What kind of dinosaur is Dino from The Flintstones?

Dino is a fictional, cartoonish 'Snorkasaurus' who behaves much like an energetic, loyal pet dog.

How do I make a DIY Dino headpiece?

You can use a purple baseball cap or hoodie. Glue large white felt circles with black pupils for the eyes, and attach three black pipe cleaners to the top for his signature hairs.

Is this costume comfortable for a party?

Yes, especially if you use a soft fleece jumpsuit or sweat suit as the base, making it warm and easy to move around in.

Flintstones dino dog costume

An actual dog can wear a purple dinosaur hoodie with a blue collar to play the real-life Dino.

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Dino Costume

Bring Bedrock's favorite purple pet dinosaur to life with this fun costume.

Dino is the lovable, energetic pet Snorkasaurus of Fred and Wilma Flintstone. Dressing up as Dino is a fantastic choice for cartoon lovers, 1960s animation fans, or anyone looking for a fun, nostalgic group theme. The look centers around a vibrant purple dinosaur body, a blue collar with a gold tag, and Dino's signature black spots.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~45 min
Budget: $30–80

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What you need for a Dino costume

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Purple bodysuit or jumpsuit
A full-body purple jumpsuit, unitard, or matching purple sweatpants and hoodie set.
DIY: Use a plain purple hoodie and matching purple sweatpants.
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Black felt sheets
Stiff black felt sheets cut into organic, rounded dinosaur spot shapes.
DIY: Cut spots out of an old black t-shirt or use a black fabric marker.
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Blue collar
A wide, bright blue strap or collar worn around the neck.
DIY: Cut a strip of blue felt or fabric and secure it with Velcro.
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Gold dog tag
A circular gold or yellow tag hanging from the blue collar.
DIY: Cut a circle out of yellow cardboard or craft foam and write 'Dino' on it.
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Dinosaur tail
A stuffed purple fabric tail attached to the back of the jumpsuit.
DIY: Sew a cone out of purple fabric, stuff it with cotton batting, and safety pin it to your pants.
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Dino headpiece or hood
A purple hood or headpiece featuring Dino's snout, large cartoon eyes, and three black hairs on top.
DIY: Attach white and black felt eyes and three black pipe cleaners to a purple baseball cap or hoodie hood.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the base purple jumpsuit or matching purple sweat suit.
2
Cut several irregular, rounded spot shapes from the black felt sheets.
3
Attach the black felt spots to the back and shoulders of the purple outfit using fabric glue or safety pins.
4
Secure the stuffed purple tail to the lower back of the jumpsuit.
5
Put on the blue collar around your neck, ensuring the gold circular tag is hanging clearly in the front.
6
Place the purple Dino headpiece or decorated hood on your head.
7
Complete the look with purple shoes or shoe covers to match the body.

Makeup & hair

Since Dino is a cartoon dinosaur, hair should be tucked away under the hood or headpiece. If your face is exposed, you can use purple face paint on your nose and cheeks for a cohesive animated look.

Dino for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with Fred Flintstone, Wilma, or Pebbles for a perfect Bedrock duo.
group: Join a full Flintstones group including Fred, Wilma, Barney, Betty, Pebbles, and Bamm-Bamm.
kids: A purple dinosaur onesie with a blue collar makes an adorable, warm costume for toddlers.
Plus size: A loose-fitting purple fleece union suit or oversized hoodie provides a comfortable, flexible fit.
pet: An actual dog can wear a purple dinosaur hoodie with a blue collar to play the real-life Dino.

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Tips

If using fabric glue for the spots, allow at least 24 hours to dry before wearing.
Keep the tail lightweight so it doesn't pull down your pants or jumpsuit throughout the night.
Wear comfortable purple or black sneakers if you plan on walking or trick-or-treating.
For outdoor events, layer warm thermal underwear beneath the purple jumpsuit.

Dino costume FAQ

What kind of dinosaur is Dino from The Flintstones?: Dino is a fictional, cartoonish 'Snorkasaurus' who behaves much like an energetic, loyal pet dog.
How do I make a DIY Dino headpiece?: You can use a purple baseball cap or hoodie. Glue large white felt circles with black pupils for the eyes, and attach three black pipe cleaners to the top for his signature hairs.
Is this costume comfortable for a party?: Yes, especially if you use a soft fleece jumpsuit or sweat suit as the base, making it warm and easy to move around in.

Did you know? Although Dino is a dinosaur, he doesn't roar; instead, he yips, barks, and licks Fred Flintstone's face just like a modern domestic dog.