I've made Playing Puppy using a super chunky #6 weight plush yarn. This is ideal for a big soft and huggable toy and is a pretty quick make. He is 11 inches long (when made with the recommended materials).

The 11 page pattern is intermediate skill level and is available in US terminology. It is clear to follow with detailed instructions and lots of pictures for step by step making and assembly. The pattern also includes an adjustment for making your puppy using a non-plush yarn.

The following stitches/techniques are used in this pattern:
US Terminology - magic ring or chain 2 to start, slip stitch, single crochet, increase, decrease (sc2tog), back loop only

Pattern Language: English

Puppy is 11 inches long (when made with super chunky weight plush yarn)

• Yarn: I have made Puppy using Hobbii Baby Snuggle Solid (super chunky weight plush yarn) - colour and weight details in pattern
• Hook: 5mm (H) crochet hook
• Stuffing: I use polyester filling
• Safety eyes: I have used 15mm plastic safety eyes, but you can embroider the eyes on if you prefer
• Large yarn needle
• Pins
• (A stitch marker and row counter are useful)