Get ready to fall head over heels for this Amigurumi Floppy-Eared Puppy—a cuddly companion with oversized ears, a sweet little snout, and a whole lot of personality! Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just dipping your toes into the world of amigurumi, this pup is the perfect project to bring a smile to your face. With its soft curves and gentle expression, it’s the kind of handmade friend that feels like a warm hug in yarn form. 🐶💕
From playful paws to that adorably droopy tail, every stitch of this floppy-eared cutie is designed to delight. You can customize its colors to match your favorite breed or go wild with whimsical shades for a one-of-a-kind pup. Perfect as a gift for dog lovers, nursery decor, or just a cheerful addition to your crochet shelf, this pattern is a joyful celebration of all things snuggly and sweet. So grab your hook and let’s stitch up some puppy love! 🧶✨
🐾 Amigurumi Floppy-Eared Puppy Crochet Pattern
Bring this cuddly little companion to life with your crochet hook! With oversized ears, embroidered paws, and a cute little tongue sticking out, this mini pup is a perfect palm-sized friend.
✨ Skill Level
Beginner to Intermediate – Requires basic shaping and embroidery.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 10–12 cm (4–5 inches) tall when using DK yarn and a 2.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
- DK weight cotton yarn in:
- Light beige (main body and ears)
- White (muzzle, belly, paw tips)
- Brown (paw pads, nose, embroidery)
- Pink (tongue)
- 2.5 mm crochet hook
- 6 mm black safety eyes
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
- MR – Magic Ring
- ch – Chain
- sc – Single Crochet
- inc – Increase (2 sc in one st)
- dec – Decrease (sc 2 sts together)
- sl st – Slip Stitch
- st(s) – Stitch(es)
- FO – Fasten Off
🐶 Pattern Instructions
🧠 Head (Beige)
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc x6 [12]
- (sc, inc) x6 [18]
- (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
- (3 sc, inc) x6 [30]
6–10. sc around [30] - (3 sc, dec) x6 [24]
- (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
- (sc, dec) x6 [12]
Stuff well. - dec x6 [6]
FO, weave in end.
🐾 Body (White)
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc x6 [12]
- (sc, inc) x6 [18]
- (2 sc, inc) x6 [24]
5–7. sc around [24] - (2 sc, dec) x6 [18]
- (sc, dec) x6 [12]
- sc around [12]
Stuff. - dec x6 [6]
FO, leave tail for sewing.
👂 Ears (Make 2, Beige)
- ch 6
- Starting from 2nd ch from hook: sc 5
3–10. ch 1, turn, sc across [5] - ch 1, turn, dec, sc, dec [3]
- ch 1, turn, sc across [3]
- ch 1, turn, dec, sc [2]
- ch 1, turn, dec [1]
FO, leave tail to sew on sides of the head.
🐾 Arms (Make 2 – White tip + Beige arm)
Start with White:
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc x6 [12]
- sc around [12]
Change to Beige:
4–6. sc around [12]
Stuff lightly. - (2 sc, dec) x3 [9]
- sc around [9]
FO, leave tail to sew.
Embroider 3 brown lines for paw detail using brown yarn on the white section.
🐾 Legs (Make 2 – White tip + Beige leg)
Start with White:
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc x6 [12]
- sc around [12]
Change to Beige:
4–5. sc around [12]
Stuff. - (sc, dec) x4 [8]
- sc around [8]
FO, leave tail to sew.
Add a brown circle paw pad to the center of the foot with surface embroidery or a small circle (MR, 6 sc in brown), then embroider lines around it like claws.
🐽 Muzzle (White)
- MR, 6 sc [6]
- inc x6 [12]
- (sc, inc) x6 [18]
- sc around [18]
FO, leave long tail to sew under the eyes.
Add nose: MR with brown yarn, 6 sc, sl st to first, FO. Sew to top center of the muzzle.
Mouth embroidery: With brown yarn, stitch an upside-down “Y” shape below the nose.
👅 Tongue (Pink)
- MR, 5 sc
- sc around [5]
- Flatten, sl st closed
FO, sew tongue slightly sticking out beneath the muzzle.
👀 Eyes & Face
- Attach 6 mm safety eyes between rounds 6–7 of the head, spaced approx. 6 stitches apart.
- Use brown yarn to embroider eyebrows above each eye for expression.
🧷 Assembly Instructions
- Sew the muzzle centered below the eyes.
- Add tongue under the muzzle.
- Sew arms to sides of the body.
- Attach legs at the bottom front.
- Sew ears slightly drooping on the head sides.
- Attach head to body securely.
- Weave in all ends.
✨ Finishing Touches
- Use a slicker brush to gently fluff any cotton yarn fuzz for extra softness.
- Add blush using pink pastel or blush makeup on cheeks for charm.
- Add a ribbon or mini tag around the neck if desired!
💕 Final Words
This floppy-eared pup is the perfect tiny gift for dog lovers or a sweet little keychain buddy. You can customize it in different colors to resemble your own pet! Have fun stitching and don’t forget to share your creation with fellow crocheters 🧶🐶
