Dog clothes for CNY
Counting down to CNY, nearly all of us would be scrambling to put together our OOTDs for chu yi. For those of us with a 4-legged furry family member, involving them in celebrations is part of the fun. This year, we can ‘level up’ the festivities by getting these Chinese New Year dog clothes for our puppers.
And don’t feel FOMO if your furry friend happens to be a feline, as most of these outfits can be worn by cats as well.
Note: Do ensure that you get the right size for your pets and that they feel comfortable wearing the clothes.
1. Lion dance costume
Image adapted from: Shopee
You know CNY’s around the corner when the dong-dong-qiang of lion dance drums and cymbals start following you wherever you go. Now you can have your very own mini ‘lion’ at home, although they’re probably less festive and just barking to their own tune.
Get your pets involved in the fun and dress them up in their very own colourful mini lion dance costume (From $14.68, U.P. $32.34) that’s sure to make your guests go aww.
Get the Lion dance costume from Shopee.
2. Cai Shen Ye
Image adapted from: @shletsmeet via Threads & Shopee
For extra huat this year, welcome the God of Fortune, Cai Shen Ye, into your homes – literally – by getting your pet to don this adorable ensemble (From $12.58, U.P. $21.79) complete with a mini gold ingot and an official’s hat.
Traditionally, the 5th day of CNY is celebrated as Cai Shen Ye’s birthday, so you might want to dress your pet up on that day for a little more luck.
Get the Cai Shen Ye outfit from Shopee.
3. Tang Suit
Image adapted from: Amazon
A classic Chinese costume worn most prominently during the Spring Festival, the Tang suit costume ($35.21) is breathable, fashionable and easy to wear.
Featuring intricate patterns that can rival regular-sized suits, this design is also fairly popular, so owners should be able to find similar traditional wear in order to let male pups twin with their hoomans for an extra festive family portrait.
Tang suit review: “My fur baby wore this for Chinese New Year, and it was a hit! Super cute, and comfortable for my fur baby. The outfit has no stretch, so if your pup usually fits a size snug, I would size up by one. Cute buy!” – Frances M. Quinones via Amazon
Get the Tang suit on Amazon.
4. Cheongsam
Image adapted from: Amazon
This canine cheongsam (From $36.02) is a traditional yet chic dog outfit to doll your pretty 4-legged companion in. Practical folks who don’t want to waste money buying something that will only be worn once will also like this because it can be worn for other occasions, from fancy family dinners to weddings.
Featuring oriental prints in both cobalt blue and auspicious red for you to choose from, this costume is elegant and practical, with a mini pouch attached, perfect for storing small treats.
Cheongsam review: “This is beautifully designed and was a perfect fit for my puppy! It complimented her colours so well! It’s durable and I love that it has buttons so it’s easier to put on a fiesty puppy! Great price for this as well.” – Stefanie Elder via Amazon
Get the Cheongsam from Amazon.
5. Emperor dog costume
Image adapted from: Shopee
If you’re a pet parent who treats your fur babies like royalty, getting this emperor costume (From $15.15) would be a no-brainer, especially one modelled after the wardrobe of the fictional Qianlong Emperor from the hit drama, Story of Yanxi Palace. If your pet acts like they’re the king or queen of your home anyway, this outfit is sure to make them look the part.
Do bear in mind that this costume is on the thicker side, so pets with longer coats may feel uncomfortable, especially in our hot weather.
Get the Chinese emperor costume on Shopee.
6. Mahjong costume
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Mahjong might as well be a competitive sport during CNY, and you’ll need all the prosperity you can get. This mahjong costume (From $5.58, U.P. $18.53) might not guarantee you a zi mo, but it comes in handy for beginners since it’s basically a cheat sheet of all the tiles you need to remember in the game.
The easy slip-on design of the kitschy dog clothes also ensures that your furry friend is comfortable and not weighed down by any headgear or extra decorative parts that come with some other costumes. Take note that this piece is lined with some fleece, so it’s more suited for the indoors.
Mahjong costume review: “Size is great for my dachshund. But cause of her short legs, sleeves maybe too long, good material for aircon, not for outdoors.” – amyingmin via Shopee
Get the mahjong outfit on Shopee.
7. Tang Sanzang from Journey to the West
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Fans of Journey to the West will find this one familiar. Tang Sanzang is a pious Buddhist monk whose disciple is the one and only Monkey King, Sun Wu Kong. With the novel being a literary classic and a hallmark of Chinese culture, this suit ($13.84, U.P. $23.98) is pretty apt for CNY season. Besides, just look how cute it is.
Get the Tang Sanzang costume on Shopee.
8. Red Envelope costume
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Besides the lifetime supply of CNY snacks your relatives have stocked at their house, you’re probably most excited for, but also dread giving, ang baos. This red envelope get-up ($14.16) turns your doggo into the gift that keeps on giving, charming relatives and becoming an instant crowd-pleaser, no ang bao required.
The simple cape also comes with a mini working red pouch, so your doggo can go bai nian with you and maybe get a few coins along the way. The set of dog clothes comes in yellow or red, perfect if you’re bringing them for more than 1 day of visitation.
Red envelope costume review: “Good quality and affordable price. I bought the smallest neck circumference and it’s still a little big, just sew a dark button and it will fit. For the red envelope bag, I also fixed the 2 sides slightly so it won’t shift.” – r*****1 via Shopee
Get the red envelope costume on Shopee.
9. White Rabbit sweet
Image credit: Shopee
If you’re a true-blue Singaporean, chances are you’ve enjoyed this addictive creamy milk candy as a kid. With a whole gamut of white rabbit items available now from bubble tea to ice cream, you won’t be surprised to find that they even come in the form of pet costumes and dog clothes.
This CNY, bring home sweet nostalgia by getting this costume ($8.27-$10.36) for your doggo, and it even comes with a little sling accessory made in the shape of everyone’s favourite snack.
Get the White Rabbit costume from Shopee.
10. Chinese opera singer
Image adapted from: Dress a Pet
The most dramatic fit of the lot, this hilarious Chinese opera dog costume ($199) by Dress a Pet would be perfect for all the furry companions who love to show off and perform their sing-… I mean, barking. As is customary with Chinese opera, this intricate outfit comes with extravagant headgear adorned with pompous feather features.
Do note that this is a special order item which will require 3 weeks waiting time, so those who like to celebrate the full 15 days of CNY can order this in time to end off the festivities with a bang.
Email Dress a Pet to pre-order.
Chinese New Year dog clothes & costumes
Shopping for new outfits with your family is a classic CNY tradition, so why not go all out with matching outfits for your furbaby this year?
Plus, dressing your pet in one of these funky dog clothes might be enough to distract your relatives from bombarding you with the same old questions about your job or love life. Your pet gets all the love and kisses instead, while you get a break from all the socialising. It’s a win-win.
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Cover image adapted from: @shletsmeet via Threads & Shopee
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Last updated by Tricia Teong on 2nd February 2026.