Sherzam Toy & Standard Poodles

Dog Coats & Bows

Tails are wagging for the new polar fleece & hand knitted coats.

Living in Wagga Wagga, the weather can become very cold so I decided the poodles needed a range of warm & attractive coats. I will be pleased to make coats & bows for your poodle or other small – medium dog.

Monet & Juliette modelling their new polar fleece coats.

POLAR FLEECE

These are a skivvy design and have become very popular . They are made in a wide range of bright and attractive colours. Sizes vary from 30cm to 50cm . The most popular size is 35cm and are suitable for most smaller breeds of dog.

The coats are very comfortable, washable, & warm and practical .

These coats can be provided wholesale and are popular for resale in grooming salons.

Georgia Solo in a hand knitted coat

Above is a photo of 16 dog coats knitted by Marg Renner ( Lockhart) from the pattern -which have been donated to Snowy Mountains Area Rescue Team ( NSW, Australia).

Thank you Marg for your generosity- the dogs will certainly appreciate them in the cold weather.

A big thank you also to Liz Plackett, Doreen Page, Ruth Newman & Karen Steiner for their generous donations of dog coats and wool. Doreen is also a member of the Knit4 charities and knits a variety of other items to help the needy.

Coats for Chris's Animal Rescue - The Rock ( near Wagga Wagga) March 2010

Would you like to make a coat for a rescue dog- remember there are many dogs in need of a coat or may be you can donate the wool?

Remember: "You can't change the world but you can change the world of one dog."

More coats ready to be sent to Rescue Groups via Knit 4 Charities ( see links page). This year we have been able to support- Senior Dogs Rescue, Snowy Mountain Area Rescue Team ( SMART), Adelaide RSPCA, Hunter Animal Rescue, Wingiecaribee Animal Shelter, Chris' Animal Rescue ( The Rock). In 2010 we had a special appeal ( April/ May) for the Albury RSPCA Foster Care group. Over 170 items were donated and now being put to good use.Thank you to my good friend Doreen Page who has been knitting and sewing coats for the Rescue groups.

One of the most moving donations was from Lindy O' Neil ( Knit4 Charities) who sent 6 blankets strips made out of soft feathers wool. I joined these up and crocheted around them making 2 beautiful blankets. ( shown below) Lindy is totally blind and to be able to make such a generous donation is very touching and so much apprciated. Also shown below is Lola ( Albury) a Pomeranian in foster care- wearing her new coat.

Knitting

The rhythm of the needles

As they move the yarn around

Calls to me in whispers

A sweet familiar sound.

My hand moves almost dreamlike

Without thought or care

As I fashion something new for some dog to wear.

Maybe a blanket too.

With each and every stitch

I think of more to do.

So when the cold winds blow

And when the snow falls down

My yarn helps me to remember

Forgotten dogs all around.

My dogs and I are the ones who're blessed

As my warm hands knit away

I pray the rhythm of my needles

Will help some dog in some small way.

Anon

Below are patterns for a knitted poodle jumper/ jacket:

1. KNITTED DOG COAT

An easy to make and very comfortable polo neck knitted coat to fit size 35cm and 40cm toy poodles.

(Pattern may also be adapted to 30cm by reducing stitches.)

Using 3.25 needles and 8ply wool -50g (3 balls) ( 5 balls make 2 coats)

cast on 86(94) stitches.

1^st row: K2 P2

2^nd.row: K2 P2

Cont.working in rib until there are 21 rows.

22^nd row: Increase 6(10) stitches evenly across first 62 (62) stitches.

23^rd row: Rib first 24 (32) stitches and leave on stitch holder.

Change to 4.00 needles and knit across remaining 68 (72) stitches.

24^th row: Purl

Continue in stocking stitch until there are 52 (78) rows from completion of band.

Next row: Decrease at each end of next and every alt.row 9 (8) times in all until there are 50 (56) stitches.

Next row: Decrease at each end of every row 8 (10) times until there are 34 (36 stitches.

Cast off.

Using 3.25 needles pick up 24 (32) stitches from stitch holder.

Cont. working in rib until there are 78 (88) rows from beginning of work. Cast off loosely in rib.

When completed and before sewing up I then crochet around the jacket. This ensures it sits correctly and does not curl. I do 2 rows- the last being a small shell stitch which is very effective.

To make up: With right side facing join rib at neck. Fold neckband outwards and loosely stitch in place. Join edges of chest panel to body of jacket starting at (52^nd (62^nd) row of stocking stitch on body of jacket and working back towards neckband for 24 (30) rows.This forms the armholes.

(Pattern maybe adapted to cable, moss stitch, multiple colours or pattern of choice). I have also added rows of "Feathers" wool for a different style.( I use 6 rows wool 4 rows "feathers" on the body of the coat for a striking design)

Basket weave pattern is also very effective. ( 6 plain 6 purl repeated) for 6 rows then alternate – 6 purl 6 plain for 6 rows.

A 2 row crocheted edge around the body ( I use matching wool) ensures the coat sits correctly and does not roll.

2.Puppy – Coat Pattern

2 balls 8 ply wool ( 50g balls)

Using 3.25 needles Cast on 46 stitches.

Rib 2 plain 2 purl -18 rows

Change to size 4.00 needles

Knit 1 row, Purl 1 row- 32 rows

Change to 3.25 needles Rib to end of row

At the commencement of 2 rib row, cast on 12 stitches

Knit into back of 12 stitches, rib to end of row. Increase 12 stitches

Knit into back of 12 stitches rib to end of row

Rib 22 rows in total.

Rib 22 stitches, cast off 26 stitches, rib 22 stitches

2^nd side

Rib 22 stitches cast on 26 stitches, rib 22 stitches

Rib 22 stitches knit in back of 26 stitches, rib 22 stitches

Rib 20 rows

Cast off 12 stitches, rib 46 stitches, rib to end

Cast of 12 stitches rib to end

Change to size 4.00 needles

Knit 1 row, purl 1 row 32 rows

Change to size 3.25 needles

Rib 18 rows

Cast off.

Sew up seams neatly.

3. PUPPY KNITTED COAT PATTERN- ( NZSPCA)

The New Zealand SPCA recently held a challenge for people to knit 3,000 puppy coats for puppies in shelters in NZ- using the pattern below by April,2010.

They were overwhelmed with the response and passed their target.

"You don’t have to take
me home to help me"

Jumper for Girls 1-2 balls

You'll need: Double knit yarn, 1 pair of 4.00mm knitting
needles, stitch holder (a large safety pin will do).
NOTE: The back and front are created alike until **
Cast on: SM 33 MED 39 LGE 45
Waist Ribbing: First row – K1 *K1 P1* repeat to last stitch
K1. Second row – K1 *P1 K1*. Repeat these 2 rows until you
have 10/10/12 rows.
Main Body: First row – increase 7 stitches evenly across
the row (40/46/52 stitches). K2 P2 rib until work measures
12/14/16cm.
Leg Holes: Continue with the pattern while
decreasing 1 stitch at the beginning of every row until
24/30/36 stitches remain. For small jumpers start on the
neck. For medium and large jumpers
continue pattern for 4/6 rows.
** Neck
• back of jumper: K1 P1 for 10/12/14 rows. Cast off loosely.
• front of jumper: *K1 P1* for 12/15/18 stitches. Slip remaining
(12/15/18 stitches) onto a stitch holder. K1 P1 rib for 9/9/11
more rows (10/10/12 total). Cast off loosely.
Slip remaining stitches back on to needles and K1 P1 rib for
10 rows. Cast off loosely.
To make up: Sew sides from waist ribbing to leg hole
decreasing together. Sew neck (K1 P1 ribbing) together on
the side as indicated.

Jumper for Boys 1-2 balls

You’ll need: Double knit yarn, 1 pair of 4.00mm knitting
needles, stitch holder (a large safety pin will do).
Back: Use the girl jumper pattern.
Front: Cast on 12/18/24 stitches.
Waist Ribbing: Rib for 10 rows (K1 P1 ribbing).
Main Body: First row – increase 3 stitches evenly across the
row (15/21/27 stitches).
Second row – increase 1 at the start of the row, then K2 P2
rib. Continue K2 P2 rib increasing 1 stitch at the beginning of
every second row until you have 18/24/30 stitches. Slip work
on to a holder and repeat from the beginning increasing on
the other side of the work this time.
Once both parts of work have 18/24/30 stitches, rib (K2 P2)
across the two pieces of work, increasing 2 stitches in the
middle where the work meets. It's fine if you need to increase
4 stitches to continue the pattern.
This creates an inverted ‘V' so that our boys don't wet their
jumpers when (ahem) nature calls.
Continue until work measures 12/14/16cm long.
Leg Holes: Continue with the pattern while
decreasing 1 stitch at the beginning of every row until
24/30/36 stitches remain. For small jumpers start on the
neck. For medium and large jumpers continue
pattern for 4/6 rows.
Neck: See the girl's jumper pattern.
To make up: See the girl's jumper pattern.

As the cold weather bites across the country in winter, the smallest SPCA
puppies need jumpers to keep them warm.

The puppies do
not mind which
colour you use!

4.KNITTED DOG COAT

(LADIES AUX RSPCA SYDNEY)

USE 8 PLY WOOL

1PR SIZE 10 OR 3.25MM NEEDLES SOR SMALL DOG

1 PR SIZE 8 OR 4MM NEEDLES FOR MEDIUM DOG

1 PR SIZE 5 OR 5.5MM NEEDLES FOR LARGE DOG

Beginning at the back cast on 80sts.

1^st row: Knit into the back of all the sts.

2^nd row: Knit

3^rd-7^th rows Knit

8^th row: Knit 5, purl to last 5sts, knit last 5sts.

Repeat 7^th and 8^th rows three times. (Stocking stitch)

Increase at each end (INSIDE 5 garter sts) on the next and every following 6^th row until there are 86sts, then in every following 4^th row until there are 104sts.

Work 9 rows.

DIVIDE FOR OPENING

Next row knit 16, turn. Work 26 rows on these 16sts either in garter stitch or 2x2 rib. Break off yarn place sts on holder or double length of yarn.

Join yarn to remaining sts and knit 72, turn. Work 26 rows on these sts. Break off yarn place sts on holder or double length of yarn.

Place markers when breaking of yarn. (easier for joining at finish of coat)

Join yarn to remaining 16sts and work 26 rows.

Next row purl across 16, 72, and 16 sts. Work 8 rows,

Next row, knit 5, knit 2tog to last 5 sts, knit 5.

PROCEED AS FOLLOWs

Collar

1^st row knit 5, purl to last 5sts, knit 5

2^nd row knit across the rows.

Repeat the 1^st and 2^nd rows 14 times, then first row once.

Cast off loosely.

K2, P2 for 6-8cm or length required.

Make up: DO NOT PRESS. Join collar section then from markers towards the back sew for 22 rows.

A toy which is popular with puppies and adult dogs is the knitted ball. This ball is easily made. The pattern is shown below:

Knitted Ball Pattern

- yarn of choice, Needles suitable for yarn. - Use contrasting colors and alternate wedges

DIRECTIONS: Cast on 28 stitches.

Row 1--Knit 20 stitches--turn.

Row 2--Knit 12 stitches--turn.

Row 3--Knit 14 stitches--turn.

Row 4--Knit 16 stitches--turn.

Row 5--Knit 18 stitches--turn.

Row 6--Knit 20 stitches--turn.

Row 7--Knit 22 stitches--turn.

Row 8--Knit 24 stitches--turn.

Row 9--Knit 26 stitches--turn.

Row 10-Knit 28 stitches--turn.

Pick up 2nd color, Tie on, carry along or break off & knit 2nd wedge.

Repeat pattern, alternating colors until there are 5 wedges of each.

Stuff with polyester fiberfil and sew seam.

Dog Toy- Plaits

A very simple toy which dogs love to play tug of war with.

Using fleece or whatever material you wish cut strips approx 60cm in length and 3cm wide.

Take 4.strips. Tie in a knot approx 12cm from end.

Plait the 4 strips, tie a knot with approx 12cm left on the end.

Cut ends in half again.

NB. These toys can be made any size- bigger or smaller to suit.

Belly Band

Another useful item to make for male toy poodles is a Belly Band. These bands are useful if the dog is not clean when in the house or when house training .

Choose a suitable wash n wear material. Cut a strip approx 48cm x 10cm. Overlock the edges. Sew velcro strips (a couple of cmc from end) at either end so they come together when wrapped together to form a circular shape.

Add a panty liner ( purchased from the supermarket) and voila you have a belly band.

Knitted Square ( Suitable for rugs)