# Mythical Canine Costumes The Unicorn Dog Mask by Hiroko Fukatsu is Inspired by Year of the Horse By Meghan Young | Published 2014-03-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unicorn-dog-mask References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2014/03/24/A-Unicorn-Mask-for-a-Dog/) & [ravelry](http://www.ravelry.com/projects/roko/unicorn) [Halloween](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petsmart-thrills-chills) may be a ways away, but that doesn't mean people can't start planning ahead now; in fact, such forethought may be impossible to avoid once a pet owner has stumbled upon the Unicorn Dog Mask. As its apt name suggests, it is a mask made to resemble the profile of a unicorn. From the golden horn to the thick main and even white coloring, the Unicorn Dog Mask is as playful disguise as any. Created by Hiroko Fukatsu, a crafter in Tokyo, Japan, the Unicorn Dog Mask was inspired by the fact that it is currently the [year of the horse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lush-2026-year-of-the-horse). Although taking it to a mythical level, her [adorable dog](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dog-face) does sport some horse-like features when this mask on. It is entirely knitted save for some bedazzled jewels on the nose. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pet Costumes:** There is an increasing trend of dressing up pets in costumes, presenting an opportunity for pet fashion and accessory businesses. - **Mythical Animal References:** The popularity of mythical animal-inspired costumes for pets presents an opportunity for companies to create products based on current trends. - **Customized Pet Products:** The creation of unique and customized pet products, such as handmade pet costumes, presents a trend that businesses can tap into. ### Who This Affects Most - **Pet Fashion:** The demand for pet costumes and accessories presents an opportunity for the pet fashion industry to expand its product offerings. - **Handmade Crafts:** The trend of customized pet products provides an opportunity for handmade craft businesses to cater to the growing demand for unique pet products. - **Pet Retail:** Pet retail businesses can capitalize on the trend of dressing up pets in costumes by offering a variety of pet costumes and accessories in their stores. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wine-Themed Pet Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/franzia-wines-x-bark.md) - [Festive Pet Apparel Drops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-new-year-pet.md) - [Holographic Pet Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holographic-pet-accessories.md) - [Spooky Charming Pet Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crown-paw.md) - [Recipe-Inspired Dog Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crescent-mummy-dog-costume.md) - [Mythical Creature Easter Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candyrific-easter.md) - [Pet Lunar Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chinesestyle-pet-jackets.md) - [Festive Dog Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/festive-dog-toys.md) - [New Year Cafe Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starbucks-japan-year-of-the-horse.md)