What color is Scooby-Doo's collar?

Scooby-Doo wears a bright teal-blue collar with a gold, diamond-shaped tag that has his initials 'SD' written in red with a teal outline.

How do you make a DIY Scooby-Doo tag?

You can easily make the tag by cutting a diamond shape out of yellow craft foam or sturdy cardboard, painting the letters 'SD' in red, outlining the diamond in teal paint, and attaching it to a blue ribbon.

What breed of dog is Scooby-Doo?

Scooby-Doo is a Great Dane, though his creator deliberately gave him opposite physical traits of a show-winning Great Dane, such as a sloped back and bowed legs.

Dress a real dog in a simple teal collar with a lightweight replica 'SD' tag.

Scooby doo costume group

Assemble the full Mystery Inc. gang with Fred, Daphne, Velma, and Shaggy.

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Scooby-Doo Costume

Bring the mystery-solving Great Dane to life with this iconic look.

Scooby-Doo is the lovable, snack-obsessed Great Dane from the classic Hanna-Barbera cartoon franchise. People love dressing up as him for his nostalgic appeal, friendly vibe, and how easily he pairs with the rest of the Mystery Inc. gang. The look consists of a brown base with black spots, a bright teal-blue collar, and his signature diamond-shaped gold 'SD' tag.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~20 min
Budget: $25–65

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Brown hooded onesie or bodysuit
A plush, warm brown hooded jumpsuit with attached dog ears and a tail.
DIY: Use a plain brown hooded sweatshirt and matching sweatpants.
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Black fabric paint or felt
Used to add Scooby's signature black spots to the back and shoulders of the brown base.
DIY: Cut spots out of black construction paper and safety pin them on.
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Teal-blue collar or choker
A thick, bright teal-blue collar worn around the neck to mimic Scooby's collar.
DIY: Cut a strip of teal felt or ribbon and secure it with Velcro.
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Gold diamond-shaped 'SD' tag
A yellow-gold diamond pendant featuring the initials 'SD' in red with a teal border.
DIY: Cut a diamond shape out of yellow cardboard, paint the red 'SD' letters, and edge it in teal.
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Brown face paint
Used to paint a dog nose and whiskers on your face.
DIY: Use a brown eyeliner pencil to draw the nose and whiskers.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the brown hooded onesie or your DIY brown sweatshirt and sweatpants combo.
2
If using fabric paint or felt, add 4 to 5 irregular black spots to the back and upper sleeve areas of the brown outfit.
3
Fasten the teal-blue collar around your neck, ensuring it fits comfortably.
4
Attach the gold diamond-shaped 'SD' tag to the center of the collar so it hangs visibly in the front.
5
Apply brown makeup to the tip of your nose and draw three small whisker dots on each cheek.
6
Pull up the hood to display the dog ears, and you are ready to solve some mysteries.

Makeup & hair

Keep your hair tucked under the hood of the onesie. Use a brown or black makeup pencil to color the tip of your nose black and add a few whisker dots on your cheeks.

Scooby-Doo for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with Shaggy Rogers wearing a green V-neck shirt and brown pants.
group: Assemble the full Mystery Inc. gang with Fred, Daphne, Velma, and Shaggy.
kids: Use a soft, zip-up fleece Scooby-Doo romper with a safety-release collar.
Plus size: A loose-fitting, oversized brown fleece onesie provides a comfortable and screen-accurate fit.
pet: Dress a real dog in a simple teal collar with a lightweight replica 'SD' tag.

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Dog scooby costume: Dress a real dog in a simple teal collar with a lightweight replica 'SD' tag.
Scooby doo costume group: Assemble the full Mystery Inc. gang with Fred, Daphne, Velma, and Shaggy.

Tips

Choose a lightweight fleece onesie if you plan to wear the costume indoors to avoid overheating.
Carry a box of 'Scooby Snacks' (or graham cracker dog-bone cookies) as a fun, interactive prop.
If you are using fabric paint for the spots, allow at least 4 hours of drying time before putting the costume on.
Wear comfortable brown sneakers or boots to match the color of the jumpsuit.

Scooby-Doo costume FAQ

What color is Scooby-Doo's collar?: Scooby-Doo wears a bright teal-blue collar with a gold, diamond-shaped tag that has his initials 'SD' written in red with a teal outline.
How do you make a DIY Scooby-Doo tag?: You can easily make the tag by cutting a diamond shape out of yellow craft foam or sturdy cardboard, painting the letters 'SD' in red, outlining the diamond in teal paint, and attaching it to a blue ribbon.
What breed of dog is Scooby-Doo?: Scooby-Doo is a Great Dane, though his creator deliberately gave him opposite physical traits of a show-winning Great Dane, such as a sloped back and bowed legs.

Did you know? Scooby-Doo's full name is Scoobert Doo, as revealed in various spin-offs of the classic animated series.