Large Dog Sweater Knitting Pattern
THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS THAT SUPPORT HANDY LITTLE ME CONTENT AND FREE PATTERNS.Make your dog a cosy chunky sweater this month with this large dog sweater knitting pattern, to keep warm and look stylish when out in the park!
Jason wore his dog sweater on a recent visit to Mon Repos park here in Corfu, Greece.
He loves this park, as he often meets his buddies (+ many joggers) and has a good run around.
This pattern is available to print in both English and Spanish.
An Easy Level Knitting Pattern
This is an easy pattern for those of you who are advanced beginner level, and the techniques you will need to know are knit, purl, SKPO and K2tog.
Using mainly knit and purl stitches, it will also introduce you to decreasing and shaping.
*Please scroll down to see the free pattern*
The Yarn I Used
- I used super bulky yarn to knit the dog sweater.
- 2 x skeins of super bulky yarn I used Hayfield 100g bonus chunky in shade 0931.
- A good substitute would be Lion Brand Hometown USA.
- Anything that is suitable to use with 12mm (US 17) needles will be fine.

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This pattern is great for any advanced beginner knitters.
- You should be comfortable casting on and casting off, as well as knitting in garter stitch.
- You should be comfortable working the purl stitch.
- How to K2tog.
- You should also be comfortable reading knitting patterns.
- And understanding knitting abbreviations and terms.
Dog Sweaters For Large Dogs
Dogs love their knitted sweaters, not only do they look really cute, but it stops them from shivering in the bitterly cold weather.
Finding jumpers for large dogs can sometimes be difficult nevermind expensive, so making your own can be a lot cheaper.
This sweater pattern can be adjusted for your pet – by measuring their neck and back and adjusting the number of stitches you cast on.
Make your dog a cosy sweater for the colder months that they will love!
Purchase the inexpensive ad-free, PDF printable pattern in my shop here.
Make your dog a cosy chunky sweater this month with this free knitting pattern, to keep warm and look stylish when out in the park! Back Piece > Chest Piece > Sleeves > This dog sweater knits up quickly in super bulky yarn, and the simple design makes for a relaxing and enjoyable knit. Please do not copy, sell, redistribute or republish this pattern. If you wish to share this pattern, link to the pattern page only. You may sell items produced using this pattern. Do NOT use the copyrighted photos for your product listing. Gauge = 9 sts and 16 rows = 4in/10cm in garter stitch. Measurements > The back piece of the sweater measures – length = 28′′ / width = 12′′
Chest piece – length = 23′′ / width = 9′′
Sleeves – length = 3.5′′ / width = 6′′
To adapt for your dog – measure the length and width of the back/chest and adjust the pattern according to their measurements. Abbreviations > Approx = Approximately Beg = Begin(ning) Cont = Continue(ing) CO - Cast on K = Knit K2tog = Knit next 2 stitches together P – Purl Rem = Remaining Rep = Repeat Rnd(s) = Round(s) St(s) = Stitch(es) As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.Large Dog Sweater Knitting Pattern
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Happy Knitting! xoxo