Pet Hats & Wigs

  • Learn More About Pet Hats & Wigs

    Just like they sound, a pet hat and a pet wig are comically cute accessories for your at-home animals. Some wide-brimmed pet hats are fully functional in the sense that they shade your fur friend’s eyes from the sun, but most pet hats and pet wigs are designed to be fun, sassy additions to their pet clothing wardrobe.

    The sellers on Etsy have a wonderful selection of unique and custom pieces. Here are some of the most popular pet hats on Etsy:


    • Birthday hats: Mimicking the standard human version, a pet birthday hat features a conical design, often with a pom-pom at the tip.
    • Sun hats: Made to safeguard their eyes from harmful rays, a sun hat for dogs is both stylish and practical.
    • Beanies: A great choice for furry friends living in colder climates, knit pet beanies are typically made from cozy yarns or fuzzy fleece to help them stay warm.
    • Snoods: One part hood, one party scarf, a pet snood is the coziest option around for chilly days. Thinner versions are great for keeping floppy ears out of the way during mealtimes. Thicker options are often used to help alleviate anxiety by blocking out scary sounds like thunderstorms.
    • Holiday hats and wigs: From fluffy pet Santa hats to Halloween pet wigs, shops on Etsy create a variety of hats and wigs for every calendar occasion.

    Size is the key factor when determining what pet hat to buy. Some styles come with cutout ear holes, and they’ll need to be placed in the correct spot for the hat to sit comfortably. Measure your pet’s head circumference—from the top of the head, around the ears, under the chin, and back up the other side, as well as their forehead width. Some sellers on Etsy allow you to custom-size your pet hat, while others have a range of predetermined sizes you can choose from.

    The most important thing when working with animals is to keep things fun and go slowly. You’ll want the first introduction of your pet hat or wig to be really positive—treats are a must! Before putting the hat or wig on, allow your pet to look at it, sniff it, and inspect it. Give them lots of high-value rewards for doing so—praise, affection, and delicious goodies work wonders.


    From there, start placing the hat or wig on your pet for a second at a time while rewarding them. Take it off and reward them again. Repeat this process until your furbaby ignores the hat and focuses on treats instead.


    Slowly work your way up with longer intervals of the hat being on their head. They’ll associate the pet wig or pet hat with things they love, whether it’s snuggles from dad or a slice of cheese. Soon enough, they’ll start running over to you the moment they see their fashionable accessory to expect some rewards while looking fabulous.