I see a Pippa Pig on his patterns page. I don't see a Kipper. Look through the patterns. Maybe they are there and I'm just not seeing them. Otherwise, contact Alan, through the site. He's a delight to chat with and will answer personally. He'll give you any help he can. If there's something there you want, don't be afraid of the download. The price is extrememly reasonable and the download extremely easy. I'm on dial-up and have no problems getting the patterns through download. Here is a link that might be useful: Alan Dar patterns

I found the perfect one! it costs $4.25 but is the best money you'll ever spend on a pattern. SO easy to make! http://www.etsy.com/listing/61790081/crocheted-dog-bone-mat-pattern?ref=sr_gallery_25&ga_search_submit=&ga_search_query=dog+bone+crochet&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmade I've made about 20 of them!

I agree with Brooklyn Girl...if it's possible for you to take your dog inside the house, I'm sure your dog can be trained to be "polite and well mannered" inside! Even old dogs can learn new tricks and behaviors! If you would like a smaller dog anyway, I happened to like Bichons. I have two from a rescue. This breed is darling, and they have such great personalities. They don't shed, but they DO need to be groomed and their hair (they don't have fur) cut/trimmed. They weigh between 10 to 20 lbs, with some a little lighter weight and some a little heavier. They are smart, and definitely people oriented, so should not be left alone for long periods of time, or left outside unattended. They WANT to be with you! I've noticed that my two have become good watchdogs, and I can't imagine ever being without these sparkling, expressive darlings!

Hi, Barbara, I had to re-design/enlarge a small-sized pattern to make a larger pattern in order to make a vest for a friend's 8 lb dog. If you want, I could draw out another pattern for you and send it by snail mail, and you could use it as a starting point and enlarge it as needed. Send me an email if you are interested and I'll get it out to you. Sooz