How to knit a sweater for a dog (for beginners)

Our beloved pets are so sweet and believe in us so much. The owner of the dog is already convinced that the dog is man's best friend. Let's insulate our “pet” and give them a charming and warm blouse.

A knitted sweater for a dog is what he needs on cool days. A huge advantage of a knitted sweater for a dog is that it will be true to size. You couldn't ask for anything better.

Selection of yarn and knitting needles

Yarn and knitting needles are selected together. Depending on the model, you need to choose a knitting needle. If the raglan model is something you see very often, then you should definitely choose double needles. Regular knitting needles with eyes will serve as good friends for making classic patterns.

You need to carefully choose the yarn for your “favorite”; cheap and cold ones are not suitable.

A dog, like a child, requires warmth and affection. This is exactly what the yarn should be like. The yarn is selected for the cold season, and the more warm fibers it contains, the better.

Features of knitting a sweater for a dog on knitting needles

To create a sweater for a dog, you need to go through several steps:

Stage 1: taking measurements

When measuring, take into account that the “pet” will be active in the finished sweater and therefore immediately make adjustments of a few centimeters:

• product length (from collar to tail);
• width of the product (between the front and back paws);
• back and chest circumference;
• distance between paws;
• waist (abdomen) circumference;
• OL - paw circumference;
• ОШ - neck circumference.

The peculiarity of a dog sweater is that the back is usually knitted wider and longer; especially for a dachshund, models need longer lengths. Let's walk through step by step for beginners how to properly knit a warm sweater for a dog with your own hands.

Important! All measurements presented should be taken when the dog is in a relaxed state.

Stage 2: Gate

Based on the measurements, a set of loops is made and then the neck is knitted.

More often the collar is simply done with an elastic band.

Important! The neck for a dog is not made long so that it does not interfere with the “pet”.

Stage 3: Raglan

The length of the raglan will depend on your measurements, as will all the details of this product.

Stage 4: sleeves

The loops for the sleeve will be closer to each other on the side of the front piece.

Stage 5: back/front

After reaching the required length, you need to make an elastic band and close the loops.

Knitting pattern

A sample (about 10-12 cm) is no small thing. We cast on loops on 2 knitting needles, then transfer them to 1 knitting needle, and use the 2nd knitting needle to knit the selected pattern. It is advisable to wash the sample, perhaps the yarn will shrink, then calculate the number of loops for the pet.

After all, it is this small detail that will help you accurately calculate the required number of loops for any part of the sweater.

Knit stitch - knit one row with only knit stitches, the next with purl stitches, then repeat the rows.

All this is done before the knitting stage.

Advice! It is advisable to outline a small plan and draw a pattern, recording all the measurements and converting everything into loops.

Step-by-step description of knitting a sweater for a pet

It's easier to make a sweater for your pet with detailed and clear descriptions. We offer you interesting 4 models of sweaters for dogs, made on knitting needles. The dogs in these things are simply adorable, and the handsome dogs themselves will not want to take them off after a walk.

Model 1

Sweater with Norwegian pattern in gray it will look chic on a small dog (for a miniature poodle or Yorkie).

To work you need:

• yarn of matching colors;
• knitting needles No. 3.

Description:

We cast on the required number of loops with stocking needles and perform a 2*2 rib stitch with a height of 6-7 cm. Then we move on to a simple stockinette stitch and at the same time 8 increase loops. You can move on to diagrams of Norwegian patterns. At a height of 4-12 cm, the knitting will need to be distributed over additional knitting needles.

Knit the back and front separately. Next, sew the side seams.

Knit the sleeves separately from the rest of the work.

Model 2

A delicate sweater made from melange yarn will fit well on short and stocky dogs, such as a pug or others.

To work you need:

• knitting needles No. 5 and 6;
• melange yarn – 150 g.

Description:

This pattern is knitted like a regular sweater (not raglan). We start from the back, making it wider. The product begins with an elastic band and continues with stockinette stitch. A small deviation for the armholes.

The front shelf is somewhat narrower than the back.

The sleeves are two small parts.

The low collar is made of 1*1 elastic.

After creating each part separately, everything is stitched together. A loop stitch is used to sew the sleeves together.

Model 3

A blouse with arans looks very good. But for a dog sweater, you shouldn’t make aranas on the sleeves and the front front. All this will only disturb the pet. It is enough to decorate only the back with arans.

To work you need:

• yarn Alize Cashmere 100% wool;
• stocking needles.

Description:

You need to knit with raglan and start from the collar.

Gate. Cast on 32 stitches on the needles. Knit 4 rows with an elastic band 1*1, then with an elastic band 2*1, for it you need to add one loop above each knit stitch. After 4 rows of this elastic band, switch to a 2*2 elastic band and make inconspicuous additions for it.

Raglan. Knit according to the patterns, at the same time make additions at 4 points for a neat raglan. The front and sleeves are stockinette stitch. The back is immediately made according to the pattern from the Arana pattern.

Front/back. The back and front are knitted in the round, but the front is finished a little earlier, for this you need to leave the loops on an additional needle. Knit the back, then pick up loops along the edge to knit the elastic around the entire fabric (front and back). The bottom elastic is knitted similarly to the collar elastic, but in the reverse order.

Sleeves. Knit each sleeve in a circle and finish the front stitch of the fabric with an elastic band. This is the same elastic band as on the collar of the product, but in reverse order.

Here is the finished product.

Model 4

Raglan for dogs from below. A very beautiful model with a small braid tied at the bottom. This is an ideal sweater for a small dog (Chihuahua, etc.).

To work you need:

• 2 skeins of baby pekhorka yarn, 50 g each;
• knitting needles No. 3.

Description:

Back/front Knit the front and back together.Cast on the number of loops according to size and make a 2*2 rib stitch (no more than 10 rows). The back then moves on to the main pattern from the diagram. Before knitting in satin stitch. Knit everything in the round until the armhole.

Sleeves. Knit each sleeve separately and also up to the armhole. Then connect all the pieces together and knit in a large circle. In each subsequent one, make decreases under the raglan. You need to create a collar with a hem, try on the product for a more comfortable collar height. Close the loops. The product can be worn.

This will help make walks brighter and warmer for your pet - you can simply knit a comfortable sweater for him. It's never too late to take care - so good luck to every beginner in creating a sweater for your beloved dog.

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