Vets warn costumes are 'potentially harmful' for pets ahead of Halloween

Halloween: Pet owners warned against dressing up animals

The RSPCA says some dogs and cats may find the experience 'worrying and even scary'.

UK vets warn of dressing pets in Halloween costumes

British vets have warned against dressing up pets for Halloween, explaining the practice can cause serious harm

Pet owners warned not to dress pets in 'demeaning' Halloween costumes

Elaborate Halloween costumes could be putting pets at risk along with additional accessories which can impact the animal's movement, the British Veterinary Association has warned

Vets warn costumes are 'potentially harmful' for pets ahead of Halloween

The British Vet Association said costumes can prevent some pets from regulating their body temperature and breathing freely - particularly French bulldogs and pugs.

'Pets are not fashion accessories': Stark warning for pet owners ahead of Halloween

"Pets are not fashion accessories" the British Veterinary Association warns ahead of Halloween as part of a stark warning for pet owners.