design — front legs only, on in seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen back, so your dog can toilet without undressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable chest on every size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft breathable cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed or green, five sizes from S to 2XL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits chests from 36cm up to 94cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:20px 0;border:1px solid #E6DAC7;border-radius:14px;overflow:hidden;background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2A3A2A;padding:14px 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:12px;letter-spacing:0.12em;text-transform:uppercase;color:#D9B48C;\"\u003ePawbrio product guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:4px 0 0;font-size:18px;font-weight:600;color:#FAF6EF;\"\u003eSize chart — all measurements in cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;table-layout:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#F1E7D8;color:#2A3A2A;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px 12px;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px 12px;\"\u003eBack length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:10px 12px;\"\u003eChest, adjustable\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:700;color:#A6764C;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003eS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e26\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e36–48\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FAF6EF;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:700;color:#A6764C;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003eM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e47–60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:700;color:#A6764C;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003eL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e41\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e56–68\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FAF6EF;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:700;color:#A6764C;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003eXL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e49\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e64–80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FFFFFF;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;font-weight:700;color:#A6764C;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e2XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e59\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px;border-top:1px solid #EFE6D8;\"\u003e76–94\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:14px 18px;background:#FAF6EF;border-top:1px solid #E6DAC7;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#2A3A2A;\"\u003eHow to measure:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBack length\u003c\/strong\u003e from the base of the neck to the base of the tail, and \u003cstrong\u003echest\u003c\/strong\u003e around the widest part just behind the front legs. Because the chest adjusts over a wide range, \u003cstrong\u003esize on back length\u003c\/strong\u003e with this one — that is the measurement that cannot be let out. If the back length puts you between two sizes, go up.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCotton\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaddle, front legs only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed, green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS, M, L, XL, 2XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChest fastening\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBack coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen — costume, not a coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWashing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool hand wash, dry flat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x elf costume in your chosen size and colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSetting up\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the back length first and order on that. Put it on in stages rather than all at once with a dog that has never worn clothing — front legs in, treat, straight back off, and repeat. By the third go most dogs will stand while you fasten it. Adjust the chest so you can get two fingers underneath comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing it safely\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupervise while it is on and take it off between photographs rather than leaving it on all evening. Watch for overheating in a warm room full of people — heavy panting or moving away from company means it comes off. We would not put any costume on a flat-faced breed such as a pug or French bulldog in a heated room, as they already struggle to cool down. Check nothing rubs in the armpits, and if your dog chews at it, take it away before a piece gets swallowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash cool and dry flat, out of direct heat. Cotton will shrink in a hot machine wash, and a costume that has shrunk across the chest is finished. Pull it gently back into shape while damp. Store it folded flat with the decorations facing up so nothing gets crushed for eleven months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree tracked UK delivery on every Pawbrio order. Orders are processed in 1–3 working days and usually arrive within 4–9 working days. Unused items can be returned within 30 days. See our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Refunds\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pet-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow quickly does it go on?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pet-faq__answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeconds, once your dog is used to it. It is a saddle design, so only the front legs thread through and the chest fastens round — there is nothing to step into.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pet-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan my dog go to the toilet in it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pet-faq__answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The back is open, which is the main practical advantage over a full-body outfit — no undressing every time they go out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pet-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill it keep my dog warm?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pet-faq__answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, and it is not meant to. The open back means almost no insulation. For warmth indoors take a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/knitted-dog-jumper-winter-cable-knit-sweater-small-dogs\"\u003eknitted jumper\u003c\/a\u003e, and for wet walks a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dog-raincoat-lightweight-waterproof-polyester-jacket-gold\"\u003eraincoat\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pet-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich size do I order?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pet-faq__answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eGo by back length, not chest — the chest adjusts across a wide range but the back length is fixed. Between two sizes, go up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pet-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eMy dog hates being dressed up.\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pet-faq__answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThen do not push it. A dog that freezes, tucks their tail or backs away is telling you something clear, and no photo is worth ignoring that.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this product?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact the Pawbrio team\u003c\/a\u003e and we'll help you choose the right one.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pawbrio","offers":[{"title":"Green \/ 2XL","offer_id":55574315303249,"sku":"PB-DXELF-GRN-2XL","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ L","offer_id":55574315336017,"sku":"PB-DXELF-GRN-L","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ M","offer_id":55574315368785,"sku":"PB-DXELF-GRN-M","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ S","offer_id":55574315401553,"sku":"PB-DXELF-GRN-S","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green \/ XL","offer_id":55574315434321,"sku":"PB-DXELF-GRN-XL","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1092\/9831\/9697\/files\/green-elf-costume-studio.png?v=1793535572","url":"https:\/\/pawbrio.co.uk\/products\/dog-christmas-costume-elf-outfit-adjustable-chest-red-green","provider":"Pawbrio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}