Ami Ami Dogs (2008) and Ami Ami Dogs 2 (2009). Japanese books on the art of amigurumi or crocheting three-dimensional animals. These books are devoted to knitting dogs, with chihuahuas represented on both covers, and detailed instructions within. Shown below is an example of an "ami ami" chihuahua, adorably knitted by self-taught Armina of Armina's Ami-nals.