March into handmade heroism with this bold and brilliant Amigurumi Chief Bogo crochet pattern! 🧶🦬💼 Inspired by the tough-but-tender police chief from Zootopia, this buffalo brings big personality to your yarn stash—with his signature uniform, stern expression, and a heart that secretly beats for pop music. Whether you’re crafting for a fan of the film, building a character collection, or just love stitching up strong, expressive figures, Chief Bogo is ready to take charge of your crochet lineup.
Designed with detail and attitude, this pattern invites you to explore sculpted shaping, textured accessories, and fun extras like his badge, belt, or even a tiny Gazelle poster hidden behind his desk. Customize his look with bold blues and earthy tones, or add embroidered touches to reflect his no-nonsense charm. Whether perched on a shelf, gifted to a Zootopia enthusiast, or starring in a handmade city scene, this Chief Bogo Amigurumi is a powerful and satisfying project—perfect for stitching up a little handmade justice, one loop at a time! 💖✨🚨
🐃 Amigurumi Police Buffalo (Chief Bogo) Crochet Pattern
This commanding and expressive police buffalo stands tall in his uniform, complete with bold horns, a detailed cap, and crossed arms full of authority. This pattern recreates every feature as seen in the reference: the taupe body, blue police uniform, tall curved horns, large hat badge, and folded arms. Perfect for intermediate crocheters who love sculpted, character-rich amigurumi.
🧶 Materials & Yarn Amounts
Worsted or velvet/amigurumi plush yarn (4 or 5 weight):
• Taupe / Warm Brown-Grey (head, body, arms, ears) — approx. 120–140 g
• Light Grey (horns) — approx. 40 g
• Blue (uniform shirt and pants) — approx. 80–100 g
• Black (boots, belt, eyebrows, visor, nose, tie, pouches) — approx. 40 g
• White (cap stripe) — approx. 10 g
• Gold/Yellow (badges, belt buckle) — approx. 10 g
• Pale Beige (muzzle) — approx. 15 g
Other materials:
• 3.5–4.0 mm hook
• 12–14 mm safety eyes
• Polyfill stuffing
• Tapestry needle
• Stitch markers
• Small piece of black felt (optional for uniform details)
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic ring
sc – Single crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip stitch
ch – Chain
FLO – Front loop only
BLO – Back loop only
FO – Fasten off
🐃 Head
Use taupe yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Round 7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
Rounds 8–16: sc around (42)
Round 17: (5 sc, dec) ×6 (36)
Round 18: (4 sc, dec) ×6 (30)
Round 19: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Round 20: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Round 21: (1 sc, dec) ×6 (12)
Stuff firmly and shape the face so the snout sits forward.
Round 22: dec ×6 (6), FO and close.
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 10–11, spaced widely to match expression.
🐽 Snout
Use pale beige yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Rounds 5–7: sc around (24)
Round 8: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff lightly. Sew centered low on the face with the top slightly overlapping the eye line.
Nose
Use black yarn.
Embroider two large vertical ovals, then add a short straight mouth line.
👀 Eyebrows
Use black yarn.
Create two thick embroidered bars slanting downward for a stern expression. Avoid crocheted pieces—embroider directly for realism.
👂 Ears (Make 2)
Use taupe yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
Rounds 3–7: sc around (9)
Round 8: (1 sc, dec) ×3 (6)
Flatten, do not stuff.
Sew under the horns, angled outward.
🐂 Horns (Make 2)
Use light grey yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
Rounds 3–12: sc around (9)
Round 13: (1 sc, dec) ×3 (6)
Stuff lightly. Bend into a curve. Sew on top sides of the head, symmetrical.
🧍 Body
Use taupe.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Rounds 6–10: sc around (30)
Switch to blue:
Rounds 11–22: sc around (30)
Round 23: (3 sc, dec) ×6 (24)
Round 24: (2 sc, dec) ×6 (18)
Stuff well. FO.
👖 Legs (Make 2)
Begin with black (boots).
Round 1: MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rounds 3–7: sc around (12)
Switch to blue:
Rounds 8–18: sc around (12)
Stuff firmly. FO.
Sew legs evenly to bottom of the body. The boots should be tall and straight.
💪 Arms (Folded Position, Make 2)
Use taupe yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Rounds 3–15: sc around (12)
Light stuffing only in the lower half (hands stay soft for folding).
Sew the two arms together in a crossing position, then attach as one piece across the chest.
🦺 Uniform Details
Shoulder Patches (Make 2)
Use gold yarn.
Round 1: Ch 5, sc in each (4)
Round 2: ch 1, turn, sc across (4)
Sew to upper arms.
Chest Badge
Use gold yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc (6)
Round 2: (1 sc, inc) ×3 (9)
Round 3: shape: [hdc, dc, dc, sl st, dc, dc, hdc] around
Sew on the left chest.
Belt
Use black yarn.
Ch long enough to wrap around waist.
Work 1 row sc.
Sew in place.
Belt Buckle
Use gold yarn.
Ch 8, sl st to form a loop.
Wrap with sc to thicken.
Attach centered.
Belt Pouches
Use black yarn.
Make two small rectangles and sew onto belt sides.
🧢 Police Hat
Use blue yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) ×6 (18)
Round 4: (2 sc, inc) ×6 (24)
Round 5: (3 sc, inc) ×6 (30)
Round 6: (4 sc, inc) ×6 (36)
Round 7: (5 sc, inc) ×6 (42)
Rounds 8–12: sc around (42)
Add white stripe:
Round 13: switch to white, sc around (42)
Return to blue:
Rounds 14–16: sc around (42)
Visor (Black)
Ch 22
Row 1: hdc in each
Row 2: hdc inc across to create curve
FO and sew to hat base.
Hat Badge
Use gold yarn.
Round 1: MR, 6 sc
Round 2: inc ×6 (12)
Round 3: shape with dc and hdc to form pointed shield
Sew centered on the white stripe.
Place hat slightly forward on the head.
🐃 Tail
Use taupe.
Round 1: MR, 4 sc
Rounds 2–10: sc around (4)
FO and sew to the back. No tuft.
🧷 Assembly
• Attach head to body securely.
• Position horns symmetrically and add ears beneath them.
• Sew crossed arms high on the chest.
• Attach legs evenly for a stable standing pose.
• Add belt details and shoulder patches.
• Place and sew the hat tilted slightly forward.
• Embroider final facial details if needed.
✨ Final Touch
Your police buffalo is now complete—stern, powerful, and full of character! Perfect as a display piece, gift, or part of a themed amigurumi collection.
