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Easy Crochet Dog Sweater for Large, Extra Large, and Extra Extra Large Dogs

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This easy crochet sweater for large dogs is stylish, warm, and fun to crochet too! Learn how to crochet a dog sweater for big dogs using this free crochet pattern.

Free crochet dog sweater pattern tutorial for large dogs

Easy Crochet Dog Sweater for Large, X Large, and XX Large Dogs

crochet large dog sweater tutorial

This free crochet sweater pattern for large dogs, extra large, and extra extra large dogs is perfect for our long-legged furry friends. One thing I noticed while designing the extra small, small, and medium dog sweater pattern is that with larger dogs it can be difficult to get their long legs into conventionally styled dog sweaters. If your tall pet doesn’t like their legs manipulated into a sweater with leg holes – who can blame them? – they’ll love you for using this pattern as it incorporates a flap with buttons. Simply slip the collar over their head and fasten below.

How to make a stylish crocheted sweater for big dogs

This dog sweater tutorial uses the Thicket (aka Suzette) stitch. This is the same stitch as I used in the smaller three sizes of dog sweater pattern, The Dandy Dog Sweater, which means that if you’ve got a mix of breeds and different sizes of dogs, all of them can match! Dawww!

Find the ad-free, printable version of this pattern on Ravelry, Etsy, or in the Heart Hook Home shop. Thank you!

Crochet sweater for large dogs

I love everything about this sweater. It is easy to crochet, it works up fast, and all of the dogs so far have loved it. If you’re needing smaller dog sweaters, you’ll want to use this pattern instead.

Measuring your dog for a crochet sweater

The most important measurement when determining which size to make is their chest measurement. You’ll want to measure the widest part of their chest, just behind their front legs. Because virtually all crochet will stretch as it is worn/used, I have taken this into account when designing this pattern. If your dog is in between sizes, I would go with the larger of the two.

sizing chart for large dog sweaters

Whether you’re headed to the dog park in style, or your large dog just likes being warm, you’re sure to love this pattern!

Beautiful sweater for large dogs free pattern

Large Dog Sweater Materials:

For both of my dog sweater patterns we are using Brava Worsted yarn. The color that Jessee is wearing in these photos is “Caution”. Of course, you could substitute with any worsted weight yarn you have on hand as well.

Brava Worsted Weight Yarn
-approx. 550 yards for L
-approx. 650 yards for XL
-approx. 750 yards for XXL

Crochet hook in size H/5mm

(6) 1” (or 1.25″) Buttons

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: 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.

Pattern Notes:

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

Pattern written using US terms.

Odd numbered rows are “right side”.

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.

Find the ad-free, printable version of this pattern on Ravelry, Etsy, or in the Heart Hook Home shop. Thank you!

Pattern:

Collar:

Round 1: Fhdc– (63, 73, 83) (or ch- (64, 74, 84), hdc in 2nd chain from hook and in each to end.) Join to top of first st with sl st. Stitch count: (63, 73, 83)

Round 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: (63, 73, 83)

Round 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: (63, 73, 83)

Round 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: (63, 73, 83)

Rounds 5 through 10: alternate rounds 3 & 4. Stitch count: (63, 73, 83)

Chest/Body:

Round 11: Ch-1, do not turn. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (64, 74, 84)

Round 12: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (7, 8, 10) more times. (16, 18, 22 sts so far). Sc in next st. In next st place (hdc, sc). Sc in next st. In next st place (sc, dc). (22, 24, 28 sts so far). * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * Repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (66, 76, 86)

Round 13: repeat round 12. Stitch count: (68, 78, 88)

Round 14: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (16, 18, 21) more times, sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in next. Repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (70, 80, 90)

Round 15: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * around until you have 4 sts remaining. Sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in last st. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (72, 82, 92)

Round 16: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (8, 9, 11) more times, sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in next. Repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (74, 84, 94)

Round 17: repeat round 16. Stitch count: (76, 86, 96)

Round 18: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (18, 20, 23) more times, sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in next. Repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (78, 88, 98)

Round 19: repeat round 15. Stitch count: (80, 90, 100)

Round 20: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (9, 10, 12) more times, sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in next. Repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (82, 92, 102)

Round 21: repeat round 20. Stitch count: (84, 94, 104)

Round 22: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (20, 22, 25) more times, sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in next. Repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (86, 96, 106)

Round 23: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * around until you have 4 sts remaining. Sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in last st. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (88, 98, 108)

Round 24: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (10, 11, 13) more times, sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in next. Repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (90, 100, 110)

Round 25: repeat round 24. Stitch count: (92, 102, 112)

Round 26: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (22, 24, 27) more times, sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in next. Repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (94, 104, 114)

Round 27: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * around until you have 4 sts remaining. Sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in last st. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (96, 106, 116)

Round 28: Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (11, 12, 15) more times, sc in next st, (hdc, sc) in next st, sc in next, (sc, dc) in next. Repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (98, 108, 118)

Round 29: repeat row 28. Stitch count: (100, 110, 120)
Round/s (30, 30 – 32, 30 – 34): Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * around. Join to top of first sc with sl st. Stitch count: (100, 110, 120)

Place a stitch marker in the last stitch made. (Makes it easier to count below) Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Chest flap:

Looking at the “right” side (see pattern notes), attach yarn in (9th, 11th, 11th) stitch to the right of the chest seam. (should be a sc)

Row 1: Ch-1, (sc, dc) in same st. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (7, 8, 9) more times. Stitch count: (18, 20, 22)

Rows 2 – (23, 25, 27): Ch-1, turn, * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * to end. Stitch count: (18, 20, 22)

Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Back flap:

Looking at the “right” side, mark the (14th, 16th, 18th) stitch to the left of the chest flap. (should be a sc)

Row 1: Ch-(16, 18, 20), (sc, dc) in marked stitch, *sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (27, 29, 31) more times, ch-(16, 18, 20). Stitch count: (90, 98, 106)

Row 2: (sc, dc) in 2nd ch from hook. *sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * to end. Stitch count: (90, 98, 106)

Row 3: Ch-1, turn. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * to end. Stitch count: (90, 98, 106)

Row 4: (buttonhole row) Ch-1, turn, sk first st, (sc, dc) in next. Sk-3 sts, (sc, dc) in next. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (39, 43, 47) more times. Sk-3 sts, (sc, dc) in last. Stitch count: (86, 94, 102)

Row 5: Ch-1, turn. Sk first 2 sts, (sc, dc, sc, dc) in hole. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (39, 43, 47) times. (sc, dc, sc, dc) in hole, sk next st, (sc, dc) in last. Stitch count: (90, 98, 106)

Rows 6 – 8: Ch-1, turn. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * to end. Stitch count: (90, 98, 106)

Row 9: (buttonhole row) Ch-1, turn, sk first st, (sc, dc) in next. Sk-3 sts, (sc, dc) in next. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (39, 43, 47) more times. Sk-3 sts, (sc, dc) in last. Stitch count: (86, 94, 102)

Row 10: Ch-1, turn. Sk first 2 sts, (sc, dc, sc, dc) in hole. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (39, 43, 47) times. (sc, dc, sc, dc) in hole, sk next st, (sc, dc) in last. Stitch count: (90, 98, 106)

Rows 11 – 13: Ch-1, turn. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * to end. Stitch count: (90, 98, 106)

Row 14: (buttonhole row) Ch-1, turn, sk first st, (sc, dc) in next. Sk-3 sts, (sc, dc) in next. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (39, 43, 47) more times. Sk-3 sts, (sc, dc) in last. Stitch count: (86, 94, 102)

Row 15: Ch-1, turn. Sk first 2 sts, (sc, dc, sc, dc) in hole. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (39, 43, 47) times. (sc, dc, sc, dc) in hole, sk next st, (sc, dc) in last. Stitch count: (90, 98, 106)

Row 16: Ch-1, turn, sk first st, * (sc, dc) in next, sk next st * repeat between * * (43, 47, 51) more times. Sc in last st. Stitch count: (89, 97, 105)

Row 17: Ch-1, turn, sk first 2 sts, * (sc, dc) in next, sk next st * repeat between * * (42, 46, 50) more times. Sc in last st. Stitch count: (87, 95, 103)

Row 18: Ch-1, turn, sk first 2 sts, * (sc, dc) in next, sk next st * repeat between * * (41, 45, 49) more times. Sc in last st. Stitch count: (85, 93, 101)

Continue decreasing until you reach row (43, 45, 47) ending with (35, 39, 43) sts. Do not fasten off.

Turn work clockwise to add finishing edge. Sc in each st/row end around the entire dog sweater, placing 3 scs in each corner. Fasten off using Invisible Join.

extra large dog sweater pattern

Sew buttons onto chest flap, making sure they line up with the buttonholes. You’re done!

Find the ad-free, printable version of this pattern on Ravelry and Etsy. Thank you!

I would love to see a photo of your furry friend in their dapper new dog sweaters! Please share a photo with me by tagging @HeartHookHome on Instagram and Twitter, or share in the Heart Hook Home Crochet Community on Facebook.

Crochet Sweater Tutorial for Large Dogs

More for pets:

Dandy Dog Sweater: Easy Crochet Dog Sweater Pattern

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Comments

  1. Erin says

    Hello I want to start this pattern tonight hopefully, it looks fun!! But my dog’s chest is 30” (lg) but her neck is 20” (xxl)g) what size should I do the pattern. If I did the leg size can I just make the neck bigger?
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Erin! I think I would probably do the XL and go up a hook size for the neck portion, then down a hook size for the body. Hope this helps!
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  2. Tara says

    I love this sweater and would LOVE to make it but too much of a beginner to do so without a video to guide me. It would be awesome if you had time to make one. I’d even pay for access it if you were to monetize it. TIA!
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  3. Danielle Delaunay says

    Bonjour , j’ai commandé le patron pour le chandail de grandeur large. C’est la première fois que je vais sur votre site , j’ai fait le collier mais en relisant le patron , je ne suis pas certaine d’avoir crocheté les bonnes mailles donc vraiment pas sure que je ne devrai pas recommencer. Je suis du Québec et j’aimerais savoir c’est quoi pour vous les mailles suivantes: slst Sc Ms Tissez J’attends des réponses avec impatience
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  4. Kristina says

    Thank you so much for this pattern! I just finished one today for my 65 lbs boxer. I used sport wool, double stranded, so it came out to be close to a light worsted. I followed the XL pattern and it is a great fit. I’m not convinced I did the decreases correctly but that is on me. I’ll definitely be making this pattern again for my friend’s golden and possibly one for my sister’s Poodle! I wish there was a way to add a photo because I just love the look of my girl’s purple sweater.
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  5. Bobbi Jo says

    My sister has a Great Dane and she has been asking me for a sweater. Would the xxl be a good size for her dog? I don’t want to ask for measurements because I want it to be a surprise.
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  6. Kate says

    My brother’s dog loved her sweater! She’s an 8 month old Golden Retriever. Based on the measurements my brother gave me, I went with the XL, figuring she’s still growing. It fit her well with room to grow. My niece is jealous of the sweater, though, and wants one to match... Any chance there’s a kids’ sweater pattern with this stitch?
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  7. Kathy says

    Hi thanks for the awesome pattern. I am almost finished crocheting the large size sweater for my dog. However when l went to try it on him l realized it won’t be long enough for him. I only have about 10 more rows to go and need at least 5 more inches of length. I am new to crochet. Any suggestions on how to make it longer?
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  8. Sandra says

    I’m so confused on the part with the *, **, **. Not sure what code that is, and what I’m to do with it. But I think once I figure that out I might actually be able to understand the pattern better. Please help!!!
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Sandra! The stitch sets that are between asterisks are to be repeated the indicated number of times. For example, in rows 2 – 14 it says * (sc, dc) in next st, sk next st * repeat between * * 7 more times...you would put a sc and a dc in the next stitch and skip a stitch, then repeat that stitch set 7 more times. Hope this helps!
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  9. Erika says

    I’m struggling on row 2 of the back flap. I understand the chains are extending the flap but I’m confused how And when I am crocheting in them.
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  11. Brooke Konkle says

    For the chest/body, does it matter where you stick the increase (the sc,hdc sc,sc portion) along the row? I get distracted easy so if it’s not that important...
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Brooke! I spaced out the increases so they wouldn't stack on top of each other and create "V". As long as you don't put them in the same place every row, I don't think it would be a huge problem. Hope this helps!
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  12. Susan Bentley says

    Just wanted to let you know your pattern is great. Not exactly for a beginner but not hard either. I followed the directions step by step for the extra large and with only a minor adjustment (I had to size down a little around her belly) it fits my 75lb boxer perfectly! She is very large necked and large chested but otherwise slim. I will be making her another one. Thank you!
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  13. Merry Ann rosa says

    Great pattern. Not the easiest but great fit especially with no leg holes. Very easy to put on. Made one for my grand dog Lainey. Thanks!!
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  14. Mary Hartigan says

    Hi I love the pattern was wondering is there a way to make it longer considering am on the decreasing now ? Would be grateful for any tips thank you
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  15. Vicki Snyder says

    I have a do measuring 20 neck an 23 chest so his neck is extra extra large an chest is extra large . Then my other dog is 27 neck and 42 chest can I make adjustments to pattern. Thank you vicki
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  16. Morgan says

    Hi there! I really want to make this, but I’m already confused on the gauge swatch. I keep following the directions exactly as they’re written, but skipping every other stitch as the instructions say creates a curved shape instead of a normal square shaped swatch. I’ve already tried different hook sizes and adjusting my tension, but no matter what I do I get a curved shape instead of a straight line. I also don’t understand what the stars mean or what “repeat between” means. Please help!! And PLEASE make a full video tutorial!! I am a visual learner, and these written instructions are very confusing.
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  17. Gail Chiovaro says

    I love the look. But the picture shows stitches and rows that seem much larger than the gauge given. I've used an E book and matching yarn and still can barely match the gauge for the stitches but not the number of rows. Help, please!
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    • Morgan says

      Yes, I’m having the same issue as well. I really don’t understand how it’s possible to achieve the gauge stated with a worsted weight yarn, as I have done everything I can think of. Glad I’m not the only one who is having this problem.
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  19. Sarah says

    Hi! I am going to make the large size; however, my dog's neck is 17 and her chest 29. How do I make the neck bigger and the chest kept the same as the pattern? Thank you!
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Sarah! I would go up a hook size for the collar portion only, then go down for the body. Hope this helps!
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  20. mg says

    Hello I am really struggling with the back flap Row 1. If I sc,dc 27 times, that would be 54 stitches. I don't understand how to get to the stitch count of 90. Would love a video or something with more details. I am still a beginner so the details really matter. Much thanks!
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi! The stitch count of 90 includes the chains and the 2 sets of of *sc, dc* after the first 16 chains. 16+4+54+16=90 Hope this helps!
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      • Mia says

        Hi Sarah, thanks for this awesome pattern! I am really struggling with the back flap Row 1. I'm using the Large pattern and if I (sc,dc) 27 times in every other stitch the last chain ends on the chest flap. I know that isn't right so I'm not sure what's going wrong. So far my crochet looks just like the photo and fits my dog. I think I'm missing something? Here's what I have- I've chained 16 and attached it to the chest piece 14 stitches in from the front flap using (sc,dc) in that stitch. Then I'm beginning the (sc/dc) in every second stitch after that around the back. But before I reach a count of 27, I'm already back at the check flap lol. Please help :)
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        • Heart Hook Home says

          Hi Mia! It's hard to say without seeing exactly what going on. If you could send a pic along with your problem to [email protected] or to the Heart Hook Home Facebook page, we can try to get it sorted out.
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  21. Janet says

    Hello, Question, on the second row (yes, sorry off to a bad start hahah) you say do not turn. Is that a mistake? Thank you! P.s. btw love the sweater you are wearing on the picture
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Catalina! You could do the M with a hook 1 size larger, or the L with a hook 1 size smaller. Hope this helps!
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  25. Mandi says

    Are you able to provide some guidance for making this pattern larger again? My grand-dog has a 26” neck and 38” chest she’s a double mastiff. I’m not sure upsizing my hook will be quite enough to accommodate our girl!
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  26. Tracy says

    Would you happen to remember what size Jessee is wearing in the photo? I was hoping to make one for a friend who has a dog this size.
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  27. Carrie says

    Do you have a video for this sweater? I am a little confused on the increase. I end up with leftover stitches at the end or way more than I should. Only on round 13
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  28. Stephanie says

    This is an AWESOME pattern. With 2 dogs that are XL and one that is XXL it is impossible for me to find patterns that fit them. My moms got a dog with an XL chest, but a medium build. This pattern with the buttons makes it way easier for him to be able to wear a sweater since i can place the buttons in farther on the chest flap! Thank you so much for sharing this! 1 sweater down... 5 more to go. I should be done before it gets cold out! LOL
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    • Stephanie says

      Currently working on the XXL one and I believe the count is off on the back flap. it says to ch 20 and do the sc,dc and repeat 31 times. after all that and finishing it gives me 104 not 106.
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  29. Jie says

    hello, thank you for this beautiful pattern. I am a beginner. I am confused with the start of back flap. Does the chain form a loop on this? Row 1: Ch-(16, 18, 20), (sc, dc) in marked stitch Thank you.
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        • Ann says

          I don’t know what to do with the 2 / 16 sc chains please help dose the chain in the right form a loop and the left doesn’t Do you work the chains into the body some how I can’t move from here even read rest of instructions and can’t figure it out please help thanks
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          • Heart Hook Home says

            The chains are just extending the width of the back flap so that the back can wrap down and attach with buttons to the chest flap. Think of the 2 sets of chains as foundation chains, you will be working into those chains in row 2 just like you would be in a foundation chain. Does this help?

  30. Maria says

    Hi! I'm loving this pattern but I don't understand how to attach the yarn for the chest flap in row 30 (size L). I'm new to crochet and still learning!
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  31. Julie says

    I am trying to make this sweater for a golden retriever. My dilemma is which size to make. Her measurements suggest an XXL for the neck but only a L for the body. How could I merge the 2 pattern measurements into a customized sweater?
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  32. Jane says

    Thank you so much for sharing this. I have a standard labradoodle and I am making this for him. Will try to attach a pic when done. Thanks again!
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  33. Jean says

    Hibi am really struggling with the chest flap. Why are there on 2 rows on the pattern or have a missed part. I mean the part where you attach the buttons to. If the chest flap goes under the dog hoe can it only be 2 rows please help
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Jean! The chest flap will be 23, 25, or 27 rows depending on what size you are making.
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  35. Jan says

    I am making this beautiful dog coat atm ... I am on the collar ... I am turning when it says turn ... do I need to sew together at the end please? I joined after the first round so it is joined there Thank you ...
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  36. louise says

    Hi Im having trouble understanding the process after the chest flap, what do I do with the long chains? do i crochet right around the edge? I don't get it..please can you help?
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  37. Michelle du Plessis says

    Thank you, I crocheted the jersey for my dog but have a few questions: I use British crochet terms so used a site to see how to do American crochet stitches so am not sure if I made stitches too short. I used the XXL size. The jersey is lovely but needs a little tweaking. Would you be able to help. The collar on the site looks longer than mine (my collar is 2,5"), the finished length of the crocheted jersey is 21". It is also a little tight on his neck and short from neck to tail. My dog's measurements are: Neck 23", Chest 33, Tail to neck 30".
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  38. Kay Torrence says

    Oh I just saw this great pattern for dogs I think it is great and your stitch marker that you show that you used is darling where did you get it if you said I might of missed I was so loving the photos of your dog. :)
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Kay! I actually made those stitch markers! I have a tutorial on how you can make your own fab stitch markers which can be found here: https://hearthookhome.com/make-stitch-markers/
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  39. Lynn says

    I'm making the XXL sweater. I am up to the chest flap. the directions are as follows: Row 1: Ch-1, (sc, dc) in same st. * sk next st, (sc, dc) in next * repeat between * * (7, 8, 9) more times. Stitch count: (18, 20, 22) I come up with 18 stitches not 22. What am I missing? If I make a total of 11 sc, dc, I would get 22. Is that what I should do? TIA Lynn
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    • Heart Hook Home says

      Hi Lynn! You will have a total of 11 (sc,dc) stitch sets...the 1st, 2nd, then 9 repeats. Hope this helps!
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  41. Susan says

    Thank you for posting a sweater for larger dogs. There aren't many patterns for big furballs. I'm hoping the XXL will fit my small Great Dane.
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  42. Christine Winters says

    I love the looks of the sweater and I hope my girl will be happy with it and for some reason I am having trouble understanding row 12. Do I repeat the first part for set sk's then sc set then repeat the whole thing again, or do I do the first part once? Please help.
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  43. Jennifer says

    I have a half basset hound half cocker spaniel. Her measurements require an XL, but she isn't as long as a larger dog. I know I can try doing fewer rows on the back area, but I'm not sure how to adjust overall to make sure the button parts are ok
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  44. Jodi says

    Hi Ashlea, I've made the smaller dog sweaters for my grandpuppies and am trying to make this larger one for their older dog. My problem is I'm left handed so when I came to the "right side" part I'm not sure how to proceed. And as I look ahead I'm confused. Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you!
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      • Kelly Cherie Royston says

        Hi there!! I'm having trouble understanding how to crochet Row 12!! I did it like this... sk stitch, sc/dc next stitch, sc next stitch, hdc/sc next stitch, sc next stitch, sk stitch and repeat like the above!! Is that correct? If so my stitch numbers were way above 86!! I did send an email!! Thank yoh
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  45. Susan says

    Hi Ashlea! I Love this Big Dog sweater! It’s Absolutely Perfect and Awesome! Thank You Soooo Much! Kind Regards from Texas
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