Dog Sweater Knitting Pattern PDF | Seamless Raglan Dog Sweater XS–XL

Knit a cozy, comfortable sweater for your dog with this Dog Sweater Knitting Pattern PDF.

The Cozy K9 Raglan Dog Sweater is worked seamlessly from the neck down using classic raglan shaping. The sweater is knit primarily in the round, with front leg openings created as you work and finished with soft ribbed cuffs for a comfortable fit.

Designed in 5 sizes from XS through XL, this pattern is a great choice for knitters who want a customizable handmade dog sweater with a clean, classic construction.

Pattern Details

• Pattern Type: Digital knitting pattern PDF
• Skill Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
• Sizes Included: XS, S, M, L, XL
• Construction: Top-down raglan
• Style: Seamless dog sweater
• Yarn Weight: Worsted Weight / #4
• Main Needle: US 7 / 4.5 mm
• Ribbing Needle: US 6 / 4.0 mm
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 26 rounds = 4" / 10 cm in stockinette stitch after blocking
• Front Legs: Built-in openings finished with ribbed cuffs
• Fit: Designed with negative ease for a comfortable, stretchy fit

Dog Sweater Sizes

Choose your size primarily according to your dog's chest circumference.

XS: 11–13" / 28–33 cm chest
Approx. 10" / 25 cm back length

S: 14–16" / 36–41 cm chest
Approx. 12" / 30 cm back length

M: 17–20" / 43–51 cm chest
Approx. 14" / 36 cm back length

L: 21–24" / 53–61 cm chest
Approx. 16" / 41 cm back length

XL: 25–28" / 64–71 cm chest
Approx. 18" / 46 cm back length

The body length can also be adjusted while knitting, making it easier to customize the sweater for shorter- or longer-bodied dogs.

Yarn Requirements

Use Worsted Weight / Category #4 yarn.

Approximate yardage:

• XS: 175 yd / 160 m
• S: 220 yd / 200 m
• M: 285 yd / 260 m
• L: 350 yd / 320 m
• XL: 440 yd / 400 m

A smooth wool or wool-blend yarn is recommended for good stitch definition.

What You'll Need

• Worsted-weight yarn
• US 6 / 4.0 mm needles for ribbing
• US 7 / 4.5 mm needles for the main sweater
• 4 stitch markers
• 1 beginning-of-round marker
• Waste yarn or stitch holders
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Tape measure

Optional elastic or small buttons may also be used for back-leg straps.

What's Included

Your downloadable dog sweater knitting pattern includes:

• Complete written knitting instructions
• 5 sizes from XS to XL
• Chest and back-length sizing guide
• Detailed stitch-count planning table
• Raglan increase instructions
• Front leg-opening construction
• Leg-opening depth instructions for every size
• Ribbed front leg cuffs
• Adjustable body length
• Optional tummy shaping
• Optional back-leg straps
• Optional leash opening
• Finishing instructions
• Fit and customization notes
• Knitting abbreviation guide

Customizable Fit

Dogs come in all shapes and proportions, so this pattern includes several ways to adjust the fit.

You can:

• Lengthen the body for long-backed dogs
• Shorten the body while keeping the correct chest size
• Adjust the leg-opening depth
• Add optional tummy shaping for dogs with a narrower waist
• Add extra yoke shaping for barrel-chested dogs
• Add optional back-leg straps
• Create an optional leash opening

The pattern also includes fit checks while knitting so you can make adjustments before finishing the sweater.

A Cozy Handmade Sweater for Your Dog

This knitted dog sweater is perfect for:

• Fall and winter walks
• Small and medium dogs
• Short-haired dogs
• Chilly indoor days
• Handmade pet gifts
• Holiday photos
• Everyday cold-weather wear

The simple stockinette body and classic ribbed details create a timeless handmade look that works beautifully in solid, neutral, or colorful yarns.

PLEASE NOTE — DIGITAL KNITTING PATTERN

This listing is for a DIGITAL KNITTING PATTERN PDF only.

No finished dog sweater or physical item will be shipped.

You will receive the knitting instructions needed to make the sweater yourself.