Crochet Chubby Blue Heelers Dog Free PDF Pattern

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Continuing our amigurumi dog toy series, today I’m excited to introduce the Blue Heeler, also known as the Australian Cattle Dog. After some research, I learned that these dogs are known for their distinctive look, which makes them a unique and fun crochet project. A big thank you to mad.dycrafts for this creative design!

Chubby Blue Heelers Dog Amigurumi Pattern
In the image above, you’ll see the toy in two different colors. The pattern includes multiple color transitions, so while it’s a bit more complex, it’s a rewarding project for those who enjoy detailed work. If you’re up for the challenge, this Chubby Blue Heeler is a great choice to add to your amigurumi collection!

Designer: mad.dycrafts

Ready to crochet your own Chubby Blue Heelers Dog? Download the free PDF crochet pattern and start creating this adorable dog today!

Materials

*bulky yarn in the colors light blue, medium blue, dark blue, light tan, medium orange, dark orange
*7.0 mm hook
*10 mm safety eyes
*stuffing
*stitch markers
*darning needle

Abbreviations

Sc-single crochet
Inc– increase
Dec-decrease
Bbl-bobble stitch (4 loops on hook)
Fo-fasten off

Head and Body

Start in medium blue
R1. 8 sc in magic ring (8)
R2. 2 inc, 2 inc, 2 inc, 2 inc (16)
R3. (sc, inc) x2, (sc, inc) x2, (sc, inc) x2, (sc, inc) x2 (24)
R4. 6 sc, 6 sc, 6 sc, 6 sc (24)
R5. 13 sc, 4 sc, 7 sc (24)
R6. 14 sc, 2 sc, 8 sc (24)
R7-8. Sc around (24) (2 rounds)
R9. 11 sc, bbl, sc, 4 sc, sc, bbl, 5 sc (24)
Insert eyes between rows 5-6. Place them 6 stitches apart directly over light blue belly patch.
R10. 13 sc, bbl, 2 sc, bbl, 7 sc (24)
Begin stuffing
R11. Dec x12 (12)
R12. Dec x6 (6)
Fo and sew closed.

Ears (make 2):

R1. 6 sc in magic ring
R2. 2 sc, (sc, chain 1, sc in the same stitch) 2sc
Fo, leaving remaining stitches undone.
Sew ears in rounds 3-5 with 5 stitches in-between

Snout:

R1. 6 sc in magic ring
Fo, leave long tail for sewing.
Sew in rounds 5-7.
Embroider nose to snout

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