Toto Costume
Bring Dorothy's loyal canine companion to life with this classic Oz look.
Toto is the beloved Cairn Terrier from The Wizard of Oz who accompanies Dorothy Gale on her journey down the Yellow Brick Road. People choose this costume for its nostalgic charm, making it a staple for Wizard of Oz group themes. The look consists of a textured dark gray or black dog jumpsuit, or a clever human-in-a-basket prop ensemble.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a Toto costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Toto costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Shaggy dark gray or black bodysuit
A faux-fur or textured fleece one-piece jumpsuit with an attached hood.
DIY: Wear a dark gray fleece hoodie and matching sweatpants.
Dog ears and tail set
A headband with pointed terrier ears and a matching short, scruffy tail.
DIY: Cut ear shapes from gray felt and safety-pin them to a gray beanie.
Woven wicker basket
A classic picnic-style basket with double handles, large enough to carry or peek out of.
DIY: Use any medium-sized wooden basket you have at home.
Blue gingham fabric liner
A small piece of blue and white checkered fabric to drape inside the basket.
DIY: Use a blue and white checkered kitchen towel or napkin.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Toto costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the shaggy dark gray or black jumpsuit or fleece base layer.
- 2
Attach the scruffy gray tail to the back of your pants or jumpsuit.
- 3
Place the terrier ear headband securely on your head, aligning it with your hairline.
- 4
Line the wicker basket with the blue gingham fabric, letting the edges drape over the sides.
- 5
Carry the basket as your primary prop, or use a plush Toto toy inside it if you are dressing as Dorothy instead.
- 6
Apply a small amount of black makeup to the tip of your nose to complete the canine look.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair simple or tucked under a gray beanie or hood. Use black face paint or an eyeliner pencil to draw a small, round wet-look dog nose on the tip of your nose and add a few whisker dots on your cheeks.
Toto for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Dorothy Gale in her classic blue gingham dress and ruby slippers.
- group
- Join a full Wizard of Oz group including the Scarecrow, Tin Man, Cowardly Lion, and Glinda.
- kids
- A soft, plush zippered onesie with an attached hood featuring puppy ears and a nose.
- Plus size
- A loose-fitting gray fleece union suit or oversized hoodie provides a comfortable, flexible fit.
- pet
- An officially licensed Toto basket costume that fits around your dog's torso, making them look like they are sitting in Dorothy's basket.
More ways people search for this costume
The most-searched variations of “Toto costume”, and how this look adapts to each.
Dog toto costume
- An officially licensed Toto basket costume that fits around your dog's torso, making them look like they are sitting in Dorothy's basket.
Tips
- Opt for lightweight fleece or faux-fur to avoid overheating during indoor events.
- If trick-or-treating, the wicker basket doubles as an excellent candy collector.
- For photos, pose peeking out from behind a yellow cardboard 'Yellow Brick Road' cutout.
- Keep the face makeup minimal around the mouth so you can eat and drink easily.
Toto costume FAQ
- What kind of dog is Toto?
- Toto is a Cairn Terrier, known for his small size and shaggy, dark brindle coat.
- How do you make a quick DIY Toto costume?
- Wear a dark gray hoodie and sweatpants, pin on a gray felt tail, wear a dog ear headband, and carry a wicker basket lined with blue gingham fabric.
- Can my pet wear a Toto costume?
- Yes, there are pet costumes designed to look like a basket that fits around your dog's body, or simple shaggy lion-style manes and coats.
Did you know? Terry, the female Cairn Terrier who played Toto in the 1939 film, was paid $125 per week, which was more than many of the human actors received at the time.