Here's Where to Find Halloween Pet Fun in Billings This Year

Does your pet love to dress up?

Since none of my dogs have learned how to talk, I’m not 100% sure they love getting into costume. Does that stop us from dressing them up in ridiculous outfits for Halloween? Absolutely not. My chocolate lab gives me a “what in the hell?” look, but he tolerates dog outfits reasonably well. Our three smaller breed dogs do fairly well with goofy dog outfits as well. As long as they don’t have to wear hats. Dogs hate hats.

All Dressed Up. Here’s where to go.

You’ve spent time and money putting your perfect pet costume together, so you might as well show them off and get pictures of your furry friend enjoying some Halloween fun. Billings offers some great options for pet-friendly photos and events. Here are three of the most popular.

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21st annual Pet-O-Ween at Shipton’s 10/29

This pet costume contest is huge, with dozens of dogs and other pets competing for prizes and fame at Shipton’s West End store. Registration begins at 11 am and the show starts at noon. Guests can enjoy free hot dogs and root beer and get some free goodies and sample products for their pets. Find out more HERE.

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Howl-O-Ween Photos for a Cause 10/29

Accomplished Billings photographer Miranda Murdock will be taking professional Halloween pet photos at her downtown studio again this year, and proceeds benefit the Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter. Get a digital photo for just $25. Spots fill fast (book between 11 am and 2 pm) so don’t wait to make a reservation. Find more info HERE.

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Dee-O-Gee Photo Contest 10/23

The West End pet store always has fun stuff going on for our four-legged friends. On Sunday from 12 pm to 3 pm you can stop by and get a free pet photo and enter the contest for Dee-O-Gee gift cards and more. Find out more info HERE.

Did we miss any fun Halloween pet events? Shoot me an email! Michael.Foth@TownsquareMedia.com and we'll add them to this story.

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