Bring a touch of bravery to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi German Shepherd Police Dog pattern! With its alert ears, proud stance, and uniform-ready charm, this pup is ready to serve and protect—in the most huggable way possible. Whether you’re honoring a real-life K9 hero, crafting a gift for a dog lover, or adding a courageous companion to your amigurumi lineup, this pattern lets you stitch up a loyal friend full of heart and heroism. 🐾🧶🚓
Designed for detail and personality, this pattern invites you to play with classic black-and-tan yarns, expressive features, and fun extras like a tiny police vest, badge, or even a mini walkie-talkie. Add a name tag, a service patch, or customize the uniform to match your local heroes. Whether perched on a shelf, gifted with gratitude, or guarding your craft corner, this German Shepherd Police Dog is a bold and satisfying project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade valor to every stitch! 💖✨🐶
🐕🦺 Amigurumi German Shepherd Police Dog Crochet Pattern
Celebrate the brave K9 heroes with this striking amigurumi German Shepherd in a police vest! Featuring realistic tan and black colorwork, alert ears, and a detailed K9 UNIT vest, this loyal companion makes a powerful display or heartfelt gift.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Includes shaping, color changes, and accessory pieces.
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 30–35 cm (12–14 in) seated using worsted weight yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm crochet hook.
🧶 Materials
- Worsted weight yarn:
- Black (main color)
- Beige or Tan (paws, muzzle, ear inner, patch markings)
- Dark Gray (vest)
- Red (collar)
- White (optional embroidery or felt for “K9 UNIT”)
- 3.0 mm crochet hook
- Safety eyes (12–14 mm)
- Safety nose or black yarn to embroider
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch marker
- Fiberfill stuffing
- Black felt or yarn for lettering
- Optional: dog tag charm
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
FO – Fasten Off
BLO – Back Loop Only
🐾 Head (Start with black)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–14. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), FO
Stuff firmly. Insert safety eyes between Rounds 9–10. Stitch tan patch markings with beige yarn on both cheeks and brows.
🐽 Muzzle (Black + Tan)
- With black: MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–5. sc around (18)
Switch to tan:
6–7. sc around (18)
FO. Stuff lightly. Sew below eyes. Attach safety nose or embroider.
👂 Ears (Make 2 – Inner & Outer)
Inner (Tan):
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
- (2 sc, inc) x3 (12)
4–5. sc around (12)
FO
Outer (Black):
Repeat same pattern. Place inner inside outer ear and sc around with black yarn. Fold base and sew on top of head.
🐶 Body (Start with black)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
6–12. sc around (30)
Switch to red (for collar): - sc around (30)
Switch back to black:
14–17. sc around (30) - (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6), FO
Stuff firmly. Embroider fur pattern lines with beige on shoulders and sides.
🐾 Legs (Make 4 – Tan → Black → Tan)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- inc x6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–6. With tan: sc around (18)
Switch to black:
7–9. sc around (18)
Switch to tan:
10–12. sc around (18) - dec x9 (9), FO
Sew front legs straight under chest. Back legs are curved slightly to simulate sitting.
🐕 Tail (Black)
- MR, 6 sc (6)
- (1 sc, inc) x3 (9)
3–12. sc around (9) - dec x3 (6), FO
Sew to back bottom.
🦴 K9 Vest (Dark Gray)
Main Vest Panel:
- ch 24, turn
- sc across (24)
3–10. sc rows for total height
Fasten off. Sew around the dog’s torso like a wrap. Use black yarn or felt to create “K9 UNIT” lettering and stitch or glue in place.
Side Straps:
- ch 12
- sc across, FO
Sew straps under belly and side. You can also crochet an extra patch for the back.
🧷 Red Collar
- ch 40 (or fit to neck circumference)
- sc across, FO
Attach metal charm or crocheted tag to front.
🎯 Optional Embellishments
- Add small Velcro strip to make vest removable
- Attach a tiny walkie-talkie accessory
- Create a nameplate with gold embroidery
💡 Tips for Color Changing
When switching colors (like for the legs or muzzle), insert the hook into the last stitch of the current color, yarn over with the new color, and pull through to finish the stitch. Continue crocheting with the new color and crochet over the yarn tail to secure the join.
This powerful pup is the perfect way to show love for working dogs! Whether you’re honoring a real-life K9 hero or gifting to a dog lover, this amigurumi shepherd will stand proud on any shelf or desk. 🦴🐾💙
