Scary Movies to Watch with Your Dog

Spoiler alert! Halloween is coming up soon, so it’s time to get in the spooky spirit. And what better way to ring in our favorite holiday than with some scary movies? This fall, snuggle up with your favorite furry friend and enjoy the following scary movies that feature dogs.

The Lost Boys

This 1987 thriller is about two brothers that move into a new town that they’re convinced is home to vampires. The family dog, Nanook, survives the chaos and is the hero of the story. You may be spooked, but your dog will be inspired by this heroic four-legged friend.

The Silence of the Lambs

The dog in this renowned movie only has a small cameo, but Precious, Buffalo Bill’s fluffy Miniature Poodle, plays a big role in capturing the serial killer. Your dog will love seeing a canine help crack the case, but you may have to place a paw over their eyes for the super spooky parts of this movie.

Poltergeist

This 1982 classic was remade in 2015, but we say stick with the original! The dog in this film was one of the first to sense a ghostly presence in the family home, so he has a pretty important role! Plus, the smart doggo ends up making it out alive at the end of the movie, so your dog will still sleep soundly even after watching this scary movie.

The Voices

The black comedy horror film, “The Voices,” features Ryan Reynolds as an unlikely serial killer living alone with his cat and adorable dog. Dogs will get a laugh out of the talking animals and downward spiral of Ryan Reynolds’ character. The perfect combination of spook and spoof, this movie is a great Halloween film for you and your dog to enjoy.

Gremlins

In this 1984 film, a boy gets a new pet and accidentally unleashes a horde of monsters on his town. You’ll have to watch to enjoy all the twists and turns of this Halloween classic, but rest assured that Barney, the dog, is still alive and well at the end of the movie!

The dogs in these movies serve as heroes and end up surviving at the end of the day! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a good scary movie with your furry friend.