Bring the loyal charm of a Dog to life with this Amigurumi Dog crochet pattern! 🐶✨ With its floppy ears, wagging tail, and adorable expression, this design captures the essence of man’s best friend in yarn form. Whether you’re crafting for a pet-inspired décor piece, a heartfelt gift, or simply love dog-themed amigurumi, this FREE pattern is a fantastic addition to your collection.
Designed for crocheters of all skill levels, this pattern allows for customization in fur textures, ear shapes, and even tiny accessories like embroidered details or a miniature collar to enhance its personality. Choose classic golden, brown, or black hues for a realistic look or experiment with pastel tones for a whimsical twist! Whether displayed as part of a pet-themed setup or gifted to a fellow crochet enthusiast, this amigurumi dog is sure to impress.
Grab your hook, select your favorite yarn, and let’s bring this adorable pup to life—one stitch at a time! 🧶✨
🐶 Amigurumi Dog Crochet Pattern
This sweet and cuddly amigurumi pup is full of charm with its floppy ears, round snout, and white stripe detail. Perfect for pet lovers, children’s gifts, or anyone who needs a loyal handmade companion!
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes basic shaping, color changes, and sewing separate parts.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 9–11 inches (23–28 cm) tall using worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in:
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Light brown (main body and limbs)
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White (belly, muzzle, paws, and face stripe)
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Black (embroidery for mouth)
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3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook
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12 mm safety eyes
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Plastic dog nose (or black yarn for embroidery)
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Polyfill stuffing
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same stitch)
dec – Decrease (sc two stitches together)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
🐾 Head (start with white for the center stripe)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc around (36)
— Switch to light brown after center stripe is 1/3 of the way around -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
— Insert eyes between Rounds 10–11, spaced 6–7 stitches apart
— Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
🟤 Muzzle (white)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. sc around (18)
Stuff lightly, FO and sew centered under the eyes. Add embroidered mouth and plastic nose or satin stitch.
🟤 Body (start with white for chest)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
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(3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
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(4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–10. sc around (36)
— Switch to brown
11–18. sc around (36) -
(4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
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(3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly -
(1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
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dec x6 (6), FO and close
🐾 Ears (make 2 – brown)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
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(2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
4–9. sc around (12)
Flatten, FO and sew symmetrically on sides of the head.
🐾 Arms (make 2 – brown with white cuffs)
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Start with white: MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
3–4. sc around (12) -
Switch to brown: sc around (12)
6–10. sc around (12) -
(2 sc, dec) x3 (9)
Stuff lightly, FO and sew to sides of the upper body.
🐾 Legs (make 2 – brown with white paw stripe)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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inc x6 (12)
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(1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
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(2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
5–6. sc around (24) -
Switch to white, sc around (24)
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Switch to brown, sc around (24)
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(2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
10–13. sc around (18)
Stuff firmly and sew to base of body.
🐾 Tail (brown)
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MR, 6 sc (6)
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(1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–8. sc around (9)
Stuff lightly and sew to back base of body.
✂️ Finishing Touches
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Sew muzzle and embroider the mouth with black yarn.
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Attach nose or embroider one with satin stitch.
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Sew ears with a gentle curve downward for a floppy look.
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Stitch white belly patch and stripe in place if made separately.
This pup is a perfect snuggle buddy, and the classic look makes it suitable for any color combination or personalization! 🐾🧶
