Select your dog's breed below to view an individualized adult weight predictor, week-by-week AKC growth milestone ranges, and growth plate closure stages.
A companion hybrid bred between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Poodle (Miniature or Toy). Because Cavapoos are designer hybrids rather than an AKC-standardized breed, their developmental curve depends heavily on whether their parentage stems from Toy or Miniature Poodle bloodlines.
Standard Goldendoodles (Golden Retriever crossed with Standard Poodle) follow an extended biphasic growth curve. Because this calculator specifically models the Standard size tier (50–80 lbs), puppies follow a large-breed developmental timeline where skeletal height stabilizes months before muscular filling.
French Bulldogs possess a compact, heavily muscled cobby frame. Because of their dense bone structure and substantial thoracic breadth, their scale weight is often significantly higher than visual height implies.
A premier sporting breed with steady, sustained pediatric growth. Males naturally exhibit heavier bone structure and broader skulls than females.
German Shepherd Dogs have substantial bone density and an extended developmental timeline. Early growth must remain lean to protect long bone joint health.
A hybrid originated by crossing a Labrador Retriever with a Standard Poodle. Standard Labradoodles exhibit an athletic, deep-chested build with sustained pediatric energy demand across their first 14 months.
A toy hybrid bred from a Maltese and Toy/Miniature Poodle. Maltipoos complete their entire skeletal growth rapidly, often finishing by 9 to 10 months.
A sturdy hound breed with high bone density and muscular drive. Beagles have a voracious appetite that must be regulated to prevent early obesity.
Chondrodystrophic hound breed characterized by elongated spinal columns and shortened limbs. Weight management is imperative for intervertebral disc health.
Athletic, high-energy working breed with deep chest depth and lean muscle. Boxers develop slowly through a prolonged adolescent phase.
One of the smallest toy breeds, Yorkies undergo an extremely rapid juvenile growth phase, finishing growth before their first birthday.
A massive working breed with heavy bone substructure and a protracted biphasic developmental window extending up to 2 years.
An agile, medium-sized herding dog with balanced proportions. Australian Shepherds exhibit a classic medium-breed growth curve, finishing near 12–13 months.
A solid, compact toy breed with surprisingly dense bone structure beneath a luxurious double coat. Reaches full mature skeletal frame by 10 months.
A cross between a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Poodle. Standard Bernedoodles inherit heavy bone density from their working mountain dog lineage, requiring 16–18 months to fully mature.
America's longtime favorite family retriever. Labs exhibit an athletic, water-retrieving build with heavy appetites requiring diligent caloric regulation throughout pediatric development.
The noble foundation behind all doodle crosses. Standard Poodles possess an athletic, square-proportioned frame with lighter bone mass and higher metabolic velocity than retrievers.
The gentle giant of the canine world. Great Danes exhibit the longest developmental curve of any domestic breed, gaining up to 3 to 5 lbs per week during peak growth stages.
An arctic endurance sled dog built for efficient locomotion. Siberian Huskies are moderately sized and naturally lean, possessing exceptional metabolic efficiency.
The smallest recognized domestic dog breed. Chihuahuas follow a steep, compressed sigmoid growth curve, reaching adult size well before their first birthday.
A low-set herding dog with heavy bone structure relative to height. Corgis carry natural chondrodystrophy, requiring careful spine and joint management.
A sleek, muscular guardian breed of large stature. Dobermans combine speed and power, requiring balanced large-breed pediatric nutrition.
A diminutive Spitz-type toy companion with a luxuriant double coat. Pomeranians mature rapidly with minimal weight gain after 8 months.
A popular companion cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle. Cockapoos vary in size depending on whether a Toy or Miniature Poodle parent was used.
An ancient Italian mastiff breed designed for guardian and working tasks. Cane Corsos possess immense bone density requiring up to 2 years to finish growing.