Dog breed weight chart
| Breed | Adult weight (lb) | Adult weight (kg) | Growth chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akita | 70-130 lb | 32-59 kg | Puppy chart |
| Alaskan Malamute | 75-85 lb | 34-39 kg | Puppy chart |
| Australian Cattle Dog | 35-50 lb | 16-23 kg | Puppy chart |
| Australian Shepherd | 40-65 lb | 18-29 kg | Puppy chart |
| Basset Hound | 40-65 lb | 18-29 kg | Puppy chart |
| Beagle | 20-30 lb | 9-14 kg | Puppy chart |
| Belgian Malinois | 40-80 lb | 18-36 kg | Puppy chart |
| Bernedoodle (standard) | 70-90 lb | 32-41 kg | Puppy chart |
| Bernese Mountain Dog | 70-115 lb | 32-52 kg | Puppy chart |
| Bichon Frise | 12-18 lb | 5-8 kg | Puppy chart |
| Bloodhound | 80-110 lb | 36-50 kg | Puppy chart |
| Border Collie | 30-55 lb | 14-25 kg | Puppy chart |
| Boston Terrier | 12-25 lb | 5-11 kg | Puppy chart |
| Boxer | 50-80 lb | 23-36 kg | Puppy chart |
| Bulldog | 40-50 lb | 18-23 kg | Puppy chart |
| Cane Corso | 88-110 lb | 40-50 kg | Puppy chart |
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | 13-18 lb | 6-8 kg | Puppy chart |
| Cavapoo | 9-25 lb | 4-11 kg | Puppy chart |
| Chihuahua | 3-6 lb | 1-3 kg | Puppy chart |
| Cockapoo | 12-24 lb | 5-11 kg | Puppy chart |
| Cocker Spaniel | 20-30 lb | 9-14 kg | Puppy chart |
| Collie | 50-75 lb | 23-34 kg | Puppy chart |
| Dachshund | 16-32 lb | 7-15 kg | Puppy chart |
| Dalmatian | 45-70 lb | 20-32 kg | Puppy chart |
| Doberman Pinscher | 60-100 lb | 27-45 kg | Puppy chart |
| English Springer Spaniel | 40-50 lb | 18-23 kg | Puppy chart |
| French Bulldog | 16-28 lb | 7-13 kg | Puppy chart |
| German Shepherd | 50-90 lb | 23-41 kg | Puppy chart |
| German Shorthaired Pointer | 45-70 lb | 20-32 kg | Puppy chart |
| Golden Retriever | 55-75 lb | 25-34 kg | Puppy chart |
| Goldendoodle (standard) | 50-90 lb | 23-41 kg | Puppy chart |
| Great Dane | 110-175 lb | 50-79 kg | Puppy chart |
| Great Pyrenees | 85-160 lb | 39-73 kg | Puppy chart |
| Greyhound | 60-70 lb | 27-32 kg | Puppy chart |
| Havanese | 7-13 lb | 3-6 kg | Puppy chart |
| Jack Russell Terrier | 13-17 lb | 6-8 kg | Puppy chart |
| Labradoodle (standard) | 50-65 lb | 23-29 kg | Puppy chart |
| Labrador Retriever | 55-80 lb | 25-36 kg | Puppy chart |
| Lhasa Apso | 12-18 lb | 5-8 kg | Puppy chart |
| Maltese | 4-7 lb | 2-3 kg | Puppy chart |
| Maltipoo | 5-20 lb | 2-9 kg | Puppy chart |
| Mastiff | 120-230 lb | 54-104 kg | Puppy chart |
| Mini Goldendoodle | 15-35 lb | 7-16 kg | Puppy chart |
| Miniature American Shepherd (Mini Aussie) | 20-40 lb | 9-18 kg | Puppy chart |
| Miniature Poodle | 10-15 lb | 5-7 kg | Puppy chart |
| Miniature Schnauzer | 11-20 lb | 5-9 kg | Puppy chart |
| Newfoundland | 100-150 lb | 45-68 kg | Puppy chart |
| Papillon | 5-10 lb | 2-5 kg | Puppy chart |
| Pembroke Welsh Corgi | 24-30 lb | 11-14 kg | Puppy chart |
| Pit Bull (American Pit Bull Terrier) | 30-60 lb | 14-27 kg | Puppy chart |
| Pomeranian | 3-7 lb | 1-3 kg | Puppy chart |
| Pug | 14-18 lb | 6-8 kg | Puppy chart |
| Rhodesian Ridgeback | 70-85 lb | 32-39 kg | Puppy chart |
| Rottweiler | 80-135 lb | 36-61 kg | Puppy chart |
| Saint Bernard | 120-180 lb | 54-82 kg | Puppy chart |
| Samoyed | 35-65 lb | 16-29 kg | Puppy chart |
| Shetland Sheepdog | 15-25 lb | 7-11 kg | Puppy chart |
| Shiba Inu | 17-23 lb | 8-10 kg | Puppy chart |
| Shih Tzu | 9-16 lb | 4-7 kg | Puppy chart |
| Siberian Husky | 35-60 lb | 16-27 kg | Puppy chart |
| Staffordshire Bull Terrier | 24-38 lb | 11-17 kg | Puppy chart |
| Standard Poodle | 40-70 lb | 18-32 kg | Puppy chart |
| Toy Poodle | 4-6 lb | 2-3 kg | Puppy chart |
| Vizsla | 44-60 lb | 20-27 kg | Puppy chart |
| Weimaraner | 55-90 lb | 25-41 kg | Puppy chart |
| West Highland White Terrier | 15-20 lb | 7-9 kg | Puppy chart |
| Whippet | 25-40 lb | 11-18 kg | Puppy chart |
| Yorkshire Terrier | 4-7 lb | 2-3 kg | Puppy chart |
Ranges span typical females (lower end) to males (upper end), based on breed standards and typical ranges. Mixed breeds vary widely.
Dog body condition score chart
Vets use a 9-point body condition score (BCS); 4-5 is ideal. Each point above 5 means roughly 10% extra weight, which is how the calculator above estimates ideal weight.
| Score | What you see and feel | Weight vs ideal |
|---|---|---|
| 1-3 (thin) | Ribs, spine and hip bones easily visible; obvious waist | 10-40% under |
| 4-5 (ideal) | Ribs easy to feel under a thin fat layer; waist visible from above; belly tucked up from the side | Ideal |
| 6-7 (overweight) | Ribs hard to feel; waist barely visible or absent | 10-20% over |
| 8-9 (obese) | Ribs not felt under heavy fat; no waist; fat deposits on back and tail base | 30-40%+ over |
Why a healthy weight matters
A long-term study of Labrador retrievers found that dogs kept lean lived about two years longer than their overweight littermates and developed arthritis later. Extra weight also raises the risk of diabetes, breathing problems and joint injuries.
How to help your dog lose weight
- Feed for the ideal weight, not the current one. The dog calorie calculator works this out.
- Measure food with a kitchen scale and count treats (under 10% of calories).
- Aim for 1-2% of body weight lost per week and weigh every 2-4 weeks.
- Ask your vet to rule out medical causes such as hypothyroidism.
Also see: puppy growth charts by breed · puppy weight calculator
Frequently asked questions
How much should my dog weigh?
It depends on breed and frame. Use the breed chart as a guide, then check body condition: you should feel the ribs easily and see a waist from above.
How do I know if my dog is overweight?
If you cannot easily feel your dog's ribs, there is no visible waist, or there are fat pads over the hips and tail base, your dog is likely overweight (BCS 6 or more).
How fast can a dog safely lose weight?
About 1-2% of body weight per week. Faster weight loss risks muscle loss and is hard to maintain.