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Dandy Dog Sweater: Easy Crochet Dog Sweater Pattern

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If you’ve been looking for an easy crochet dog sweater pattern for your pooch, this is it friend! This dog sweater pattern comes in three sizes that will fit tiny dogs to medium sized dogs. Whip up a sweater for your pup using this free crochet pattern.

free Dog Sweater crochet pattern

Crochet Dog Sweater Pattern

We have three dogs in our house; one 5lb, one 13lb, and one half Pitbull/half Dachshund that absolutely runs the show. I mean really, with those eyes and her tiny little legs?! She’s simply majestic. ♥

medium size dog sweater pattern

Dandy Dog Sweater Free crochet pattern

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extra small size dog sweater pattern

This stylish crochet dog sweater pattern comes in sizes XS, S, and M, and is worked from the neck down, all in one piece with no sewing involved.  If you need the crochet sweater for large dogs, head on over here.

Free crochet dog sweater pattern tutorial for large dogs

For this dog sweater we are using Brava Worsted yarn. My colors here are Dove Heather, Paprika, and Avocado. You could substitute with any worsted you have on hand, as it doesn’t take much – especially for the extra small dog sweater. 😉

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Materials:

Brava Worsted Weight Yarn
-approx. 110 yards for XS
-approx. 205 yards for S
-approx. 375 yards for M

Crochet hook in size H/5mm

Find the VIDEO tutorial for this pattern below!

crochet dog sweater sizing chart

Gauge: 14 sts x 13 rows = 4”

Gauge pattern:

Row 1: Ch-18. (sc, dc) in 2nd ch from hook. * sk next ch, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * 6 more times. Sk next ch, sc in last. (17)

Rows 2 – 14: Ch-1, turn, * (sc, dc) in next st, sk next st * repeat between * * 7 more times. Sk next st, sc in last. (17) Measure for gauge.

Note on gauge: Always make your swatch slightly larger than it needs to be so that when you measure you are only including inside stitches, not the outside stitches that are not uniform in shape. More on gauge here.

Pattern notes:

Pattern written using US terms.

The chain at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch.

Front post/Back post stitches are used for the collar. There is a tutorial for these stitches here.

The body of this sweater uses the Thicket (aka Suzette) stitch. There is a tutorial for that stitch here.

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Now that you’ve got gauge down, its time to whip up a dog sweater! If you need the crochet sweater for large dogs, head on over here.

Dog Sweater Video

Collar:

Row 1: Fhdc– (33, 43, 53) (or ch- (34, 44, 54), hdc in 2nd chain from hook and in each to end.) Join to top of first st with sl st. Stitch count: (33, 43, 53)

Row 2: Ch-1, do not turn, * fphdc around next st, bphdc around next st * repeat between * * around, fphdc around last st. Join to top of first fphdc with sl st. Stitch count: (33, 43, 53)

Row 3: Ch-1, turn, * bphdc around next st, fphdc around next st * repeat between * * around, bphdc around last st. Join to top of first bphdc with sl st. Stitch count: (33, 43, 53)

Row 4: Ch-1, turn, * fphdc around next st, bphdc around next st * repeat between * * around, fphdc around last st. Join to top of first fphdc with sl st. Stitch count: (33, 43, 53)

Rows 5 through (6, 8, 10): alternate rows 3 & 4. Stitch count: (33, 43, 53)

Chest/Body:

Row (7, 9, 11): Ch-1, do not turn. (sc, dc) in first st. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * around, sk next, (sc, dc, sc) in last st. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (35, 45, 55)

Row (8, 10, 12): Ch-1, turn, (sc, dc) in first st. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * around, sk next, (sc, dc, sc) in last st. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (37, 47, 57)

Rows (9, 11, 13) through (13, 17, 25): repeat previous row. Stitch count: (47, 61, 83)

Row (14, 18, 26): Ch-1, turn, (sc, dc) in first st. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * around (do not do the extra sc). Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (48, 62, 84)

Armholes:

Row (15, 19, 27): Ch-1, turn * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (0,1, 2) more times. (2, 4, 6 sts total so far). Sk next st, sc in next. Ch-(7, 11, 15), sk-(9, 13, 17) sts. In next sc, place (sc, dc). Repeat between * * (10, 11, 17) more times. Sk next st, sc in next. Ch-(7, 11, 15), sk-(9, 13, 17) sts. In next sc, place (sc, dc). Repeat between * * to end. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (44, 58, 80)

Row (16, 20, 28): Ch-1, turn. * Sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * around (including chains). Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (44, 58, 80)

Rows (17, 21, 29) through (20, 30, 44): Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (44, 58, 80)

Begin body tapering:

Row (21, 31, 45): Ch-1, turn, sl st in first (2, 4, 6,) sts, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (18, 23, 32) more times. Sk next st, sc in next. (leave remaining 2, 4, 6) sts unworked) Stitch count: (39, 49, 67) not including sl sts.

Row (22, 32, 46): Ch-1, turn, sk first 2 sts, * (sc, dc) in next, sk next st * repeat between * * (17, 22, 30) more times. Sc in next st. Stitch count: (37, 47, 63)

Row (23, 33, 47): Ch-1, turn, sk first 2 sts, * (sc, dc) in next, sk next st * repeat between * * (16, 21, 29) more times. Sc in next st. Stitch count: (35, 45, 61)

Continue decreasing until you reach row (36, 46, 66) ending with (9, 19, 23) sts.

Row (37, 47, 67): Ch-1, turn, sc in each st/row end around. Join using Invisible Join.

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Ta-da! I hope your furry friend loves their sweater, and that you enjoyed making it! When you’re finished I’d love to see a photo of yours. Tag me by using @HeartHookHome on Instagram and Twitter, or share in the Heart Hook Home Crochet Community on Facebook.

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Comments

  1. Helene Martinsson says

    Hello. These are so nice :) you are really good. I was wondering if it would be ok to translate your pattern to swedish? Kind Regards Helene
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  2. Kylie says

    Hello! Love your patterns and this one in particular!! If I wanted to extend the underbelly portion to cover more of the tummy area, should I just repeat the rows after adding arm holes but before body tapering? Is there a way you’d advise decreasing stitches to make it more snug around the belly? Thanks so much!!!
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  3. Helen says

    Hi! Luv yr pattern - this is so cute as are yr puppies. Wanted to make this for my son's dog & possibly the neighbours mini pom & Other pup (can't think of name of species). I was trying to make the gauge swatch but ran into a problem - when I follow pattern for rows 1 & 2 (using ch 18) my swatch meas. 5"w. Should I use a smaller hook or less chains to start pattern. Sorry, am not very good at figuring these things out. Many tks. I read all the comments & did not see any pertaining to my question. U r a great designer & luv yr patterns. tk u for sharing them with us.
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  4. Sara Baughman says

    Hi, I'm currently making a size small and I'm have the hardest time reading thr Armholes part. After you do the first arm hole it tells you to repeat that 11 more times..thats not possible. There isn't that many stitches. Also you would have 4 holes? That doesn't make anysense to me. Can anyone help? I'm sorry of I didn't word this very well.
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Sara! Did you watch the companion video for this pattern? It is located within this pattern post and may help.
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  5. Patd says

    Hi! I love this pattern but need help. I am at the body tampering part for the 2nd time. I don't know what I am doing wrong as the tapper keeps ending up on the side instead of the back!! Please help! Its driving me crazy!!
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Pat! Did you try watching the companion video located within this pattern post? Without seeing what's going on, the video may help more that I can at this point. If you watch it and are still struggling, you can send me a message along with a pic to [email protected] or to the Heart Hook Home FaceBook page.
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  6. Honoree says

    I LOVE your doggies ! And I usually don’t even bother with videos, they tend to confuse me ! But I’m so glad I watched your video! Great tutorial and so easy to understand everything!! I’m making these for all of my 4 (& one 3) legged friends! Thank you for sharing your awesome talent ! I’m also going to be purchasing this, you share so much! This one will be used over and over again! Well worth the price!
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  7. Ellen says

    Oh my GOD I am so dumb, I just realized I did TWENTY FIVE thicket stitch rows instead of just 15 (row 10-25) !!!!!! At least I got some good practice in there!!!! Good grief...
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  8. Ellen says

    Hi I'm really confused as to what I've done wrong! I've completed my first 25 rows (of thicket stitch, not including the collar) and it says I should have 84 stitches but I have like 100! I can't tell what I did wrong by reading the pattern (Im a beginner so I am also not super well versed on fixing things or knowing what causes mistakes specifically) Please help! The stitch is super easy but the thought of ripping it all out and doing it again makes my head spin LOL! I don't want to do it unless I know exactly how to fix it!!!
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Katie! If making the XS, then it is after row 23 where it says continue decreasing until reaching row 36.
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      • Emilee says

        Am I the only one who is struggling with the gauge I usually skip it but I’m making this as a Gauge Row 1: Ch-18. (sc, dc) in 2nd ch from hook. * sk next ch, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * 6 more times. Sk next ch, sc in last. (17) Somehow I can’t seem to get it. I get the first decrease done. Then I can only get 5 out of the 6 more decreases before I run out of chains. Help!!!!
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  10. Becky says

    I was asked to make this for a very small dog. He’s 1lb, neck is 4.5” and chest is 9”. Should I attempt to decrease the pattern to a starting chain of 23?? I obviously don’t want it to be too small but they have a hard time finding something small enough for him.
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  11. Lacy says

    You are hands down one of my favorite crochet designers. I love your patterns. They're always easy to follow and always come out beautifully!
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  12. Rachel says

    Hi I love this pattern! I am already having trouble on the second row though :/ I have all 43 hdc stitches ready to go, but when I started the fphdc, the last stitch was a bphdc and not a front one. I've redone this at least four times but can't seem to figure it out.
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  13. Becca says

    I love this pattern. Thank you so much. I am going to buy it so I always have it once I get paid. I have three dogs as well as being a dog walker so I will get a ton of use out of this pattern. Also your pups are all so adorable❤️
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  14. Krista says

    I love this pattern ! It is so beautiful! I am interested to know how I would make this pattern in the L and XL size rather than with the buttons. I started how you began the L pattern but am not sure how many rows of the Thickett Stitch I am supposed to do before I start the arm holes OR the pattern to follow for the arm holes. Can you help me with this? Or is this pattern in L or XL available to purchase somewhere?
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  15. Susan Fletcher says

    Hello, could you list the abbreviations please, I’m a new crotcheter in the UK and want to make this for my new working cocker spaniel puppy.
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    • Maureen says

      STITCHES & ABBREVIATIONS Ch = Chain Sl st = Slip Stitch SC = Single Crochet SC2tog = Single Crochet 2 stitches together BLO = Back Loop St(s) = Stitch(es) Rep = Repeat Sk = Skip
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  16. Kylee Langiano says

    I’m not the most experienced at crochet but my friends tiny dog has been getting cold. So I searched for a pattern I could try. I am so glad I found this one!! It takes a moment to get the hang of it. But the video really helps. Most definitely a new subscriber here!! Thank you so much!
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  17. Lara says

    Hi!!! Loved the pattern, finishing size M, and it looks awesome! I need a size between M and L, is there such a thing? The M fits me pekingese perfectly, but my pintscher-dauchaund mix is way stockier yet the same length as him.... What should I do?
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  18. Mearla VanDenBerg says

    I'm not sure that I'm doing row for Armholes correct. In size M, after the last armhole, should you end with the same number of (sc,dc) as you started (6)? My mind is trying to keep it even, but to do so, I must decrease the number of sts skipped after the last chain. I've re-crocheted it several times & decided I must be doing something wrong. I'm excited to make this sweater for my neighbor's dog. Thank you!
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  19. Elizabeth Amey says

    Hi please can you help me ?! would the small size fit a pug puppy, my friend has asked me to crochet her puppy a jumper for her. The only measurements I have are: 23 cm around her neck 21cm long from neck to tail 12cm shoulder to shoulder. Thank you Elizabeth
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  21. Rizza says

    Pls help!!! I need to make a size that's slightly bigger than XS for my morkie. Neck size is 8" but chest size is 15". Thank you!
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Rizza! You could make the XS size and just go up a hooks size for the chest/body portion. Hope this helps!
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  22. Bliss&Benny’s mom says

    Love the pattern! Easy to follow and it turned out super cute. I altered it to fit my thick necked, short body, full figured Frenchie. He looks adorable in it!!!! My husband says he looks like a “momma’s boy”
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  23. Pat Smith says

    Makes a beauty of a sweater. One of my favorite stitches. My great granddaughter just got a rescue and she’s gonna love this.
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Acrylic does have some stretch to it, but I have not had an issue with my dog sweaters stretching out of shape. Hope this helps!
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  27. Micaela Pereyra says

    Holaaa!!! Serían tan adorables de enviarme la traducción en español para hacer la parte del cuerpo gracias
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  31. Lisa says

    Row 22 should say repeat 17 more times (not 18) for size small and Row 23 should say repeat 16 (not 17) more times (for small). It’s the word “more” that would cause you to make too many stitches. Thank you.
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  32. Nicole says

    I am a beginner, but a fast learner. I am struggling with the transition between rows 1 and 2 of the collar. Is there any possibility of a video showing how to make this happen.
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  33. Sabrina says

    Why am I so co fused as to why there is row 9, 10, and 11 it looks like twice.... am I just not getting it tonight? I've read it and read it then start4d the pattern and now have no clue which row 9 I should of done because I thought I was on row 11 and found the 9 again...
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    • Angela says

      Hi Sabrina, I was thoroughly lost as well when I got to “Rows 5 through (6,8,10). I read through the comments and found that no one had explained how to read this part of the pattern. I finally found an explanation on a completely different website and wanted to pass it along to you. It reads like this: If you are making the extra small, you crochet rounds 5 and 6. If you are making the small size, you crochet rounds 5 through 8. If you are making the medium size, you crochet rounds 5 through 10. So what is in the parentheses are the number of rows you need to crochet depending on what size sweater you are making. Now when you move on to the next step, you are on row 7 if making the extra small, row 9 if making the small and row 11 if making the medium. Hopefully this helps!
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      • Alana says

        I am very confused with this pattern. I am trying to make the medium size but when I go through to round (7,911 )my stitch is a lot more than 55.
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        • Heart Hook Home says

          Hi Alana! I'm sorry you are having trouble. I'm not sure why you would have a lot more than 55 sts...are you remembering to skip a stitch between the (sc,dc) clusters? That's the only thing I can think of without seeing it. If you need more in depth help, you can email [email protected] or message the Heart Hook Home Facebook page.
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      • Faye says

        Thank you so much for clarifying that. It has been driving me crazy. I was just about to ask for an explanation when I saw your comment.
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  34. Sherrie Lawson Fendrych says

    Sizing help, please!!! My daughter's furbaby (Mini Doxie) is right at the "edge" of S / M sizes ..... Neck 11" Chest 19" Also, would like to use a variegated or ombre coloring .... Any suggestions? Thank you!!! :)
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  35. Jenn says

    Can you please help? I’m on row 32 (making a size small). The skip first 2 stitches, does that mean the slip stitches or the first 2 actual stitches? Thank you in advance! I’m obsessed with this dog sweater! It’s SUPER CUTE!
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    • Kerry says

      I literally just finished the size small sweater today. You turn after the ch1 so you will be working the opposite end of the piece (the slip stitches will be at the end of row 32, not the beginning). Skip the first 2 stitches so your hook goes into the first sc after the first dc. You'll end row 32 before you reach the slip stitches from the previous row. Hope this helps. Love how mine turned out, need to make another one now.
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  36. Kerry says

    Hi Ashlea! I LOVE your site and patterns and I'm so excited to see these sweaters. Your dogs are so cute I can't stand it! I haven't been able to buy or crochet a dog sweater that will fit my boston terrier/pug mix since she's shaped like a barrel with virtually no neck. Any tips on how I could adapt this pattern to fit her better? I'm sure it will fit my little normally shaped schnauzer just perfectly the way it is written. Thanks! :)
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  39. Cecelia Remedios says

    I figured it out. Sorry for the panic. I need up at row 13 with 47 stitches I should have know better. AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME pattern.
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  40. Cecelia Remedios says

    I am soooooooooo confused. I LOVE this pattern but am totally baffled. I am currently working on rows 9-13. I have done row 9 three times and can't seem to come up with 47 stitches. I only get 37. HELP!!!!
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  41. Deanna says

    I wish I could find a decent sweater for a large dog. My girl is 56lbs lab/poodle cross and I would love to make one for her.
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Deanna! I just published the big dog sweater sizes! They can be found here: https://hearthookhome.com/easy-crochet-dog-sweater-large-dogs/
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  42. Cara says

    You just don’t understand how happy I got when you posted this... I just recently lost my job and I’m trying to desperately make things to sell to get my mortgage paid and get my girls and I by until I get another job lined up. Thank you so much, Ashlea
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