As a kid, I would beg my parents for a dog. I mean, what’s not to love about a fur baby who licks you and has the cutest nose? Also, around the same period, I had an obsession with Barbie dolls, in particular, with dressing them up. So, for my sixteenth birthday when I finally got that dog I had been asking for, I’m sure you can imagine how I combined my two hobbies. I started crocheting sweaters for my dog (and even though he runs away when I try to put them on, I know he loves them somewhere….deep…deep…deep down inside of him).
Two years later, I love making these sweaters, and my dog? He still likes to run when he sees I’ve finished yet another pattern.
In light of my two-year “making-my-dog-wear-crochet-sweaters” anniversary, I figured I’d show you some of my favorite crochet dog (and cat) sweater patterns.
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Here are the 25 coziest crochet dog (and cat) sweaters
01
Cozy Crochet Dog Sweater
Look at that face, anything would look good on a face like that! This sweater is giving me “Is the dress blue and gold or blue and black” vibes. You can let your Instagram followers decide the color after you make this super easy design.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
02
Dachshund/Small Dog Crochet Jumper
Don’t you wish the dachshund came with the couch? I love the matching with the pillow and couch on this one! What’s cool about this is you can switch out the sweater color easily to match your own furniture. Get your dachshund ready for a photoshoot!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
03
Bubble Stitch Pet Scarf
Excuse me, who let this cutie look this good? My grandma would be jealous of this scarf. You can make your dog and your grandma matching scarves, how cute would that be!
Size: Small
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
04
Dandy Dog Sweater
If you’re looking for something easy for your spring road trip, this design is perfect! It’s super simple, and I mean SUPER, you can whip this up in no time so it’s perfect if you’re a beginner.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
05
Dandy Dog Holiday Sweater Variations
Ho ho ho! This Santa will definitely eat the cookies on your counter (and the milk, and maybe the gifts). In all seriousness, this pattern is super easy to follow and I think your dog will love it (unlike mine who tried to run away).
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
06
Crochet Family Dog Sweater (Video)
Those puppy dog eyes are just BEGGING you to make this sweater for your own dog. This is a YouTube video that is 44 minutes long, yes 44. But, fear not, this is an in-depth tutorial that makes it so much easier for beginners. Go along now, you don’t want to keep those puppy dog eyes waiting any longer.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
07
Baby Yoda-Inspired Puppy Dog Sweater
If you’re a Star Wars fan, don't miss out our Star Wars crochet article. You can pair up any of those projects with this one. It can be your DIY Star-Wars-Puppy photoshoot! I, for one, will be doing that exact thing. P.S. they have three different sizes.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
08
Crochet Cat Sweater Stevens
Here is the cat one you’ve been waiting for (I’m looking at you, cat mom)! If you have an orange kitty, you have to try this! Look how well the colors of the sweater go with the cat, simply irresistible! Please, please (please) send me a picture if you do this one.
Size: Small
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
09
Chihuahua Sweater
SO. MANY. OPTIONS. Okay, fine, I’ll take all of them, please. These little designs are perfect for your mini-doodles, chihuahuas or even cats. Not only are they easy to create, but their little hands will also fit right through those holes. ADORABLE.
Size: Small
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
10
Easy Pullover Dog Sweater
These puppers are definitely my favorite couple now, sorry Tom and Zendaya you’re #2 now… talk to me when you have matching crochet sweaters. Guys, these sweaters are straightforward to create and they look so cute on any pup (or kitty).
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
11
The Poet Dog Sweater
You know that thing where if someone talks to a dog like they would talk to a human (without the squeaky voice), you’re not supposed to trust them? Well, if someone made their dog a sweater like this one, I would automatically trust them. This one is just so simple yet classy, it reminds me of old money. Someone get this pup a book and cigar!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
12
Adorable Dog Coat
Oh, Madame, how elegant she is. If your dog would win every beauty pageant there is, this sweater is for them. This one is also easy to make and even has those little ruffles on the end, so adorable!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
13
Large Dog Sweater
I love this! You normally wouldn’t think to put a sweater on such a big hunting dog but it fits like a glove! This is just adorable in every sense, look at that handsome fellow rocking a yellow sweater! Your dog will thank you for this one, and you can thank me later.
Size: Large
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
14
Vintage Dog Sweater
Okay! It’s giving 1960s and I love it. I love vintage items, you’ll find me at the thrift store 24/7. This one is perfect because it’s easy to make and it wraps around your doggy to keep all parts of him tight and warm!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
15
Christmas Jumper
What a perfect sweater for a day at the beach! It’s practical (in case your dog runs away like mine) and it’s adorable, what more could you ask for? This one is easy to make, even though it looks a little complicated, and it’ll get you in the Christmas spirit.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
16
3 Sizes Crochet Dog Sweatercoat
If you have three different-sized dogs, this one is PURFECT for you! These sweaters are warm, cozy, and cute, your dogs will thank you when they get their photo next to the Christmas tree in this!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
17
Granny Square Dog Coat
Remember that scarf I said granny would like? Yeah, you better make them matching sweaters too. This is a cool vintage turtle neck that will make all the other dogs jealous of yours!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Intermediate
Paid Pattern
18
Dog Christmas Sweaters Tree & Reindeer
This one works like magic! It just slips right on your dog’s torso. For me, when my dog tries to run away, designs like these make it easier to catch him. Jokes aside, this one is so easy to put on, it’ll keep your fur baby warm and the Instagram comments jealous.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
19
Bernat Posh Pooch Dog Coat
This is giving purple Where’s Waldo vibes and I LOVE it. Maybe you can teach your dog to play hide and seek and it’ll be a game of Where’s [Your Dog’s Name]. BRB, gonna go do that right now!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
20
Pink Grey Dog Jumper
Okay, I’m back, but I might have to leave soon to make this one too! I love the two colors, it makes the sweater look like a collared shirt. Take your dog to workday but with this cute sweater to distract your co-workers.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
21
Chihuahua Sweater and Hat
Excuse me, I’m going to need a couple of minutes to recover from that cute tongue paired with an even cuter sweater. Some people don’t like hats but hey, Hatters gonna hat. This one is so so so easy to make and it has that classy, chic, unique look. If you can recreate this picture with your pup, you win in life.
Size: Small
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
22
Beaded Dog Sweater
The goodest boy on the planet is here to tell you pearls on sweaters are in, and he’s your proof. He is absolutely rocking that sweater, and your dog can too! Seriously, it’s simple to make and even easier to put on. So put on your pearls and get your dog some too.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
23
Cowl Neck Crochet Dog Coat
Hello? Prince William? Is that you? Look how absolutely royal this is! The little buttons really do it for me! Perfect Halloween costume for your pup. You can be the queen and they can be your son, the prince.
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Free Pattern
24
Minnie's Turtleneck
All I want for Christmas is…. a crocheted sweater that comes with a cute dog like this one. Yeah, that rhymes. I love the turtle neck with this one, you can definitely find a matching outfit for yourself and wear it out in the sweater weather!
Size: Medium
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
25
Small Pet Stripy Sweater
Okay, I know I only have two cats in this post but they are the best two cat sweaters ever! Just look at the color combination with this one! It’s like watching a sunset on your furbaby. This one is also super easy to make (like all the ones on this blog) and your cat might thank you… or maybe scratch you… I’m not sure but good luck!
Size: Small
Difficulty: Easy
Paid Pattern
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About the author
Astha Bhandari
Hey I’m Astha! I love listening to music, writing, and painting. My favorite thing to do is try new things and listen to new perspectives. I try to learn one new thing every day. I’m also a student at Stanford University studying on the Pre-Law track. I hope you enjoyed reading as much as I enjoyed writing :)
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