Simple Ribbed Dog Sweater (Small Breed)
Keep your furry friend cozy with this simple, stretchy ribbed sweater — perfect for small dog breeds. It’s knitted flat and seamed, using basic stitches that even a beginner can master. The stretchy fit makes it comfy and easy to wear.
Materials
– Worsted weight yarn (approx. 100g, washable wool/acrylic blend)
– 5 mm knitting needles
– Tapestry needle
– Scissors
– Measuring tape
Instructions
This sweater is worked flat from back to chest, then folded and seamed under the belly and around leg openings.
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Measurements First:
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Neck circumference: ~28 cm
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Chest (widest part): ~42 cm
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Back length: ~30 cm
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Adjust stitch count based on your dog’s measurements.
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Cast On:
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Cast on 52 stitches using a stretchy method.
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Neck Ribbing:
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Work K2, P2 ribbing for 10 rows.
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This forms a snug turtleneck-style collar.
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Body:
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Switch to stockinette stitch (knit 1 row, purl 1 row).
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Work even for 20 cm (about 40 rows), ending on a WS row.
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Leg Openings (worked in sections):
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Knit 10 stitches, bind off 10, knit 12 (center), bind off 10, knit 10.
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Work each side separately for 4 rows to shape leg openings.
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Then rejoin all stitches and continue in stockinette for another 6 cm.
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Bottom Ribbing:
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Switch to K2, P2 ribbing for 6 rows.
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Bind off loosely.
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Finishing:
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Fold lengthwise and seam under belly and along chest.
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Leave leg holes open. Weave in ends securely.
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How To
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Gauge Matters:
Always knit a small swatch first — proper measurements = proper fit. -
Stretch for Comfort:
Ribbing around the neck and belly allows stretch without choking or squeezing. -
Try On Before Seaming:
You can hold the flat piece against your dog to check length and hole placement. -
Adjust Size:
Add/subtract stitches in multiples of 4 to change width. -
Use Washable Yarn:
Dogs get messy. Choose soft, durable, and machine-washable fibers.
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