10 Of The Best Patterns For Pets On The Web

We’ve heard of people knitting coats for dogs, or toys for their cats, but have you ever thought about making one for your Guinea pig? We’ve searched the web for a patterns for other animals, from chickens to goats and even rats!

Myshelle Cole’s ‘Rattie House from Upcycled Sheets’ on Mamma That Makes

Have you got some old bedsheets that you’re planning to throw out? Check out this pattern before you do! This great pattern allows you to upcycle the sheets into yarn, which you can then use to crochet your little rodents a cosy little home. Available as a free, written pattern from Mamma That Makes.

Find Myshelle on Ravlery as MammaThatMakes

Jen Bianchi’s ‘Nicholas’ Sweater’ on Knitters’ Row

This little sweater may be the cutest thing we have ever seen. A great idea for poorly Guinea pigs who have lost their hair or simply just to keep them a bit warmer in the colder months. Available as a free, written pattern from KnittersRow.

Find Jen on Ravlery as PurlFrog

Nordic Mart’s ‘Goose’ from Nordic Mart

This lovely little crochet cap is a great way to dress up your horse without restricting them. This could be used for a photoshoot, competition or simply to give their head a little protection from the sun. Available as a free, downloadable pattern from NordicMart.

Find NordicMart on Ravelry as NordicMart

Karlen Gunderson’s ‘Bird and Wildlife Rescue Nests’ on Ravelry

This nest pattern has been designed to hold rescued animals from tiny little birds to litters of rabbits. The tight stitching of crochet makes them stable enough to hold the animal without them stretching or tipping over. Many rescue centres appreciate the donation of these nests to help rehabilitate the animals. Available as a free, downloadable pattern from Ravelry.

Find Karlen Gunderson on Ravelry as Pinsnthread

Stacey Shortridge’s ‘Nubian Goat Sweater’ on Ravelry

This pattern is a great idea for keeping goats a bit warmer when they’re outside in the colder months. This carefully designed pattern includes leg covers at the front which don’t restrict movement, but these can be omitted entirely if you prefer. Stacey even notes that to make a larger size, you simply need to use a bigger sized needle. Available as a downloadable pattern from Ravelry.

Find Stacey on Ravelry as Chococat

Sandra Willoughby’s ‘A Simple Rat Hammock’ on Ravelry

This little pattern is based on a simple granny square, with ties at each corner to form the hammock. The flexibility of the crochet stitch will give your animal enough support without drooping too much. Available as a free downloadable pattern from Ravelry.

Find Sandra on Ravelry as Teatime86

Jacqui Bennett’s ‘Rescued Battery Hen Jumper’ on Ravelry

The purpose of this pattern is to help chickens who have lost their feathers and are therefore unable to keep themselves warm. She states that often, rescued hens don’t have a full set of feathers, so she makes these jumpers for them to wear until their feathers regrow. Available as a free, downloadable pattern from Ravelry.

Find Jacqui on Ravelry as Fluzz

Yvonne’s ‘House for a Mouse’ on Ravelry

This pattern makes use of twine or organic yarn to create a safe, cosy home for your little rodents. A simple, easy to follow crochet pattern, this mouse house can be worked up in a very short space of time. Available as a downloadable pattern from Ravelry.

Find Yvonne on Ravelry as Selana

Victoria Stott’s ‘Birds Nest Bag for Yarn Ends’ on Ravelry

This brilliant, yet simple pattern is a fabulous idea, we’re gutted we didn’t think of it ourselves.  Not only is it a great way to get rid of your old, natural fibre yarn scraps, but it also helps birds when they are nesting. Available as a free, downloadable pattern from Ravelry.

Find Victoria on Ravelry as Vikily

Teresa Harmless Archer’s ‘Pet Bandana’ on HarmlessArcherKnits

This super cute little bandana pattern was designed to fit a dwarf rabbit but can easily be adjusted to fit any size of animal. Teresa’s lovely pattern is written very clearly and simply, and is available for free from HarmlessArcherKnits.

Find Teresa on Ravelry as HarmlessArcher