You asked for it – after our viral cat dress article, here’s the dog version. 5 real dog dresses, from XXS Chihuahua to Large, all video, no amigurumi puppies.
Why real dog dresses are different from cat dresses: Dogs have deeper chests, longer backs, and they move more. A cat dress will not fit a dog properly. These 5 patterns are made for dogs – with leg holes, belly bands, and ruffles that don’t drag. All video tutorials, all free on YouTube.
Dog Size Chart – Measure Before You Crochet
| Size | Neck | Chest | Back Length | Breed Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 18 cm | 28 cm | 20 cm | Chihuahua, Yorkie puppy |
| XS | 20 cm | 33 cm | 25 cm | Small Poodle, Pomeranian |
| S | 25 cm | 38 cm | 31 cm | Jack Russell, small Frenchie |
| M | 30 cm | 48 cm | 38 cm | Beagle, Cocker |
| L | 35 cm | 58 cm | 45 cm | Small Labrador |
5 Free Crochet Dog Dress Patterns – Video Only
1. Princess Tutu Dog Dress – Any Animal, Any Size – With Measuring Guide
Designer: Crocheting Wit Me · Real Dog · Tutu · Worked from the neck down in one piece · 4.0 mm hook, YarnArt Jeans
The best for beginners who want a tutu: She makes it for her own dog (neck 25 cm, back 31 cm) and shows how to adjust it for ANY size. Fluffy tutu that you can make bigger. No sewing. US terms ch, dc, sl st, tr, fpdc and bpdc are explained.
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2. Ruffle Dog Sweater Dress with Bow – Tutorial for All Sizes
Designer: petpetcrochets · Real Dog · Intermediate · Ribbed collar, shell hem, ruffled arm holes + bow
All sizes, very detailed: 00:00 Intro · 01:53 Ribbed collar · 04:19 Neck · 05:55 Chest · 07:25 Leg holes · 10:08 Body · 11:31 Shell row · 14:20 Leg ruffles · 15:39 Bow. Uses a 3.75/4.0 mm hook and weight 4 Simply Soft Autumn Red. Measurement-based, so it fits any dog.
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3. Dog Summer Dress Small – Full Tutorial – Green & Brown
Designer: Crochet It · Real Small Dog · Summer · DK yarn, 4.5 mm hook
Summer version: Neck 14 cm, total length 30 cm, chest 20 cm. DK 100% acrylic in 2 colours. Includes a cluster stitch (3 dc in the same stitch). The skirt is worked over 9 rounds (rounds 1 to 9 are in the video).
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4. Dog Spring Dress Small – 3 Ruffles + Flower – Matching Hat Available
Designer: Crochet It · Real Small Dog · Spring · 3 Ruffles + Flower
Ruffles and flower: Same base as the summer dress, but with 3 ruffles (21:06, 26:00, 28:15) and a crochet flower (28:49). Pink & purple version. The matching hat tutorial is linked in the video description – a perfect set for photos. Neck 14 cm, total 30 cm, chest 20 cm.
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5. Crochet Tutorial – Dog / Cat Dress (Small Pets)
Designer: LittleGemsCreations · Free video tutorial · Dog or cat dress · 5 mm hook · Two shades of 4-ply medium-weight yarn
Why it works: The designer says it fits a pet up to about 5 lb. The video is about 25 minutes and goes step by step through the body, the chest and the edging.
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Why Dog Dresses Need Different Yarn Than Cat Dresses
Dogs run, roll, and chew. Use a cotton-acrylic blend (50/50) rather than 100% cotton – the blend resists chewing and washes better. For Sphynx cats we recommend 100% cotton; for dogs a blend is fine. Avoid wool – it’s too hot when running.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which dress should a beginner start with?
Pattern #1 (Princess Tutu) is worked from the neck down in one piece and shows how to adjust for any size. Pattern #5 (LittleGemsCreations) is a free video tutorial for small pets.
Which measurements do I need?
Measure the neck, the chest, and the back length (from the base of the neck to the base of the tail). Compare them with the size chart above and choose the closest size.
Can I use a cat dress pattern for a dog?
Not without adjusting it. Dogs have deeper chests and longer backs than cats. Use the dog patterns in this article, or read our cat dress article for the differences.
More Dog & Cat Patterns on Ichraq Crea
- 4 Free Crochet Cat Sweater Patterns for Real Cats – Sister article (cat version).
- 15 Free Crochet Koala Patterns – Video Tutorials – Learn the magic ring and flat circle before you start the dog dress.
- All Free Crochet Patterns
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Article by Ichraq Crea · Last updated October 2026 · Real dogs only, no amigurumi, no cats · Measurements in cm