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Breed / typeWeight or size reference
Affenpinscher
Overall breed range7–10 lb (3.2–4.5 kg)
Female7–10 lb (3.2–4.5 kg)
Male7–10 lb (3.2–4.5 kg)
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Afghan Hound
Overall breed range50–60 lb (22.7–27.2 kg)
Female50–60 lb (22.7–27.2 kg)
Male50–60 lb (22.7–27.2 kg)
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Airedale Terrier
Overall breed range40–70 lb (18.1–31.8 kg)
Female40–51 lb (18.1–23.1 kg)
Male44–70 lb (20.0–31.8 kg)
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Akita
Overall breed range70–130 lb (31.8–59.0 kg)
Female70–100 lb (31.8–45.4 kg)
Male100–130 lb (45.4–59.0 kg)
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Alaskan Malamute
Overall breed range71–95 lb (32.2–43.1 kg)
Female71–84 lb (32.2–38.1 kg)
Male79–95 lb (35.8–43.1 kg)
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American Bulldog
Overall breed range60–120 lb (27.2–54.4 kg)
Female60–120 lb (27.2–54.4 kg)
Male60–120 lb (27.2–54.4 kg)
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American Cocker Spaniel
Overall breed range20–30 lb (9.1–13.6 kg)
Female20–25 lb (9.1–11.3 kg)
Male25–30 lb (11.3–13.6 kg)
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American English Coonhound
Overall breed range40–65 lb (18.1–29.5 kg)
Female40–65 lb (18.1–29.5 kg)
Male40–65 lb (18.1–29.5 kg)
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American Eskimo (Miniature)
Overall breed range10–21 lb (4.5–9.5 kg)
Female10–19 lb (4.5–8.6 kg)
Male12–21 lb (5.4–9.5 kg)
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American Eskimo (Standard)
Overall breed range20–40 lb (9.1–18.1 kg)
Female20–35 lb (9.1–15.9 kg)
Male22–40 lb (10.0–18.1 kg)
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American Eskimo (Toy)
Overall breed range6–11 lb (2.7–5.0 kg)
Female6–10 lb (2.7–4.5 kg)
Male8–11 lb (3.6–5.0 kg)
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American Foxhound
Overall breed range60–70 lb (27.2–31.8 kg)
Female60–65 lb (27.2–29.5 kg)
Male65–70 lb (29.5–31.8 kg)
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American Hairless Terrier
Overall breed range12–16 lb (5.4–7.3 kg)
Female12–16 lb (5.4–7.3 kg)
Male12–16 lb (5.4–7.3 kg)
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American Staffordshire Terrier
Overall breed range40–70 lb (18.1–31.8 kg)
Female40–55 lb (18.1–24.9 kg)
Male55–70 lb (24.9–31.8 kg)
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Breed information only. This link is not a citation for the displayed weight ranges.

American Water Spaniel

Breed-standard reference

Female25–40 lb (11.3–18.1 kg)
Male30–45 lb (13.6–20.4 kg)

These figures describe the breed standard, not an individual ideal-weight target.

Anatolian Shepherd
Overall breed range80–150 lb (36.3–68.0 kg)
Female80–120 lb (36.3–54.4 kg)
Male110–150 lb (49.9–68.0 kg)
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Australian Cattle Dog
Overall breed range35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Female35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Male35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
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Australian Shepherd
Overall breed range40–65 lb (18.1–29.5 kg)
Female40–55 lb (18.1–24.9 kg)
Male50–65 lb (22.7–29.5 kg)
Australian Terrier
Overall breed range15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
Female15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
Male15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
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Azawakh

Published breed reference

Female33–44 lb (15.0–20.0 kg)
Male44–55 lb (20.0–24.9 kg)
Source:
Barbet

Published breed reference

General reference35–65 lb (15.9–29.5 kg)
Source:
Basenji
Overall breed range20–26 lb (9.1–11.8 kg)
Female20–24 lb (9.1–10.9 kg)
Male22–26 lb (10.0–11.8 kg)
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Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Published breed reference

General reference23–39 lb (10.4–17.7 kg)
Basset Hound
Overall breed range40–75 lb (18.1–34.0 kg)
Female40–65 lb (18.1–29.5 kg)
Male55–75 lb (24.9–34.0 kg)
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Beagle
Overall breed range20–24 lb (9.1–10.9 kg)
Female20–22 lb (9.1–10.0 kg)
Male22–24 lb (10.0–10.9 kg)
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Beagle (13″ class)
Overall breed range15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
Female15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
Male15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
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Bearded Collie
Overall breed range45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
Female45–55 lb (20.4–24.9 kg)
Male50–60 lb (22.7–27.2 kg)
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Beauceron
Overall breed range66–110 lb (29.9–49.9 kg)
Female66–90 lb (29.9–40.8 kg)
Male70–110 lb (31.8–49.9 kg)
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Bedlington Terrier
Overall breed range17–23 lb (7.7–10.4 kg)
Female17–23 lb (7.7–10.4 kg)
Male17–23 lb (7.7–10.4 kg)
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Belgian Laekenois

Published breed reference

General reference55–65 lb (24.9–29.5 kg)
Belgian Malinois
Overall breed range40–80 lb (18.1–36.3 kg)
Female40–60 lb (18.1–27.2 kg)
Male60–80 lb (27.2–36.3 kg)
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Belgian Sheepdog
Overall breed range45–75 lb (20.4–34.0 kg)
Female45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
Male55–75 lb (24.9–34.0 kg)
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Belgian Tervuren
Overall breed range45–75 lb (20.4–34.0 kg)
Female45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
Male55–75 lb (24.9–34.0 kg)
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Bergamasco
Overall breed range57–84 lb (25.9–38.1 kg)
Female57–71 lb (25.9–32.2 kg)
Male70–84 lb (31.8–38.1 kg)
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Berger Picard
Overall breed range50–70 lb (22.7–31.8 kg)
Female50–70 lb (22.7–31.8 kg)
Male50–70 lb (22.7–31.8 kg)
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Bernese Mountain Dog
Overall breed range70–115 lb (31.8–52.2 kg)
Female70–95 lb (31.8–43.1 kg)
Male80–115 lb (36.3–52.2 kg)
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Bichon Frise
Overall breed range12–18 lb (5.4–8.2 kg)
Female12–18 lb (5.4–8.2 kg)
Male12–18 lb (5.4–8.2 kg)
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Biewer Terrier

Published breed reference

General reference4–8 lb (1.8–3.6 kg)
Black and Tan Coonhound
Overall breed range40–75 lb (18.1–34.0 kg)
Female40–65 lb (18.1–29.5 kg)
Male50–75 lb (22.7–34.0 kg)
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Black Russian Terrier
Overall breed range80–130 lb (36.3–59.0 kg)
Female80–130 lb (36.3–59.0 kg)
Male80–130 lb (36.3–59.0 kg)
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Bloodhound
Overall breed range80–110 lb (36.3–49.9 kg)
Female80–100 lb (36.3–45.4 kg)
Male90–110 lb (40.8–49.9 kg)
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Bluetick Coonhound
Overall breed range45–80 lb (20.4–36.3 kg)
Female45–65 lb (20.4–29.5 kg)
Male55–80 lb (24.9–36.3 kg)
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Boerboel
Overall breed range150–200 lb (68.0–90.7 kg)
Female150–200 lb (68.0–90.7 kg)
Male150–200 lb (68.0–90.7 kg)
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Bolognese
Overall breed range5.5–9 lb (2.5–4.1 kg)
Female5.5–9 lb (2.5–4.1 kg)
Male5.5–9 lb (2.5–4.1 kg)
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Border Collie
Overall breed range30–45 lb (13.6–20.4 kg)
Female30–42 lb (13.6–19.1 kg)
Male30–45 lb (13.6–20.4 kg)
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Border Terrier
Overall breed range11.5–15.5 lb (5.2–7.0 kg)
Female11.5–14 lb (5.2–6.4 kg)
Male13–15.5 lb (5.9–7.0 kg)
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Borzoi
Overall breed range60–105 lb (27.2–47.6 kg)
Female60–85 lb (27.2–38.6 kg)
Male75–105 lb (34.0–47.6 kg)
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Boston Terrier
Overall breed range12–25 lb (5.4–11.3 kg)
Female12–25 lb (5.4–11.3 kg)
Male12–25 lb (5.4–11.3 kg)
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Bouvier des Flandres
Overall breed range60–110 lb (27.2–49.9 kg)
Female60–80 lb (27.2–36.3 kg)
Male75–110 lb (34.0–49.9 kg)
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Boxer
Overall breed range55–80 lb (24.9–36.3 kg)
Female55–65 lb (24.9–29.5 kg)
Male65–80 lb (29.5–36.3 kg)
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Boykin Spaniel

Published breed reference

Female25–35 lb (11.3–15.9 kg)
Male30–40 lb (13.6–18.1 kg)
Bracco Italiano

Published breed reference

General reference55–90 lb (24.9–40.8 kg)
Briard
Overall breed range50–100 lb (22.7–45.4 kg)
Female50–80 lb (22.7–36.3 kg)
Male55–100 lb (24.9–45.4 kg)
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Brittany
Overall breed range30–40 lb (13.6–18.1 kg)
Female30–40 lb (13.6–18.1 kg)
Male30–40 lb (13.6–18.1 kg)
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Brussels Griffon
Overall breed range8–10 lb (3.6–4.5 kg)
Female8–10 lb (3.6–4.5 kg)
Male8–10 lb (3.6–4.5 kg)
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Bull Terrier
Overall breed range45–65 lb (20.4–29.5 kg)
Female45–55 lb (20.4–24.9 kg)
Male55–65 lb (24.9–29.5 kg)
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Bull Terrier (Miniature)
Overall breed range18–33 lb (8.2–15.0 kg)
Female18–28 lb (8.2–12.7 kg)
Male25–33 lb (11.3–15.0 kg)
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Bulldog
Overall breed range40–55 lb (18.1–24.9 kg)
Female40–44 lb (18.1–20.0 kg)
Male50–55 lb (22.7–24.9 kg)
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Bullmastiff
Overall breed range100–130 lb (45.4–59.0 kg)
Female100–120 lb (45.4–54.4 kg)
Male110–130 lb (49.9–59.0 kg)
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Cairn Terrier
Overall breed range13–16 lb (5.9–7.3 kg)
Female13–16 lb (5.9–7.3 kg)
Male14–16 lb (6.4–7.3 kg)
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Canaan Dog
Overall breed range35–55 lb (15.9–24.9 kg)
Female35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg)
Male45–55 lb (20.4–24.9 kg)
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Cane Corso
Overall breed range85–110 lb (38.6–49.9 kg)
Female85–100 lb (38.6–45.4 kg)
Male90–110 lb (40.8–49.9 kg)
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Overall breed range25–38 lb (11.3–17.2 kg)
Female25–34 lb (11.3–15.4 kg)
Male30–38 lb (13.6–17.2 kg)
Catahoula Leopard Dog
Overall breed range50–95 lb (22.7–43.1 kg)
Female50–95 lb (22.7–43.1 kg)
Male50–95 lb (22.7–43.1 kg)
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Overall breed range13–18 lb (5.9–8.2 kg)
Female13–18 lb (5.9–8.2 kg)
Male13–18 lb (5.9–8.2 kg)
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Cesky Terrier
Overall breed range14–24 lb (6.4–10.9 kg)
Female14–24 lb (6.4–10.9 kg)
Male14–24 lb (6.4–10.9 kg)
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Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Overall breed range55–80 lb (24.9–36.3 kg)
Female55–70 lb (24.9–31.8 kg)
Male65–80 lb (29.5–36.3 kg)
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Chihuahua
Overall breed range5–8 lb (2.3–3.6 kg)
Female5–7 lb (2.3–3.2 kg)
Male6–8 lb (2.7–3.6 kg)
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Chinese Crested
Overall breed range5–12 lb (2.3–5.4 kg)
Female5–12 lb (2.3–5.4 kg)
Male5–12 lb (2.3–5.4 kg)
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Chinese Shar-Pei
Overall breed range45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
Female45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
Male50–60 lb (22.7–27.2 kg)
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Chinook
Overall breed range50–90 lb (22.7–40.8 kg)
Female50–65 lb (22.7–29.5 kg)
Male55–90 lb (24.9–40.8 kg)
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Chow Chow
Overall breed range45–70 lb (20.4–31.8 kg)
Female45–70 lb (20.4–31.8 kg)
Male45–70 lb (20.4–31.8 kg)
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Cirneco dell’Etna
Overall breed range17–26 lb (7.7–11.8 kg)
Female17–22 lb (7.7–10.0 kg)
Male22–26 lb (10.0–11.8 kg)
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Clumber Spaniel
Overall breed range55–85 lb (24.9–38.6 kg)
Female55–70 lb (24.9–31.8 kg)
Male70–85 lb (31.8–38.6 kg)
Collie
Overall breed range50–75 lb (22.7–34.0 kg)
Female50–65 lb (22.7–29.5 kg)
Male60–75 lb (27.2–34.0 kg)
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Coton de Tulear
Overall breed range8–15 lb (3.6–6.8 kg)
Female8–13 lb (3.6–5.9 kg)
Male9–15 lb (4.1–6.8 kg)
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Curly-Coated Retriever
Overall breed range60–95 lb (27.2–43.1 kg)
Female60–95 lb (27.2–43.1 kg)
Male60–95 lb (27.2–43.1 kg)
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Dachshund (Miniature)
Overall breed range8–11 lb (3.6–5.0 kg)
Female8–11 lb (3.6–5.0 kg)
Male8–11 lb (3.6–5.0 kg)
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Dachshund (Standard)
Overall breed range16–32 lb (7.3–14.5 kg)
Female16–32 lb (7.3–14.5 kg)
Male16–32 lb (7.3–14.5 kg)
Dalmatian
Overall breed range45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
Female45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
Male45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
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Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Overall breed range18–24 lb (8.2–10.9 kg)
Female18–24 lb (8.2–10.9 kg)
Male18–24 lb (8.2–10.9 kg)
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Danish-Swedish Farmdog

Published breed reference

General reference15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
Doberman Pinscher
Overall breed range60–100 lb (27.2–45.4 kg)
Female60–90 lb (27.2–40.8 kg)
Male75–100 lb (34.0–45.4 kg)
Dogo Argentino

Published breed reference

General reference80–100 lb (36.3–45.4 kg)
Dogue de Bordeaux
Overall breed range120–140 lb (54.4–63.5 kg)
Female120–140 lb (54.4–63.5 kg)
Male120–140 lb (54.4–63.5 kg)
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English Cocker Spaniel
Overall breed range26–34 lb (11.8–15.4 kg)
Female26–32 lb (11.8–14.5 kg)
Male28–34 lb (12.7–15.4 kg)
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English Foxhound
Overall breed range50–75 lb (22.7–34.0 kg)
Female50–70 lb (22.7–31.8 kg)
Male60–75 lb (27.2–34.0 kg)
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English Setter
Overall breed range45–80 lb (20.4–36.3 kg)
Female45–55 lb (20.4–24.9 kg)
Male65–80 lb (29.5–36.3 kg)
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English Springer Spaniel
Overall breed range40–55 lb (18.1–24.9 kg)
Female40–50 lb (18.1–22.7 kg)
Male45–55 lb (20.4–24.9 kg)
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English Toy Spaniel
Overall breed range8–14 lb (3.6–6.4 kg)
Female8–14 lb (3.6–6.4 kg)
Male8–14 lb (3.6–6.4 kg)
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Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Overall breed range40–65 lb (18.1–29.5 kg)
Female40–55 lb (18.1–24.9 kg)
Male50–65 lb (22.7–29.5 kg)
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Field Spaniel
Overall breed range35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Female35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Male35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
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Finnish Lapphund
Overall breed range33–53 lb (15.0–24.0 kg)
Female33–53 lb (15.0–24.0 kg)
Male33–53 lb (15.0–24.0 kg)
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Finnish Spitz
Overall breed range20–33 lb (9.1–15.0 kg)
Female20–28 lb (9.1–12.7 kg)
Male25–33 lb (11.3–15.0 kg)
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Flat-Coated Retriever
Overall breed range60–70 lb (27.2–31.8 kg)
Female60–70 lb (27.2–31.8 kg)
Male60–70 lb (27.2–31.8 kg)
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Fox Terrier (Smooth)
Overall breed range15–18 lb (6.8–8.2 kg)
Female15–17 lb (6.8–7.7 kg)
Male16–18 lb (7.3–8.2 kg)
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Fox Terrier (Wire)
Overall breed range15–18 lb (6.8–8.2 kg)
Female15–17 lb (6.8–7.7 kg)
Male16–18 lb (7.3–8.2 kg)
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French Bulldog
Overall breed range16–28 lb (7.3–12.7 kg)
Female16–24 lb (7.3–10.9 kg)
Male20–28 lb (9.1–12.7 kg)
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German Pinscher
Overall breed range25–45 lb (11.3–20.4 kg)
Female25–45 lb (11.3–20.4 kg)
Male25–45 lb (11.3–20.4 kg)
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German Shepherd Dog
Overall breed range50–90 lb (22.7–40.8 kg)
Female50–70 lb (22.7–31.8 kg)
Male65–90 lb (29.5–40.8 kg)
German Shorthaired Pointer

Breed-standard reference

Female45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
Male55–70 lb (24.9–31.8 kg)

These figures describe the breed standard, not an individual ideal-weight target.

German Wirehaired Pointer
Overall breed range45–70 lb (20.4–31.8 kg)
Female45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
Male55–70 lb (24.9–31.8 kg)
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Giant Schnauzer
Overall breed range55–85 lb (24.9–38.6 kg)
Female55–75 lb (24.9–34.0 kg)
Male60–85 lb (27.2–38.6 kg)
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Glen of Imaal Terrier
Overall breed range32–40 lb (14.5–18.1 kg)
Female32–40 lb (14.5–18.1 kg)
Male32–40 lb (14.5–18.1 kg)
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Golden Retriever
Overall breed range55–75 lb (24.9–34.0 kg)
Female55–65 lb (24.9–29.5 kg)
Male65–75 lb (29.5–34.0 kg)
Gordon Setter
Overall breed range45–80 lb (20.4–36.3 kg)
Female45–70 lb (20.4–31.8 kg)
Male55–80 lb (24.9–36.3 kg)
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Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen

Published breed reference

General reference40–45 lb (18.1–20.4 kg)
Great Dane
Overall breed range110–175 lb (49.9–79.4 kg)
Female110–140 lb (49.9–63.5 kg)
Male140–175 lb (63.5–79.4 kg)
Great Pyrenees
Overall breed range85–110 lb (38.6–49.9 kg)
Female85–100 lb (38.6–45.4 kg)
Male100–110 lb (45.4–49.9 kg)
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Overall breed range85–140 lb (38.6–63.5 kg)
Female85–110 lb (38.6–49.9 kg)
Male115–140 lb (52.2–63.5 kg)
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Greyhound
Overall breed range60–70 lb (27.2–31.8 kg)
Female60–65 lb (27.2–29.5 kg)
Male65–70 lb (29.5–31.8 kg)
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Harrier
Overall breed range39–59 lb (17.7–26.8 kg)
Female39–50 lb (17.7–22.7 kg)
Male48–59 lb (21.8–26.8 kg)
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Havanese
Overall breed range7–13 lb (3.2–5.9 kg)
Female7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg)
Male8–13 lb (3.6–5.9 kg)
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Ibizan Hound
Overall breed range40–55 lb (18.1–24.9 kg)
Female40–50 lb (18.1–22.7 kg)
Male45–55 lb (20.4–24.9 kg)
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Icelandic Sheepdog
Overall breed range20–30 lb (9.1–13.6 kg)
Female20–30 lb (9.1–13.6 kg)
Male20–30 lb (9.1–13.6 kg)
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Irish Red and White Setter
Overall breed range60–70 lb (27.2–31.8 kg)
Female60–70 lb (27.2–31.8 kg)
Male60–70 lb (27.2–31.8 kg)
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Irish Setter

Approximate show-weight reference

FemaleAbout 60 lb (27.2 kg)
MaleAbout 70 lb (31.8 kg)

The standard gives approximate show weights for dogs of the described heights. These are reference points, not a minimum-to-maximum interval.

Irish Terrier
Overall breed range25–27 lb (11.3–12.2 kg)
Female25–27 lb (11.3–12.2 kg)
Male25–27 lb (11.3–12.2 kg)
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Irish Water Spaniel
Overall breed range45–68 lb (20.4–30.8 kg)
Female45–58 lb (20.4–26.3 kg)
Male55–68 lb (24.9–30.8 kg)
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Irish Wolfhound
Overall breed range105–165 lb (47.6–74.8 kg)
Female105–135 lb (47.6–61.2 kg)
Male120–165 lb (54.4–74.8 kg)
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Italian Greyhound
Overall breed range7–14 lb (3.2–6.4 kg)
Female7–14 lb (3.2–6.4 kg)
Male7–14 lb (3.2–6.4 kg)
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Japanese Chin
Overall breed range7–11 lb (3.2–5.0 kg)
Female7–11 lb (3.2–5.0 kg)
Male7–11 lb (3.2–5.0 kg)
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Keeshond
Overall breed range35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg)
Female35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg)
Male35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg)
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Kerry Blue Terrier
Overall breed range33–40 lb (15.0–18.1 kg)
Female33–40 lb (15.0–18.1 kg)
Male33–40 lb (15.0–18.1 kg)
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Komondor
Overall breed range70–100 lb (31.8–45.4 kg)
Female70–80 lb (31.8–36.3 kg)
Male80–100 lb (36.3–45.4 kg)
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Kuvasz
Overall breed range70–115 lb (31.8–52.2 kg)
Female70–90 lb (31.8–40.8 kg)
Male100–115 lb (45.4–52.2 kg)
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Labrador Retriever
Overall breed range55–80 lb (24.9–36.3 kg)
Female55–70 lb (24.9–31.8 kg)
Male65–80 lb (29.5–36.3 kg)
Lagotto Romagnolo
Overall breed range24–35 lb (10.9–15.9 kg)
Female24–31 lb (10.9–14.1 kg)
Male28–35 lb (12.7–15.9 kg)
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Lakeland Terrier
Overall breed range15–17 lb (6.8–7.7 kg)
Female15–17 lb (6.8–7.7 kg)
Male15–17 lb (6.8–7.7 kg)
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Lancashire Heeler

Published breed reference

General reference9–17 lb (4.1–7.7 kg)
Leonberger
Overall breed range90–170 lb (40.8–77.1 kg)
Female90–140 lb (40.8–63.5 kg)
Male110–170 lb (49.9–77.1 kg)
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Lhasa Apso
Overall breed range12–18 lb (5.4–8.2 kg)
Female12–18 lb (5.4–8.2 kg)
Male12–18 lb (5.4–8.2 kg)
Lowchen
Overall breed range9–15 lb (4.1–6.8 kg)
Female9–15 lb (4.1–6.8 kg)
Male9–15 lb (4.1–6.8 kg)
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Maltese
Overall breed range6–9 lb (2.7–4.1 kg)
Female6–9 lb (2.7–4.1 kg)
Male6–9 lb (2.7–4.1 kg)
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Manchester Terrier
Overall breed range12–22 lb (5.4–10.0 kg)
Female12–22 lb (5.4–10.0 kg)
Male12–22 lb (5.4–10.0 kg)
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Manchester Terrier (Toy)
Overall breed range7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg)
Female7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg)
Male7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg)
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Mastiff
Overall breed range120–230 lb (54.4–104.3 kg)
Female120–170 lb (54.4–77.1 kg)
Male160–230 lb (72.6–104.3 kg)
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Miniature American Shepherd

Published breed reference

General reference20–40 lb (9.1–18.1 kg)
Miniature Pinscher
Overall breed range8–11 lb (3.6–5.0 kg)
Female8–11 lb (3.6–5.0 kg)
Male8–11 lb (3.6–5.0 kg)
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Miniature Schnauzer
Overall breed range11–20 lb (5.0–9.1 kg)
Female11–20 lb (5.0–9.1 kg)
Male11–20 lb (5.0–9.1 kg)
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Mudi

Published breed reference

General reference18–29 lb (8.2–13.2 kg)
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Neapolitan Mastiff
Overall breed range110–150 lb (49.9–68.0 kg)
Female110–130 lb (49.9–59.0 kg)
Male130–150 lb (59.0–68.0 kg)
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Nederlandse Kooikerhondje

Published breed reference

General reference20–30 lb (9.1–13.6 kg)
Newfoundland
Overall breed range100–150 lb (45.4–68.0 kg)
Female100–120 lb (45.4–54.4 kg)
Male130–150 lb (59.0–68.0 kg)
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Norfolk Terrier
Overall breed range11–12 lb (5.0–5.4 kg)
Female11–12 lb (5.0–5.4 kg)
Male11–12 lb (5.0–5.4 kg)
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Norwegian Buhund
Overall breed range26–40 lb (11.8–18.1 kg)
Female26–35 lb (11.8–15.9 kg)
Male31–40 lb (14.1–18.1 kg)
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Norwegian Elkhound

Approximate standard weights

FemaleAbout 48 lb (21.8 kg)
MaleAbout 55 lb (24.9 kg)

The standard describes approximate weights, not separate lower and upper limits.

Norwegian Lundehund

Published size description

The AKC standard describes a small, athletic, agile dog and gives height references rather than a numerical weight interval.

Norwich Terrier
Overall breed range11–12 lb (5.0–5.4 kg)
Female11–12 lb (5.0–5.4 kg)
Male11–12 lb (5.0–5.4 kg)
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Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever
Overall breed range35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Female35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Male35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
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Old English Sheepdog
Overall breed range60–90 lb (27.2–40.8 kg)
Female60–80 lb (27.2–36.3 kg)
Male70–90 lb (31.8–40.8 kg)
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Otterhound
Overall breed range65–115 lb (29.5–52.2 kg)
Female65–115 lb (29.5–52.2 kg)
Male65–115 lb (29.5–52.2 kg)
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Papillon
Overall breed range9–10 lb (4.1–4.5 kg)
Female9–10 lb (4.1–4.5 kg)
Male9–10 lb (4.1–4.5 kg)
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Parson Russell Terrier
Overall breed range13–17 lb (5.9–7.7 kg)
Female13–17 lb (5.9–7.7 kg)
Male13–17 lb (5.9–7.7 kg)
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Pekingese
Overall breed range7–14 lb (3.2–6.4 kg)
Female7–14 lb (3.2–6.4 kg)
Male7–14 lb (3.2–6.4 kg)
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Overall breed range22–30 lb (10.0–13.6 kg)
Female22–26 lb (10.0–11.8 kg)
Male26–30 lb (11.8–13.6 kg)
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
Overall breed range25–40 lb (11.3–18.1 kg)
Female25–40 lb (11.3–18.1 kg)
Male25–40 lb (11.3–18.1 kg)
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Pharaoh Hound
Overall breed range45–55 lb (20.4–24.9 kg)
Female45–50 lb (20.4–22.7 kg)
Male50–55 lb (22.7–24.9 kg)
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Plott Hound
Overall breed range40–60 lb (18.1–27.2 kg)
Female40–55 lb (18.1–24.9 kg)
Male50–60 lb (22.7–27.2 kg)
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Pointer
Overall breed range45–75 lb (20.4–34.0 kg)
Female45–65 lb (20.4–29.5 kg)
Male55–75 lb (24.9–34.0 kg)
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Overall breed range30–50 lb (13.6–22.7 kg)
Female30–50 lb (13.6–22.7 kg)
Male30–50 lb (13.6–22.7 kg)
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Pomeranian
Overall breed range3–7 lb (1.4–3.2 kg)
Female3–7 lb (1.4–3.2 kg)
Male3–7 lb (1.4–3.2 kg)
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Poodle (Miniature)
Overall breed range10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)
Female10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)
Male10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)
Poodle (Standard)
Overall breed range40–70 lb (18.1–31.8 kg)
Female40–50 lb (18.1–22.7 kg)
Male60–70 lb (27.2–31.8 kg)
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Poodle (Toy)
Overall breed range4–6 lb (1.8–2.7 kg)
Female4–6 lb (1.8–2.7 kg)
Male4–6 lb (1.8–2.7 kg)
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Portuguese Podengo
Overall breed range35–66 lb (15.9–29.9 kg)
Female35–66 lb (15.9–29.9 kg)
Male35–66 lb (15.9–29.9 kg)
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Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

Breed-standard reference

General reference9–13 lb (4.1–5.9 kg)

These figures describe the breed standard, not an individual ideal-weight target.

Portuguese Water Dog
Overall breed range35–60 lb (15.9–27.2 kg)
Female35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Male42–60 lb (19.1–27.2 kg)
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Pug
Overall breed range14–18 lb (6.4–8.2 kg)
Female14–18 lb (6.4–8.2 kg)
Male14–18 lb (6.4–8.2 kg)
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Puli
Overall breed range25–35 lb (11.3–15.9 kg)
Female25–35 lb (11.3–15.9 kg)
Male25–35 lb (11.3–15.9 kg)
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Pumi

Breed-standard reference

Female22–24 lb (10.0–10.9 kg)
Male27–29 lb (12.2–13.2 kg)

These are the preferred conformation weights in the standard, not clinical weight limits.

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Pyrenean Shepherd
Overall breed range15–30 lb (6.8–13.6 kg)
Female15–30 lb (6.8–13.6 kg)
Male15–30 lb (6.8–13.6 kg)
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Rat Terrier
Overall breed range10–25 lb (4.5–11.3 kg)
Female10–25 lb (4.5–11.3 kg)
Male10–25 lb (4.5–11.3 kg)
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Redbone Coonhound
Overall breed range45–70 lb (20.4–31.8 kg)
Female45–70 lb (20.4–31.8 kg)
Male45–70 lb (20.4–31.8 kg)
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Rhodesian Ridgeback
Overall breed range65–90 lb (29.5–40.8 kg)
Female65–75 lb (29.5–34.0 kg)
Male80–90 lb (36.3–40.8 kg)
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Rottweiler
Overall breed range80–135 lb (36.3–61.2 kg)
Female80–100 lb (36.3–45.4 kg)
Male95–135 lb (43.1–61.2 kg)
Russell Terrier
Overall breed range9–15 lb (4.1–6.8 kg)
Female9–15 lb (4.1–6.8 kg)
Male9–15 lb (4.1–6.8 kg)
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Russian Toy

Qualified breed reference

Published upper referenceUp to 6.5 lb (2.9 kg)

AKC gives an upper reference only. No lower endpoint is inferred, and this is not an obesity threshold.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka

Published breed reference

General reference6–9 lb (2.7–4.1 kg)
Saint Bernard
Overall breed range120–180 lb (54.4–81.6 kg)
Female120–140 lb (54.4–63.5 kg)
Male140–180 lb (63.5–81.6 kg)
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Saluki
Overall breed range35–65 lb (15.9–29.5 kg)
Female35–65 lb (15.9–29.5 kg)
Male35–65 lb (15.9–29.5 kg)
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Samoyed
Overall breed range35–65 lb (15.9–29.5 kg)
Female35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Male45–65 lb (20.4–29.5 kg)
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Schipperke
Overall breed range10–16 lb (4.5–7.3 kg)
Female10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)
Male13–16 lb (5.9–7.3 kg)
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Scottish Deerhound
Overall breed range75–110 lb (34.0–49.9 kg)
Female75–95 lb (34.0–43.1 kg)
Male85–110 lb (38.6–49.9 kg)
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Scottish Terrier
Overall breed range18–22 lb (8.2–10.0 kg)
Female18–21 lb (8.2–9.5 kg)
Male19–22 lb (8.6–10.0 kg)
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Sealyham Terrier
Overall breed range23–24 lb (10.4–10.9 kg)
Female23–24 lb (10.4–10.9 kg)
Male23–24 lb (10.4–10.9 kg)
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Shetland Sheepdog
Overall breed range15–25 lb (6.8–11.3 kg)
Female15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
Male20–25 lb (9.1–11.3 kg)
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Shiba Inu
Overall breed range15–25 lb (6.8–11.3 kg)
Female15–25 lb (6.8–11.3 kg)
Male15–25 lb (6.8–11.3 kg)
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Shih Tzu
Overall breed range9–16 lb (4.1–7.3 kg)
Female9–16 lb (4.1–7.3 kg)
Male9–16 lb (4.1–7.3 kg)
Siberian Husky
Overall breed range35–60 lb (15.9–27.2 kg)
Female35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Male45–60 lb (20.4–27.2 kg)
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Silky Terrier
Overall breed range8–11 lb (3.6–5.0 kg)
Female8–10 lb (3.6–4.5 kg)
Male9–11 lb (4.1–5.0 kg)
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Skye Terrier
Overall breed range35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg)
Female35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg)
Male35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg)
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Sloughi
Overall breed range30–50 lb (13.6–22.7 kg)
Female30–50 lb (13.6–22.7 kg)
Male30–50 lb (13.6–22.7 kg)
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Overall breed range30–40 lb (13.6–18.1 kg)
Female30–35 lb (13.6–15.9 kg)
Male35–40 lb (15.9–18.1 kg)
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Spanish Water Dog
Overall breed range31–49 lb (14.1–22.2 kg)
Female31–40 lb (14.1–18.1 kg)
Male40–49 lb (18.1–22.2 kg)
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Spinone Italiano
Overall breed range62–86 lb (28.1–39.0 kg)
Female62–86 lb (28.1–39.0 kg)
Male62–86 lb (28.1–39.0 kg)
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Overall breed range24–38 lb (10.9–17.2 kg)
Female24–34 lb (10.9–15.4 kg)
Male28–38 lb (12.7–17.2 kg)
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Standard Schnauzer
Overall breed range30–50 lb (13.6–22.7 kg)
Female30–45 lb (13.6–20.4 kg)
Male35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
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Sussex Spaniel
Overall breed range35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg)
Female35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg)
Male35–45 lb (15.9–20.4 kg)
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Swedish Vallhund
Overall breed range20–35 lb (9.1–15.9 kg)
Female20–35 lb (9.1–15.9 kg)
Male20–35 lb (9.1–15.9 kg)
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Teddy Roosevelt Terrier

Published breed reference

General reference8–25 lb (3.6–11.3 kg)
Tibetan Mastiff
Overall breed range70–150 lb (31.8–68.0 kg)
Female70–120 lb (31.8–54.4 kg)
Male90–150 lb (40.8–68.0 kg)
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Tibetan Spaniel
Overall breed range9–15 lb (4.1–6.8 kg)
Female9–15 lb (4.1–6.8 kg)
Male9–15 lb (4.1–6.8 kg)
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Tibetan Terrier
Overall breed range18–30 lb (8.2–13.6 kg)
Female18–30 lb (8.2–13.6 kg)
Male18–30 lb (8.2–13.6 kg)
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Toy Fox Terrier
Overall breed range3.5–7 lb (1.6–3.2 kg)
Female3.5–7 lb (1.6–3.2 kg)
Male3.5–7 lb (1.6–3.2 kg)
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Treeing Walker Coonhound
Overall breed range50–70 lb (22.7–31.8 kg)
Female50–70 lb (22.7–31.8 kg)
Male50–70 lb (22.7–31.8 kg)
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Vizsla
Overall breed range44–60 lb (20.0–27.2 kg)
Female44–55 lb (20.0–24.9 kg)
Male55–60 lb (24.9–27.2 kg)
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Weimaraner
Overall breed range55–90 lb (24.9–40.8 kg)
Female55–75 lb (24.9–34.0 kg)
Male70–90 lb (31.8–40.8 kg)
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Welsh Springer Spaniel
Overall breed range35–55 lb (15.9–24.9 kg)
Female35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Male40–55 lb (18.1–24.9 kg)
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Welsh Terrier
Overall breed range19–22 lb (8.6–10.0 kg)
Female19–22 lb (8.6–10.0 kg)
Male19–22 lb (8.6–10.0 kg)
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West Highland White Terrier
Overall breed range15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
Female15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
Male15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)
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Whippet
Overall breed range20–40 lb (9.1–18.1 kg)
Female20–35 lb (9.1–15.9 kg)
Male25–40 lb (11.3–18.1 kg)
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Published breed reference

Female35–50 lb (15.9–22.7 kg)
Male50–70 lb (22.7–31.8 kg)
Wirehaired Vizsla
Overall breed range45–65 lb (20.4–29.5 kg)
Female45–55 lb (20.4–24.9 kg)
Male55–65 lb (24.9–29.5 kg)
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Xoloitzcuintli (Toy)
Overall breed range10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)
Female10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)
Male10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)
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Yorkshire Terrier
Overall breed range4–7 lb (1.8–3.2 kg)
Female4–7 lb (1.8–3.2 kg)
Male4–7 lb (1.8–3.2 kg)
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Cat breed weight and size references, with directly linked breed-organization publications.
Breed / typeWeight or size reference
Abyssinian

General breed reference

General reference8–10 lb (3.6–4.5 kg)

GCCF publishes one size range, not separate female and male intervals.

American Bobtail

Published breed reference

Adult female7–11 lb (3.2–5.0 kg)
Adult male12–16 lb (5.4–7.3 kg)

TICA notes that full maturity can take up to three years.

American Curl

Published breed reference

Adult female5–8 lb (2.3–3.6 kg)
Adult male7–10 lb (3.2–4.5 kg)
American Shorthair

Published size description

CFA describes a medium-to-large, muscular cat. Females may be less massive than males. The selected standard gives no numerical weight interval.

American Wirehair

Published size description

TICA describes a medium-sized cat with an athletic build. Males are generally larger than females. The profile supplies a size description rather than a numerical weight interval.

Balinese

Published breed reference

Adult femaleApproximately 5–8 lb (2.3–3.6 kg)
Adult maleApproximately 8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)
Bengal

Published breed reference

Female8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)
Male10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)
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Birman

Published breed reference

Typical female6–10 lb (2.7–4.5 kg)
Male, published average range10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)

These are the sex-specific descriptions in GCCF’s care section, not a calculated overall range.

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Bombay

Published size description

TICA describes a medium-to-large cat, with males generally larger than females. Its profile gives a size description rather than a numerical weight interval.

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British Longhair

Published breed reference

Female7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg)
Male9–17 lb (4.1–7.7 kg)

The GCCF British profile covers shorthaired and longhaired varieties.

British Shorthair

Sex-specific breed reference

Female7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg)
Male9–17 lb (4.1–7.7 kg)

The GCCF British profile covers shorthaired and longhaired varieties.

Burmese

Published breed reference

Mature female6–9 lb (2.7–4.1 kg)
Mature maleAround 11–14 lb (5.0–6.4 kg)
Chartreux

Published breed reference

General reference11–18 lb (5.0–8.2 kg)

This is GCCF’s general size summary. Females are described as smaller; no separate female and male intervals are supplied.

Cornish Rex

Published breed reference

Female, typical weight5–7 lb (2.3–3.2 kg)
Male, typical weight8–10 lb (3.6–4.5 kg)
Devon Rex

Sex-specific breed reference

Female5–7 lb (2.3–3.2 kg)
Male7–9 lb (3.2–4.1 kg)
Domestic Cat / mixed

Individual size varies

Domestic and mixed-breed cats vary in size and build. No fixed breed-weight interval is given in the linked TICA profile. Use body condition and your veterinary team’s assessment.

Egyptian Mau

Published breed reference

General reference7–9 lb (3.2–4.1 kg)

GCCF publishes one general size reference. Males are described as larger, without a separate male interval.

Exotic Shorthair

Published breed reference

FemaleUsually 7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg)
MaleUsually 12–14 lb (5.4–6.4 kg)
Himalayan

Published size description

TICA describes a medium-sized cat, with males larger than females. Its profile does not specify a numerical weight range.

Japanese Bobtail

Published breed reference

Female, typical weight5–7 lb (2.3–3.2 kg)
Male, typical weight8–10 lb (3.6–4.5 kg)
Maine Coon

General breed reference

GCCF general reference10–20 lb (4.5–9.1 kg)

This is not a maximum. CFA notes that mature males may reach or exceed 20 lb (9.1 kg); females are usually smaller.

Manx

Published breed reference

General reference8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)
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Norwegian Forest Cat

Published breed reference

Adult female8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)
Adult male12–18 lb (5.4–8.2 kg)

TICA notes that full maturity may take up to five years.

Ocicat

Published breed reference

General reference8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)

GCCF’s profile covers the Ocicat and Ocicat Classic. This is one general size reference, not separate female and male intervals.

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Oriental Shorthair

Published breed reference

Adult femaleApproximately 5–8 lb (2.3–3.6 kg)
Adult maleApproximately 8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)
Persian

Qualified breed reference

GCCF size-summary reference6–12 lb (2.7–5.4 kg)

GCCF’s care section describes females at 6–12 lb and males above 12 lb (5.4 kg). The summary range is not a male upper limit.

RagaMuffin

Descriptive adult weights

Mature femaleMay reach around 15 lb (6.8 kg)
Mature maleMay reach up to 20 lb (9.1 kg)

CFA describes females as peaking closer to 15 lb and mature males as reaching up to 20 lb. These are descriptive weights, not two-number intervals or individual limits. Full growth can take four years.

Ragdoll

Fully developed adult reference

Fully developed female10–15 lb (4.5–6.8 kg)
Fully developed male15–20 lb (6.8–9.1 kg)

These figures describe fully developed adults. TICA notes that full maturity may take up to four years.

Russian Blue

Qualified sex-specific reference

Female5–8 lb (2.3–3.6 kg)
MaleRarely exceeds 10 lb (4.5 kg)

The male figure is a descriptive observation, not a hard maximum or a two-number range.

Scottish Fold

Published breed reference

General reference7–10 lb (3.2–4.5 kg)

TICA publishes one general weight reference rather than separate female and male intervals.

Selkirk Rex

Published breed reference

Published average-weight range9–16 lb (4.1–7.3 kg)
Siamese

Approximate adult reference

Adult femaleApproximately 5–8 lb (2.3–3.6 kg)
Adult maleApproximately 8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)
Siberian

Mature-adult reference

Mature female8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)
Mature male12–18 lb (5.4–8.2 kg)
Singapura

Published breed reference

Female5–6 lb (2.3–2.7 kg)
Male6–8 lb (2.7–3.6 kg)
Snowshoe

Published breed reference

Adult femaleApproximately 7–10 lb (3.2–4.5 kg)
Adult maleApproximately 9–12 lb (4.1–5.4 kg)
Somali

Published breed reference

Published average-weight rangeApproximately 8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)
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Sphynx

Sex-specific adult reference

Adult female7–10 lb (3.2–4.5 kg)
Adult male8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)

These are TICA’s sex-specific adult figures, not a calculated combined range.

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Tonkinese

Published breed reference

Female, typical weight6–8 lb (2.7–3.6 kg)
Male, typical weight8–12 lb (3.6–5.4 kg)
Turkish Angora

Published breed reference

General reference5–10 lb (2.3–4.5 kg)

TICA notes that males are larger and may be heavier. This general reference is not an upper limit for males.

Turkish Van

Published breed reference

Mature female7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg)
Mature male10–20 lb (4.5–9.1 kg)

TICA describes a slow-maturing breed that may take three to five years to develop fully.

Breed references are not individual ideal-weight targets. This is a selection of breeds and size varieties, not a complete registry list. Pounds are shown first; kilogram equivalents are rounded. Page updated: October 8, 2026.

Weight factors

What influences a dog or cat’s healthy weight?

Breed weight ranges are only one piece of the picture. Healthy weight should be interpreted alongside body condition, muscle condition, diet, activity, age, medical history, and veterinary assessment.

Nutrition

Diet and calories

Calorie intake, nutrient density, treats, table food, and feeding routines all affect body condition. Measured portions and calorie review are often more useful than estimating by eye.

Activity

Exercise and mobility

Daily activity, play, walking, pain, and mobility limitations can influence weight and body composition. Activity plans should match the pet’s age, health, and ability.

Biology

Genetics and breed

Breed and genetics can influence appetite, metabolism, body size, and fat storage. Breed ranges are useful references, but individual body condition still matters most.

Life stage

Age and life changes

Energy needs change over time. Senior pets, growing pets, and pets with changing activity levels may need different calorie, protein, and monitoring plans.

Hormones

Spay or neuter status

Hormonal changes after spay or neuter can lower energy needs. Feeding amounts may need adjustment to help prevent gradual weight gain.

Health

Medical conditions

Endocrine disease, orthopedic pain, chronic illness, medications, and mobility problems can affect weight. Veterinary guidance is especially important when medical conditions are present.

Clinical note: Use breed weight ranges as a starting point, not a final answer. Body condition score and veterinary assessment are needed to determine whether a pet’s weight is healthy.

Additional Resources

Use breed ranges as a starting point

Breed weight ranges can help, but body condition, frame size, muscle, feeding habits, life stage, and veterinary assessment give a clearer picture.

Reminder: Breed weight ranges are not a diagnosis. Use them with BCS, calorie review, and veterinary guidance for safer weight-management decisions.