11 Crochet Dog Free Patterns
If you love dogs and you love yarn, a crochet dog is one of the happiest things you can make. Puppies make sweet baby gifts, small pups make great keychains, and a breed look-alike is a gift any dog owner will keep forever.
Below you will find 11 free patterns we opened and checked one by one. There is a chunky no-sew puppy for beginners, a few breed dogs, a baby lovey and a tiny pug you can finish in an evening.
Crochet Dog Free Patterns
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What You’ll Need
- Ergonomic crochet hook set
- Worsted weight acrylic yarn
- Chenille or plush yarn for chunky pups
- Safety eyes with washers
- Polyester fiberfill stuffing
- Locking stitch markers
- Yarn needle set
1. Chunky No-Sew Puppy
Photo: Ana / Little Crochet Farm
This fluffy puppy is made with soft chenille yarn and a big 8 mm hook, so it grows fast. The best part is that there is no sewing. The ears are worked right onto the head, and the face is embroidered. It uses single crochet, bobbles and a few color changes, and there is a video if you get stuck. It stands about 5 inches tall.
- Designer: Ana / Little Crochet Farm
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Chenille yarn (plus a little sport weight for the face)
- Hook: 8 mm
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
2. Fuzz the Dog
Photo: Kati Brown / Hooked by Kati
Fuzz is a happy pup lying flat with his legs splayed out, a big blue nose and floppy ears. He is about 5 inches tall and 7 inches long, a nice size for little hands. You only need single crochet, double crochet, increases and decreases, which makes him a good first dog if you have made one or two amigurumi before.
- Designer: Kati Brown / Hooked by Kati
- Skill level: Easy
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
3. Dusty the Dog
Photo: Petra Salisbury / Cuddly Stitches Craft
Dusty is a sitting puppy that looks a lot like a cocker spaniel, with long brown ears, a cream face and a ribbon bow. He is about 8 inches tall when seated. Each part is made on its own and sewn together, and the paw pads are made with cotton thread for a sweet detail. Choose this one when you want a classic, cuddly toy.
- Designer: Petra Salisbury / Cuddly Stitches Craft
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Sport (#2), or DK for a slightly bigger dog
- Hook: 3 mm (C/2)
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
4. Petey Pug Puppy
Photo: Jade / Sweet Softies
Petey is a tiny chibi pug with a big head, a beige body and dark brown ears and nose. He is only about 3 inches tall, so he works up quickly and makes a cute keychain or desk buddy. The pattern uses the basic amigurumi stitches: magic ring, single crochet, increase and decrease. Pug lovers will want a whole pile of these.
- Designer: Jade / Sweet Softies
- Skill level: Beginner
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
5. Little Scottie Dog
Photo: Sarah Shrimpton / Annaboo’s House
This Scottie is made from two flat pieces that you single crochet together, stuff, and finish with a ribbon at the neck. Because it is flat, it is one of the easiest dogs on this list. It works well as an ornament, a bag charm or a small gift for someone who loves terriers. Only basic stitches are used.
- Designer: Sarah Shrimpton / Annaboo’s House
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern (designer used a cotton yarn)
- Hook: 4 mm (G)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
6. Amigurumi Yorkie
Photo: Pam G / Crochet Parfait
This little Yorkshire terrier is about 7 inches tall, with button eyes and an embroidered nose. The fun part is the hair: you add strands of floss and shiny yarn and tie them up between the ears, just like a real Yorkie. The pattern is a translation of a Japanese design. Read the comments first, since readers posted fixed counts for a few rounds.
- Designer: Pam G / Crochet Parfait
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Worsted (#4)
- Hook: 2.75 mm (C)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
7. Mini Valentine’s Day Puppy
Photo: Melissa’s Crochet Patterns (Ravelry)
This small puppy was made with Valentine’s Day in mind, but a little dog is a sweet gift any time of year. It is a free download on Ravelry, so you will need a free Ravelry account to save the PDF. Make one in pink or red for a love-themed basket, or in brown and white for an everyday pup.
- Designer: Melissa’s Crochet Patterns (Ravelry)
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Aran (#4)
- Hook: 3.25 mm (D)
- Price: Free (Ravelry download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
8. Pomp-a-Poodle
Photo: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
This poodle uses a fun pom-pom style yarn to get that curly, puffy poodle coat without any hard stitch work. The body is made with regular Red Heart Super Saver, and the puffy parts come from the novelty yarn. It is a cheerful, cuddly toy and a great pick for someone who owns a poodle or doodle.
- Designer: Red Heart / Yarnspirations
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver plus Pomp-a-Doodle (see pattern for weight)
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free (PDF download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
9. Amigurumi Sausage Dog
Photo: DMC
This dachshund from DMC is made with Pearl Cotton, so the stitches have a soft shine and look very neat. The size depends on the thickness of the cotton you choose: thicker thread gives you a bigger dog. It is a small, detailed piece that looks lovely on a shelf next to other little animals.
- Designer: DMC
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Yarn: DMC Pearl Cotton (any thickness)
- Hook: see pattern
- Price: Free (PDF download)
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
10. Puppy Dog Lovey
Photo: Sarah / Repeat Crafter Me
This one is a baby lovey: a crochet puppy head and four little paws sewn onto a soft fleece blanket. It uses half double crochet, single crochet and double crochet. The fleece edge needs a skip stitch blade, and the edging is shown in a linked video. It makes a lovely baby shower gift for a dog-loving family.
- Designer: Sarah / Repeat Crafter Me
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: see pattern (designer used Vanna’s Choice)
- Hook: 5 mm (H)
- Price: Free
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
11. Small Fluffy Dog
Photo: Stella / Stella’s Yarn Universe
This tiny white dog looks soft and fluffy because the designer holds a fine alpaca yarn and a boucle yarn together. It is only about 3 inches long, with embroidered nose and mouth. The legs are crocheted right onto the body, so there is less sewing. A DK cotton option makes an even smaller pup.
- Designer: Stella / Stella’s Yarn Universe
- Skill level: see pattern
- Yarn: Fingering (#1) + aran boucle held together, or DK (#3)
- Hook: 3.5 mm (E), or 2.5 mm for DK
- Price: Free written pattern + paid PDF
- Get the pattern: Get the free pattern →
Which One Should You Make?
- First crochet dog ever? Start with #1. Big yarn, big hook and no sewing.
- Need a quick gift or keychain? Make #4 or #5. Both are small and fast.
- Want a breed look-alike? Try #5 (Scottie), #6 (Yorkie), #8 (poodle) or #9 (dachshund).
- Making a baby gift? #10 is a soft lovey, and #2 is a nice size for little hands.
- Want a classic shelf-worthy toy? Go with #3 or #11.
FAQ
What yarn is best for a crochet dog?
Worsted weight acrylic is the easiest choice. It is cheap, comes in many colors and holds its shape. For a soft, cuddly puppy, try chenille or plush yarn with a bigger hook, like #1. For tiny, neat dogs, a thinner cotton or sport yarn gives cleaner details.
Are crochet dogs safe for babies?
Safety eyes can come loose, so for babies and kids under three, embroider the eyes and nose with yarn instead. Sew all parts on very firmly and check them often. Pattern #10 is a lovey, so keep small parts off it and use embroidery for the face.
How long does it take to crochet a dog?
Small dogs like #4 or #5 can be done in one or two evenings. Medium dogs like #2 or #3 often take a weekend because of the sewing. A chunky no-sew pup like #1 can be finished in a few hours once you know the stitches.
Pick the pup that matches your favorite breed, grab some yarn, and have fun making a dog that never needs a walk.