Amigurumi Puppy
Catchy Introduction
Meet your new favorite quick crochet project: this adorable Amigurumi Puppy!
Designed with soft, squishy super bulky chenille yarn, this little puppy has the irresistible chubby shape that makes handmade plushies so popular on Pinterest, TikTok, Etsy, and craft-fair tables. The rounded body, oversized paws, sweet muzzle, glossy eyes, and playful ears give it that classic cuddly puppy look.
Best of all, this pattern is designed to be 100% no-sew.
The ears, paws, and tail are crocheted directly into the body as you work. There are no separate pieces to stitch together at the end. That makes this puppy especially appealing if you love amigurumi but dislike finishing dozens of tiny parts.
This is also an excellent stash-buster. A small amount of contrasting white yarn is enough for the muzzle and paws.
For craft-fair sellers, the pattern is quick enough to make in batches. For beginners, the simple shaping and bulky yarn make the stitches easy to see.
The finished puppy is wonderfully chubby, soft, and squishy. It makes a sweet gift for birthdays, baby showers, Valentine's Day, or simply a cozy handmade surprise.
Grab your hook and some plush yarn. Your new crochet puppy is ready to come to life!
Skill Level & Prerequisites
Skill Level: Easy / Beginner-Friendly
This pattern is suitable for crocheters who are comfortable with basic amigurumi techniques.
You should know how to:
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Make a Magic Ring.
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Work single crochet.
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Make increases.
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Make decreases.
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Work in continuous rounds.
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Change colors.
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Stuff an amigurumi firmly.
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Insert safety eyes.
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Work basic bobble stitches.
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Work into a crochet chain.
No advanced shaping is required.
The special Pointed Ear Loop and Tail Loop are explained step by step before the pattern begins. Once you understand these two techniques, the entire puppy is worked as one connected piece.
There is no sewing of body parts.
Materials & Tools Needed
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Super Bulky Velvet/Chenille Yarn
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Main color: approximately 80-100 yards
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White: approximately 20-25 yards
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5.0 mm crochet hook
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A 4.5 mm hook can be used if you crochet loosely.
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10 mm or 12 mm black safety eyes
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Polyester fiberfill stuffing
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Tapestry needle
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Stitch marker
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Small amount of pink embroidery thread for the nose
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Small amount of black embroidery thread for optional mouth details
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Scissors
Recommended Colors
For a puppy inspired by the reference photo, try:
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Lavender-purple + white
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Ginger + cream
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Chocolate brown + white
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Gray + white
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Beige + white
The pattern works particularly well with velvet or chenille yarn because the thick fibers create a soft, rounded plush texture.
Abbreviations Used
| Abbreviation | US Crochet Term |
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| MR | Magic Ring |
| sc | single crochet |
| inc | increase - 2 sc in the same stitch |
| dec | decrease - sc 2 together |
| ch | chain |
| sl st | slip stitch |
| st | stitch |
| sts | stitches |
| YO | yarn over |
| R | round |
Special Stitch: 5-dc Paw Bobble
A 5-dc bobble creates the raised, squishy paw and muzzle details.
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Yarn over.
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Insert hook into the indicated stitch.
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Pull up a loop.
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Yarn over and pull through 2 loops.
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Repeat these steps until you have 5 unfinished dc.
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Yarn over and pull through all remaining loops.
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Ch 1 to lock the bobble.
The completed bobble counts as 1 stitch.
Special Stitch: Pointed Ear Loop
This creates a soft, slightly pointed puppy ear without sewing.
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Work 1 sc into the indicated body stitch.
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Ch 6.
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Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook.
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Sc across the remaining 4 chains.
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Sl st back into the same body stitch.
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Continue crocheting into the next body stitch.
The ear loop is decorative and does not add to the round's body stitch count.
Special Stitch: Tail Loop
This creates a small curved tail directly from the body.
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Work 1 sc into the indicated body stitch.
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Ch 8.
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Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook.
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Sc across the remaining 6 chains.
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Sl st back into the same body stitch.
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Continue with the next body stitch.
The tail loop does not change the body stitch count.
Step-by-Step Crochet Pattern Instructions
Before You Begin
Work in continuous rounds unless otherwise stated.
Place a stitch marker in the first stitch of every round.
The puppy is crocheted from the bottom upward as one continuous body.
The paws, tail, and ears are added directly during the rounds. Nothing needs to be sewn on afterward.
When changing to white for a paw or muzzle bobble, use a separate short strand of white yarn. This prevents bulky color floats inside the plush.
Rounds 1-6: Start the Body
R1: 6 sc in MR. (6 sts)
R2: Inc in each stitch around. (12 sts)
R3: Sc in next st, inc in next st; repeat around. (18 sts)
R4: Sc in next 2 sts, inc in next st; repeat around. (24 sts)
R5: Sc in next 3 sts, inc in next st; repeat around. (30 sts)
R6: Sc in next 4 sts, inc in next st; repeat around. (36 sts)
The base should now look like a small, rounded disk.
Rounds 7-12: Body, Paws & Tail
R7: Sc in each stitch around. (36 sts)
R8: Sc in next 6 sts, work a white 5-dc Paw Bobble in next st, sc in next 17 sts, work a white 5-dc Paw Bobble in next st, sc in next 10 sts. (36 sts)
These are the puppy's two lower paws. The bobbles should face outward.
R9: Sc in each stitch around. (36 sts)
R10: Sc in each stitch around. (36 sts)
R11: Sc in next 6 sts, ch 6, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across the remaining 5 ch, sl st into the same body stitch, sc in next 29 sts. (36 sts)
The chain loop creates the beginning of the puppy's small rear tail.
R12: Sc in each stitch around, working normally through the body stitches. (36 sts)
Gently bend the tail upward so it curves away from the body.
Rounds 13-18: Chubby Belly
R13: Sc in next 5 sts, inc in next st; repeat around. (42 sts)
R14: Sc in each stitch around. (42 sts)
R15: Sc in next 9 sts, work a white 5-dc Paw Bobble in next st, sc in next 20 sts, work a white 5-dc Paw Bobble in next st, sc in next 11 sts. (42 sts)
These are the puppy's front paws.
R16: Sc in each stitch around. (42 sts)
R17: Sc in each stitch around. (42 sts)
R18: Sc in each stitch around. (42 sts)
At this stage, lightly stuff the lower half of the puppy.
Add stuffing gradually rather than pushing one large amount inside. This gives you much better control over the shape.
Rounds 19-24: Shape the Upper Body
R19: Sc in next 5 sts, dec; repeat around. (36 sts)
R20: Sc in each stitch around. (36 sts)
R21: Sc in next 6 sts, work a Pointed Ear Loop in the next st, sc in next 17 sts, work a Pointed Ear Loop in the next st, sc in next 10 sts. (36 sts)
The two ear loops should sit on opposite sides of the head.
For a floppy puppy appearance, leave the ears relaxed.
For a slightly more pointed look, gently pinch the tip of each ear between your fingers.
R22: Sc in each stitch around. (36 sts)
R23: Sc in each stitch around. (36 sts)
R24: Sc in next 4 sts, dec; repeat around. (30 sts)
Insert the Safety Eyes
Now is the best time to insert the safety eyes.
Position the puppy with the ears at approximately the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions.
Place the eyes between R23 and R24, approximately 7-8 stitches apart.
For a sweeter expression, angle the eyes very slightly inward.
Push the washers securely onto the backs of the safety eyes.
Once the washers are attached, they should not be easy to remove.
Rounds 25-27: Muzzle & Face
The puppy's white muzzle is created directly into the body using two raised bobbles.
R25: Sc in next 7 sts, work a white 5-dc Muzzle Bobble in next st, work a white 5-dc Muzzle Bobble in next st, sc in next 21 sts. (30 sts)
The two white bobbles should sit directly beneath the eyes.
They form the puppy's soft, rounded muzzle.
R26: Sc in each stitch around. (30 sts)
R27: Sc in each stitch around. (30 sts)
Begin adding more stuffing around the face.
Push a small amount behind the muzzle so the white bobbles stand forward slightly.
Rounds 28-30: Begin Closing the Head
R28: Sc in next 3 sts, dec; repeat around. (24 sts)
R29: Sc in each stitch around. (24 sts)
R30: Sc in next 2 sts, dec; repeat around. (18 sts)
At this point, firmly stuff the puppy.
Stuffing Tip
The finished puppy should feel firm but squishy.
Add stuffing in small pieces.
Concentrate on:
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The belly
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The cheeks
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The area behind the muzzle
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The lower head
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The area beneath the eyes
Do not overstuff the last few rounds. Too much stuffing can stretch the stitches and make the decreases look uneven.
Rounds 31-33: Close the Puppy
R31: Sc in next st, dec; repeat around. (12 sts)
Add a final small amount of stuffing.
Use the back of your crochet hook to push the stuffing evenly into the remaining gaps.
R32: Dec around. (6 sts)
R33: Dec around. (3 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a short yarn tail.
Thread the tail onto a tapestry needle.
Weave it through the front loops of the remaining 3 stitches and pull gently to close the opening.
Take the needle into the body, pull the yarn out several inches away, and trim it close to the surface.
The chenille fibers will naturally hide the remaining end.
No sewing of body parts is required.
Creating the Puppy Face
Embroider the Nose
Use pink embroidery thread for a sweet puppy-style nose.
Place the nose in the center of the white muzzle.
Make several horizontal stitches to form a small rounded triangle.
Add a few additional stitches underneath to create the lower point of the nose.
For an extra-cute expression, use black embroidery thread to make a tiny vertical line from the nose downward.
A small curved smile can be added beneath it.
Keep the embroidery simple. The oversized safety eyes and plush muzzle already provide most of the character.
Finishing Touches
Shape the Ears
The integrated ears are intentionally soft and flexible.
For maximum cuteness:
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Pinch the upper part of each ear gently.
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Fold the ear slightly forward.
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Leave the bottom relaxed.
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Avoid flattening the entire ear.
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Position both ears symmetrically before photographing your puppy.
If you want a more floppy look, let the ears fall naturally against the sides of the head.
If you prefer a perkier puppy, fold the tips slightly inward.
Shape the Paws
The white bobble paws may need a little shaping after stuffing.
Gently massage each paw between your fingers.
Round the edges without flattening the bobble.
Because the paws are crocheted directly into the body, they are extremely secure and will not come loose like separately sewn pieces.
Hide Yarn Tails
For a polished finish:
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Weave each tail through several nearby stitches.
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Pull gently.
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Trim close to the plush surface.
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Rub the chenille fibers over the trimmed end.
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Use the tapestry needle to tuck any visible strand back inside.
Avoid tying large knots inside the puppy because they can create noticeable lumps.
Make the Puppy Extra Squishy
Velvet and chenille yarn naturally produce a plush appearance, but the stuffing technique makes a big difference.
Stuff the body firmly in layers.
Check the silhouette after every few rounds.
The ideal shape is:
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Rounded belly
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Full cheeks
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Slightly narrower top
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Plump paws
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Soft projecting muzzle
Do not pack the stuffing so tightly that the stitches become stretched.
Why This Amigurumi Puppy Is Perfect for Beginners
This puppy is a great first plush project because the construction is much simpler than traditional amigurumi.
Instead of crocheting:
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Two ears
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Four legs
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A tail
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A body
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A head
and sewing everything together, the pieces are incorporated while you crochet.
That means:
Crochet → shape → stuff → close → finish.
That's it.
The special chain-loop techniques also make this pattern much faster for batch crocheting.
Quick Craft-Fair Tips
This puppy has excellent potential as a handmade-market project.
Consider making several puppies in different colors:
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Lavender and white
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Cream and caramel
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Gray and white
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Chocolate and cream
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Pink and white
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Black and white
You can also vary the eye size for different expressions.
A slightly smaller puppy makes a great keychain-sized variation, while a larger hook and thicker yarn can create a substantial cuddly plush.
Because the pattern has no sewn limbs, assembly time is dramatically reduced.
That makes it especially useful when preparing multiple handmade pieces for a craft fair or online shop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Amigurumi Puppy really no-sew?
Yes.
The ears, paws, and tail are crocheted directly into the body.
There are no separate crocheted limbs that need to be sewn on.
The only finishing work is weaving in yarn ends and embroidering the nose.
Can I use regular worsted-weight yarn?
Yes.
For a smaller puppy, use worsted-weight yarn with an appropriately sized hook.
A 5.0 mm hook and super bulky chenille yarn create the soft, oversized plush look shown in the inspiration photo.
Can I make the puppy in another color?
Absolutely.
The construction works with virtually any color combination.
Use a solid color for a classic puppy or add white paws and a muzzle for a more traditional stuffed-animal appearance.
Are the paws securely attached?
Yes.
Each paw is created as a bobble directly from a body stitch.
There is no sewn attachment point.
Can I use embroidered eyes instead of safety eyes?
Yes.
If the toy is intended for a very young child, embroidered eyes are an excellent alternative to plastic safety eyes.
Use tightly secured embroidery stitches and avoid small detachable components.
How long does this puppy take to crochet?
With super bulky chenille yarn, an experienced crocheter can make the puppy quite quickly.
Beginners may need additional time while learning the bobble and chain-loop techniques.
The bulky yarn makes the project much faster than a comparable worsted-weight amigurumi.
Final Thoughts
This Amigurumi Puppy combines everything that makes modern plush crochet so addictive: chunky yarn, a chubby silhouette, oversized eyes, soft paws, and an adorable face.
The biggest advantage is the zero-sewing construction.
Instead of stopping to assemble multiple body parts, you can keep crocheting and watch your puppy appear directly from the hook.
It is beginner-friendly, giftable, market-friendly, and perfect for using up small amounts of contrasting yarn.
Most importantly, don't worry about making every puppy identical.
Try different ear positions.
Experiment with colors.
Change the nose shape.
Make the cheeks extra round.
That's the fun of handmade amigurumi!
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