This adorably cuddly man’s best friend is always there for you, be it chasing some sheep across the ranch, nipping at your heels to corral you in to a herd, or to protect any dust mites from attacking your computer! This is perfect for the Australian cattle dog owner who wants a mini-me of their dog or if you simply wanted a keepsake of a lost loved one that left a lonely hole in your heart. So pick up that hook and crochet him in to your life!

This pattern is written in English, using US Crochet Terms. The pattern PDF file includes a detailed written description and crochet instructions, with clear step-by-step photos (where needed) to show how to make the item.

This is a medium-intermediate skilled pattern as stitches required include:
• Slip Stitch
• Chain Stitch
• Single Crochet (US)
• Increasing/decreasing
• Dropping and adding colors in the round.
• working in the rounds

Always welcome to message me for help!

Measurements
Approximately 5 in tall x 4 in wide

Materials Used

-Sewing yarn needle
-Polyfill stuffing
-10 mm solid black eyes
-Hook: G 4.0mm
-Yarn: Body/muzzle- 3.5oz/100g gray
Ears/ nose, spots- 3.5oz/100g black
Chest– 3.5oz/100g Honey
Tip of tail – 3.5oz/100g Ivory
Optional Collar/tag – 3.5oz/100g sea foam green/ yellow
Tongue – 3.5oz/100g pink

Changing the size of the yarn and hook will increase or decrease the overall size of the dog. Make it your own!

If interested in making this MUCH larger, then simply multiply each step by the amount larger you want. Ex: If you would like your dog 3 times larger than this pattern makes, then multiply the amount of stitches at the end of each round or row by 3! Think of the possibilities!!