'ARCTIC' Dog Sweater

The *‘ARCTIC’* Dog Sweater: A **Lana Royals Pet Wear** Original The *‘ARCTIC’* sweater was created as a chunkier, warmer counterpart to our lighter sweaters. Crafted from a thicker wool and alpaca blend, it's designed to provide extra warmth and protection during harsher winter conditions. After years of being lovingly handmade for miniature dogs worldwide, this signature piece is now available as a professional knitting pattern. Anatomically designed for comfort and freedom of movement, it features a sophisticated cable design and a tailored fit. Worked top-down from the neck to the tail, the construction ensures your dog stays warm and can "handle their business" easily while out on walks. **Sizing & Fit** Two Sizes: Exclusively designed for miniature breeds (Chihuahua, Prague Ratter, Toy Terrier, Miniature Pinscher). **Size 1:** Neck girth: 20–23 cm / 7.9–9.1 in Chest girth: 34–38 cm / 13.4–15.0 in Back length: 23–26 cm / 9.1–10.2 in Dog weight: 2–3 kg / 4.4–6.6 Ibs **Size 2:** Neck girth: 20–23 cm / 7.9–9.1 in Chest girth: 36–40 cm / 14.2–15.7 in Back length: 27–29 cm / 10.6–11.4 in Dog weight: 3–4 kg / 6.6–8.8 Ibs **Pattern Details** **Skill Level:** Intermediate. Ideal for knitters comfortable with cables and garment shaping. **Format:** 15-page digital PDF (A4/US Letter) for size 1; 13-page digital PDF (A4/US Letter) for size 2. **Language:** English with dual measurements (Metric & Imperial). **Support:** Includes detailed written instructions, step-by-step photos, and link to exclusive video tutorials for key techniques. **Materials & Gauge** **Yarn:** 100g (3.5 oz), approx. 90m (98 yds) of super bulky / 14-ply / Yarn Group E. Recommended: 65% Wool, 35% Alpaca blend for maximum warmth. **Needles:** 8 mm (US 11) circular needles (90–100 cm/16–40 in); 6 mm (US 10) circular needles (90–100 cm/36–40 in); 8mm (US 11) DPNs; 6mm (US 10) DPNs. **Notions:** 5 mm or 6 mm (US H/8 or J/10) crochet hook, tapestry needle, and soft measuring tape. **Gauge:** 12 sts x 18 rows = 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in) in stockinette stitch on 8 mm (US 11) needles. **Techniques Used** – Regular Cast-on & Bind-off and Elastic Bind-off – Cabling: 3x3 crossed cables (3/3 RC, 3/3 LC) – Anatomical Shaping: LLI, RLI – Picking up stitches for ribbing and finishing