Pick Up the Knitting Needles for World Animal Day 2021

World Animal Day is celebrated every year on October 4 to raise awareness and improve animal welfare standards around the globe. In light of this, the UK’s leading crafts supplier, LoveCrafts, has put together their top dog sweater knitting patterns to show our canine companions how much we care.

Aran Doggy Jumper

If your pooch needs something to keep them warm, this smart Aran sweater by Debbie Bliss is just the knit! This fabulous cable design in Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran is ideal for chunky dogs or dogs with a larger neck. Follow along with our step-by-step dog sweater video and learn how to make your first aran knit. Worked in two pieces and seamed, this is a great first combination cable project that will prepare you for larger aran style garments.

Cabled Dog Cardigan

Any dog will be fashionable and snuggly in this gorgeous cabled dog sweater! Designed to fit dogs with a chest circumference of 22 inches (56 cm), this dog sweater can’t be missed. The pattern is worked in three pieces (body and 2 legs) and seamed together, using simple techniques like rib stitch, seed stitch, and beginner cable techniques. You will need 2 balls of Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick Prints in any shade!

City Stripes Dog Sweater

Super snuggly and perfect for beginners, this garter stitch dog sweater pattern is an adorable sight to behold! It fits dogs with a chest measurement of 18 – 30 inches (45.5 – 76 cm), and is knitted in pieces and seamed up to fit your perfect pooch. Using a simple garter stitch, you can whip up this dog sweater in no time, using 3 shades of Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick.

Modernist Intarsia Colourwork Dog Coat

Classy and modern, this intarsia colourwork dog coat, will keep your pooch warm and stylish on all their park trips. In a range of sizes – XS/S (M, L/1X), this pattern is suitable for best friends big and small. This coat is knitted up in 2 pieces (back and underpiece), and worked in garter stitch and intarsia colourwork. It uses Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice in White and Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice in Black.