Doggy Cake

Doggy Cake

Yesterday we had a very special birthday in our house. Miss Bianca (Anca for short) turned 1! So for her first birthday I wanted to make it special, and make her a cake. So I started searching the google search to find a doggy cake recipe. I found this blog with a list of doggy cakes HERE, but I couldn't find one that I had all the ingredients for or one I liked so I came up with my own. So without more rambling on here is how I made this cake !

Ingredients

2 eggs

1 apple

2 bananas

1/4 heaping cup of peanut butter

1 teaspoon baking powder

makes 1 9in round cake 

check to make sure your peanut butter does not contain Xylitol if it does you will need to buy a brand that does not contain this as it is poison to dogs 

Prep

Heat oven to 350 deg. 

grease 9in round cake pan

Directions

1. peal and core apple
2. mince apple
3. thinly slice 1/2 of a banana
4. mix eggs, minced apple, sliced banana, peanut butter, and backing powder, until all combined (a potato masher works great)
5. put cake mix in greased pan and place in preheated oven for 20-25 min or until slightly golden brown
6. let cool
7. lightly frost with peanut butter 
8. slice the other 1 1/2 banana and place on top and your done !

Hope you and your pup enjoy !

Sonic Squeaky Dog Toy

Sonic Squeaky

Need/Need to Know

• H- hook
• Red Heart with Love Black, Gray, Blue
• Red Heart with Love light Gray
• Needle to sew in ends
• Squeakers
• Stuffing
• stuff as you go along and fit the squeakers in the main gray part
• ( ) holds needed info and number of sitches
• [ ] repeats whats inside
• not dogs should always be supervised during play and if it gets damage it should be tossed out if you have a real heavy chewer this may not be for you

Abbreviations

st(s) – stitch(s)

ch – chain

sc – single crochet

sc dec – single crochet decrease

fp dc – front post double crochet

FLO – front loop only

BLO – back loop only

Squeaky

in black

1. make magic circle, 5 sc in magic circle, pull tight, join to 1^st sc (5sc)
2. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (5sc)
3. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 2 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (10sc)
4. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (10sc)
5. repeat 4
6. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, change to gray, join to 1^st sc (10sc)
7. ch 1 (does not count as sc), [sc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 fp dc in each of the next 2 sts of previous row] repeat around, now using your best judgment place 2 more fp dc in 2 sts of previous row, join to 1^st sc (12sts)
8. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (12sc)
9. work this row in FLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), [1 sc in next st, sc dec across next 2 sts] repeat across, join to 1^st sc (8sc)
10. work this row in BLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join in 1^st sc (8sc)
11. work this row in BLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), 2 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (16sc)
12. work this row in FLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (16sc)
13. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (16sc)
14. repeat 13
15. work this row in BLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), [1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st] repeat around, join to 1^st sc (20sc)
16. work this row in FlO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), [1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, sc dec across next 2 sts] repeat around, join to 1^st sc (16sc)
17. repeat 15
18. repeat 16
19. repeat 15
20. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (20sc)

21-31. repeat 20

32. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, change to light gray, join to 1^st sc (20sc)
33. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (20sc)
34. repeat 33
35. repeat 33
36. work this row in FLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), [1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, sc dec across next 2 sts] repeat around, join in 1^st sc (16sc)
37. work this row in BLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (16sc)
38. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (16sc)
39. work this row in BLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), [1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st] repeat around, join to 1^st sc (20sc)
40. work this row in FLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (20sc)
41. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (20sc)

42-47. repeat 41

48. work this row in FLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), [1 sc in each of the next 3 sts, sc dec across next 2 sts] repeat around, change to blue, join 1^st sc (16sc)
49. work this row in BLO, ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (16sc)
50. ch 1 (does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st around, join to 1^st sc (16sc)
51. ch 1 (does not count as sc), [1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, sc dec across next 2 sts] repeat around, join to 1^st sc (12sc)
52. ch 1 (does not count as sc), [1 sc in next st, sc dec across next 2 sts] repeat around, join in 1^st sc (8sc)
53. ch 1 (does not count as sc), [sc dec across next 2 sts] repeat around, join to 1^st sc, tie off (4sc) sew in your ends and you done !

Reflect-a-Danna

Reflect-a-Danna

Need/Need to Know

• K – hook
• Red Heart Reflective Yarn 1 roll any color will make 2-3 Reflect-a-Dann's depending on size you making
• Needle to sew in ends
• ( ) holds needed info
• [ ] repeat whats inside
• sizes are small, medium, and large
• size measures about 9in, 15in, 21in
• please measure around your pups neck to insure fit

Gauge

In Double Crochet 7 stitches x 2 rows = 2 inches

Abbreviations

ch – chain

sp – space

st(s) – stitch(s)

sc – single crochet

dc – double crochet

Reflect-a-Danna

1. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), dc in 1^st ch made, turn (2dc, 1 ch sp)
2. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), dc in ch sp, ch 2, dc in dc, turn (3dc, 2 ch sp)
3. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 1 more time, dc in dc, turn (4dc, 3 ch sp)
4. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 2 more times, dc in dc, turn (5dc, 4 ch sp)
5. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 3 more times, dc in dc, turn (6dc, 5 ch sp)
6. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 4 more times, dc in dc, turn (7dc, 6 ch sp)
7. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 5 more times, dc in dc, turn (8dc, 7 ch sp) size small skip to row 14
8. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 6 more times, dc in dc, turn (9dc, 8 ch sp)
9. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 7 more times, dc in dc, turn (10dc, 9 ch sp)
10. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 8 more times, dc in dc, turn (11dc, 10 ch sp) size medium skip to row 14
11. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 9 more times, dc in dc, turn (12dc, 11 ch sp)
12. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 10 more times, dc in dc, turn (13dc, 12 ch sp)
13. ch 5 (counts as dc and ch 2 sp), [dc in ch sp, ch 2] repeat 11 more times, dc in dc, turn (14dc, 13 ch sp)
14. ch 1, now we are going to work back down the side towards the tip of the bandanna, [2 sc in next ch sp, 3 sc in next ch sp] repeat all the way down until you get to the tip of the bandanna put 5 sc in the bandanna tip, continue back up the next side of the bandanna, [3 sc in next ch sp, 2 sc in next ch sp] repeat through the last ch sp on that side, do not turn
15. small ch 9, medium ch 21, large ch 30, join to 1^st sc on opposite side you ch'ed from, now going across the top of the bandanna, ch 1, [2 sc in next ch sp, 3 sc in next ch sp] repeat across, join to side of sc, tie off, sew in ends

Hugs Chillz Cooling Dog Pad Review

Hugs Chillz Cooling Pad Review

So this purchases was made because we live in Minnesota. It gets really hot and muggy here in the summer time. So knowing bully's are not made for the heat we went on a search to help our bully stay cool. This mat is what we ended up buying as it seemed to be the best product at price that didn't break the bank. I got this online from shopfreely.com for $35.99 ! A steal for the size I got! We got size large by the way. It measures 36” x 20” . Also after a month of use I will come back and update this to let you all know how it is holding up or held up. Okay now lets take a close look.

This is what the front and back of the box looks like. It says this about the Hugs Chillz cooling pad.

• non-toxic
• no need to freeze or chill
• cool gel keeps pets comfy
• pressure-activated
• puncture-resistant
• folds up for storage
• durable
• use indoors, outdoors, and for travel on the go
• its keeps your pets cool by creating a lower temperature then their body temperature
• can be soothing for pets with joint pain

Some close ups of the box it came in.

Here is what it looked like right out of the box on the top left. Top right is a close up of the emblem/logo. Bottom right is what it looks like laid out in my bully's crate. Bottom left is what it looks like folded in half.

I think when we go on car trips we will bring this along it will fit folded in half perfectly on one seat. Not sure if we will use it in the crate as our bedroom is in the basement and stays nice and cool for our Bully, but I plan on using this outside alot! Now lets see what our Bully Anca thought!

Anca wasn't sure of it at first when it was inside the house. So we put it outside and did some playing. After all that running around it was her new best friend ! I did have to test this out myself as well and sat on it and yes it makes your bum chilly ! No water, no freezing, no recharging, no work ! If it seems to no longer to be cool just move your pet off for a few min and the gel will recharge itself !

I have to say so far I'm pretty impressed with this item. I mean even the packing was just adorable. Little packing bones instead of peanuts ! They were even 100% recyclable and biodegradable !

How did it hold up months after use ? Well I bought this item in June, and I just put it away for the winter months ahead as its now November. It's still in perfect condition, and works great. It was super easy to keep clean with just a good wipe down, and put away nice for storage. Over all we are very very happy with this.

Bully Family in Pain Needs Your Help !

Bully Family in Pain Need Your Help!

In Albuquerque, NM a man shot and killed 3 innocent beautiful dogs with not one but two different guns while they were trapped in fencing..... Now how sporting is that.... Its not its horrible unspeakable unthinkable to anyone who loves their own pet. Now theses 3 dogs were not vicious attack dogs. No they were a loving mother and her two baby pups. This man who could have easily done something other then shoot 2 innocent puppies and their mother. And now it seems this heart broken family missing their beloved pet wont get any justice for what was done to their family! So if you feel as I do. That this is WRONG and the family deserves JUSTICE please please click the link below and sign and share their petition to get the justice they deserve so they can cope with this horrifying loss to their family.

Signand Share Petition HERE

Bark Box the UnBoxing April 2015

Bark Box Unboxing !

Okay ! Lets start. We are going to let Bianca (Anca) open and check everything out first. Then at the end I will let you know my thoughts and an itemized list. Hope you enjoy ! Oh and there is a Coupon code at the bottom too!

Opening the Box

Lets dig right in ! We ordered the box for size just right 20-50 lbs.

First we checked out the toys. There was a ball rope thing. It was ok. I’ll pry play with it latter. But this crinkly squeaky thing is awesome!

Second we checked out the treats. I gave them the sniff test and the little heart crunchy's smelled so good I didn't wait for mom. I took my own. Mom had to help me with the the other ones. They were pretty good too.

Last there was a chew! I love love love chew's!

So there you have it. I Anca love it all ! Now you can hear from mom...

Okay so here is my thoughts on bark box. The box size we picked was Just right for 20-50 lbs (you can change this latter on to bigger size). The treats were awesome. All gluten free and they smelled so good you wanted to eat them ! The toys are great both made in the US. The tug and pull rope ball is made out 100% cotton and earth friendly dyes. It also can go right in the washer when its dirty. Okay the chew. The chew was a 100% natural salmon skin. Anca loved it.... It said hours of chewing ….. well Anca had this thing gone I mean gone in an hour. So I will be doing some research on how healthy it was for her to eat that all in one go before I decide if I’m reordering it.

Here is the list of each item and what each item is worth

Harry Barker Tug & Toss (rope ball tug) - $8.00

Pet Qwerks Pawpcorn (popcorn crinkle squeaker) - $10.00

Healthy Dogma Bacon Hearts (treats) - $8.00

Your Dog's Diner Pizza Pawty Crust (treats) - $7.00

Aussie Naturals Salmon Half Cigar (chew) - $5.00

So all in all I'm very happy with bark box. I love that I can change my subscriptions if I need to. It is specific to my dog and her age and weight.

So if you thinking about checking it out I'm leaving the link below. Also if you decided to try bark box please order through the link I provided and help me help you help me lol. What I mean by that is if any of my friends sign up for bar box using my referral code L25WGZAQLC we both get one free bark box ! How cool is that I didn't even know about that when I signed up ! So ok heres the link.

BarkBox Link Here

Wag-o-Mania 2015!: Walk for Animals

Wag-o-Mania 2015 

Wag-o-Mania is a walk for Animals who are less fortunate then our own. Help Rescue's rescue ! Hi guys! A very Beautiful rescued Bully and her Parents are doing The walk for Animals on Saturday May 2nd! The Walk for Animals is about gathering and celebrating, but mostly, it's about helping animals less fortunate than our own. This is the Animal Humane Society's major, stand-up-on-your-hind-legs-and-bark fundraising event. 
If you want to find out more or walk or help please visit the link below thank you ! ‪#‎TeamMatilda‬

wag-o-Mania 2015!: Walk for Animals

Bulldogs are Beautiful Necklace

Bulldogs are Beautiful Necklace

Will Need/Need to Know

• H – hook
• caron simply soft yarn in 2 colors A & B
• needle to sew in ends
• ( ) holds needed info and number of stitches
• [ ] repeat whats inside
• double crochet 2 together (dc2tog) = starting to dc2tog in 1 st, skip next st , finish in next st, so there is 3 stitches making a dc2tog
• sizes are XL (2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) and appear in pattern as such
• measures about 18 (20, 22, 24, 26) inches around
• note my sizes may differ then store bought items please measure around your pups head to insure fit

Gauge

In double crochet 8 stitches X 4 rows = 2 inches

Abbreviations

ch – chain

st(s) – stitch(s)

dc – double crochet

sl st – slip stitch

dc2tog – double crochet 2 together

Necklace

1. in color A, ch 70 (80, 90, 100, 110), join to 1^st ch, change to color B
2. ch 2 (does not count as dc), [1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, 1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc all in next st, 1 dc in each of the next 3 sts, dc2tog] repeat around, join to 1^st dc, change to color A
3. ch 1 (does not count as sl st), sl st in each st around, join to 1^st sl st, tie off

Now Make Flower

Flower Pattern found HERE

• sew in all your ends
• sew on preferred flower size and your done! Your bulldog is ready to be even more beautiful! 

Anca the Bulldog vs. laser light

Puppy Skull n Bones Applique - free pattern

Puppy Skull n Bones Applique

Need/Need to Know

• H hook
• Red Heart with Love yarn
• needle to sew in ends
• picot = chain 3 slip stitch in 1^st ch
• ( ) holds needed info and # of stitches
• [ ] repeat whats inside
• with h hook finished applique is 6 1/2in x 5 1/2in if wanting smaller use smaller hook size

Abbreviation

sc – single crochet

dc – double crochet

hdc – half double crochet

ch – chain

sl st – slip stich

st(s) – stitch(s)

sk – skip

sc dec – single crochet decrease

hdc dec – half double crochet decrease

picot – picot

Head

1. ch 8, sl st into 1^st ch (1^st eye made)

2. ch 8, sl st into 1^st ch (2^nd eye)

3. ch 1 (does not count as hdc), hdc in 1^st ch 8 circle, sc into ch 8 circle 9 times, hdc in ch 8 circle

continuing on into the 2^nd ch 8 circle, hdc in 2^nd ch 8 circle, sc into 2^nd ch 8 sp 9 times, hdc in 2^nd ch 8 sp, join to 1^st hdc (22sts)

4. now continue around in a circle, ch 2(does not count as dc), 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 dc in each of the next 6 sts, 3 dc in the next st, sk next 4 sts, 3 dc in next st, 2 dc in each of the next 6 sts, 1 dc in each of the next 2 sts, join to 1^st dc (34 dc)

5. ch 1, 1 sc in each of the next 5 sts, 2 sc in each of the next 6 sts, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, [picot, hdc in next st] repeat 1 more time, hdc dec across next 2 sts, [hcd in next st, picot] repeat 1 more time, 2 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 1 hdc in each of the next 2 sts, 2 sc in each of the next 6 sts, 1 sc in each of the next 4 sts, join to 1^st sc, tie off (53sc, 15hdc, 4picot)

Ears – make 2

1. ch 3, sc in 2^nd ch from hook, 1 sc in next st, turn (2sc)
2. ch 1(does not count as sc), 1 sc in each st across, turn (2sc)
3. ch 1(does not count as sc), 1 sc in next st, 2 sc in next st, turn (3sc)
4. ch 1(does not count as sc), 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, turn (4sc)
5. ch 1(does not count as sc), 1 sc each of the next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st, turn (5sc)
6. ch 1(does not count as sc), 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sts, sc dec across next 2 sts, tie off (5sc)

Bones – make 2

1. ch 13, sc in 2^nd ch from hook, and each st across (12sc)

2. ch 1, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sl st, ch 1, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, ch 1 sl st all into side of last sc, now sl st all the way across the bottom of sc in row 1

3. ch 1, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sl st, ch 1, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, ch 1 sl st all into side of sc, tie off

• now sew ears to side of skull
• sew in all ends
• and your done your applique is ready to be sewn on to anything!

Crochet Infinity Scarf for Pup- Free Pattern 5 sizes

Infinity Scarf for Pup

Does your pup like to by stylish? Mine does so I made this infinity scarf for her so she could wear something pretty whenever wherever, and I think I pulled it off. Also don't worry there is instructions on how to make it safe for you pup. Hope you like it as much as my pup does!

Sizes

• xxs- xs = 12in
• sm = 14in
• med = 16in
• lrg = 18in
• in pattern XXS & XS are the same and stitch count changes will appear like this XS(SM, MED, LRG) XS being the same as XXS

Need/ Need to know

• J hook
• 2 colors red heart super saver
• sewing needle to sew in ends
• 1^st chain does not count as 1^st stitch

Gauge

in hdc 7 stiches x 4 rows = 2in

Abbreviations

ch- chain

hdc- half double crochet

st- stitch

Scarf

1. ch 85(92,99,106), hdc in 2^nd ch from hook and each st across, change color, turn (84 hdc(91,98,105)
2. ch 1, hdc in each st across, change color, turn (84 hdc(91,98,105)
3. ch 1, hdc in each st across, tie off

Assembly

1^st you want to lay out your infinity scarf like an upside down breast cancer ribbon like shown in the picture below

next you want to take your two lose ends and place them together like the photo below

and sew those two ends together, now fold it into the infinity scarf and to make it safe for your pup so they don't step on the one end and tighten the other and in turn choke themselves we are going to sew the back together as shown in picture below

sew in all your ends and your finished! Hope your pup enjoys and happy hooking!

Kitty likes it too :)

Crochet Any Occasion Dog Sweater 5 Sizes

Any Occasion Dog Sweater

XXS Pattern Only is Free Other 4 are available for purchase on Ravelry and Craftsy Links here: Ravelry & Craftsy

Wear it plain or dress it up with some appliques! some great FREE applique links are provided below from some of the greatest designers I know and some from myself!

Abbreviations/Need to Know 

ch- chain

sc- single crochet

st(s)- stitch(s)

sp(s)- space(s)

dc- double crochet

sl st- slip stitch

v st- v stitch = 1d,ch2,1dc in same stitch

also beginning ch does not count as 1st st unless stated

do not turn unless stated

do not join unless stated

( ) holds counts for different sizes, the number of stitches made and other need to know info

[ ] repeat what’s inside

will need

I- hook

red heart super saver or red heart with love yarn

sizes- XXS (XS, S, M, L) counts will also be in this order, this pattern is for XXS only other 4 are available for purchase on ravelry or craftsy see above for links

finished measurements without stretching

XXS- 9in round neck, 12 ½in round body, 8in long

XS- 9in round neck, 15in round body, 10in long

S- 11in round neck, 18 ½in round body, 12in long

M- 13 ½in round neck, 23in round body, 13 ½in long

L- 15 ½in round neck, 26 in round body, 15 ½in long

Note: my measurements may differ then store bought items please measure your dog to find the best size for your pup

Note: rows 5 & 6 have row a. and row b. all sizes do a. and only M & L do row b. for both rows

Gage

5 rows of vsts = 3 in

1. ch 15, dc in 6^th ch from hook (1^st vst made), [sk 2sts, v st in next st] repeat across, turn (4 v sts)
2. sl st into ch 2 sp, ch 5, dc in same ch 2 sp (1^st v st), [v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat across, turn (4 v sts)
3. repeat 2
4. repeat 2
5. repeat 2 tie off now you should have about a 3in by 3in square

sweater XXS ONLY

1. ch 30, join in 1^st ch, ch 1, sc in each st around, join in 1^st sc, (30sc)
2. ch 5, dc in same st,[sk next st, v st in next st] repeat around, sk last st, join in 3^rd ch of 1^st ch 5,(XXS only sk to row 4 and do this row twice, (15 v sts)
3. .....
4. sl st into ch 2 sp, ch 5, dc in same ch 2 sp (1^st v st), [v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat around, join in 3^rd ch of 1^st ch 5, turn, (15 v sts)
5. ch 3(counts as 1^st dc), [v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat 2 more times, dc between the next 2 dc, (3 v sts & 2 dc) tie off
   
   
6. now go back down to the 5^th row sk 1^st/1 v st by row just made and connect yarn between that v st and the next, ch 3 (counts as dc), [v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat 9 more times, dc between last v st worked in and next v st, turn (10 v sts & 2 dc)
   
   
7. ch 3 (counts as dc), [v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat 9 more times, dc in dc, ch 4, sk gap, dc in dc, [v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat 2 more times, dc in dc, ch 4, join in 3^rd ch of 1^st ch 3, (13 v sts & 2 ch big sps)
8. sl st over to next ch 2 sp, ch 5, dc in same ch 2 sp (1^st v st made), [v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat until big ch sp, v st 1 time in big ch sp, [v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat until next big ch sp, v st 1 time in big ch sp, join in 3^rd ch of 1^st ch 5, (15 v sts)
9. sl st over to next ch 2 sp, ch 5, dc in same ch 2 sp (1^st v st), [v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat around, join in 3^rd ch of 1^st ch 5, (15 v sts)
10. repeat 9
11. repeat 9, XXS sk to row 14
12. .....
13. .....
14. sl st, backwards into next ch 2 sp, now continuing forward again ch 5, dc in same ch 2 sp (1^st v st), [ v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat 9 more times, turn, (11 v sts)
15. sl st into next ch 2 sp, ch 5, dc in same ch 2 sp (1^st v st), [v st in next ch 2 sp] repeat across, turn, (11 v sts)
16. repeat 15
17. repeat 15
18. repeat 15
19. repeat 15, XXS tie off

Now sew in all your ends and your done! Your pup now has a stylish new spring/fall sweater, hope you enjoy and happy hooking!

Now if you want to make it extra special for occasions or holidays you can add some applique like pictured below, and free pattern links provide below

For the 4th of July or Memorial Day add a festive star applique here's some links to some great stars by some amazing designers :

Kim Guzman: http://www.crochetkim.com/patterns/star.html

Jessie At Home: http://jessieathome.com/.../stars-and-stripes-bunting.html  (this is the one is used in the picture)

Need something for Christmas try one of these 5 appliques in one link!
Posh Pooch Designs: http://www.ravelry.com/patt.../library/5-christmas-appliques

dogs just want to be dogs try this awesome dog bone applique
Posh Pooch Designs:  http://poshpoochdesignsdogclothes.blogspot.com/2011/03/dog-bone-applique-and-toy-crochet.html

And some by Me

For Easter how about a cute little bunny

http://mandalynnscrochettreasures.blogspot.com/2014/05/crochet-bunny-applique.html

Going to the beach an octopus might be just right

http://mandalynnscrochettreasures.blogspot.com/2014/05/8-or-4-legged-octopus-applique.html

On the Farm what about a piggy

http://mandalynnscrochettreasures.blogspot.com/2014/05/piggy-applique.html

Going to the Circus heres an elephant

http://mandalynnscrochettreasures.blogspot.com/2014/05/crochet-elephant-applique.html