People ask about Brita's size thinking she is too small. (just had that conversation today) Brita weighs 56-58 pounds depending on the day. Based on these standards, she is just shy of the midrange of weight.
German Shepherd Dog Height & Weight Standards
from the F.C.I. StandardAdult Males:
- Height at the wither 60 cm to 65 cm (23.62 inches - 25.59 inches)
- Weight 30 kg to 40 kg. (66.14 pounds - 88.18 pounds; Midrange = 77 pounds)
Adult Females:
- Height at the wither 55 cm to 60 cm (21.65 inches - 23.62 inches)
- Weight 22 kg - 32 kg (48.5 pounds - 70.55 pounds; Midrange = 59.5 pounds)
Average German Shepherd Growth Chart by Weight & Age
Please note: these are averages. Your puppy may grow faster or slower, larger or smaller. Consult your vet for an accurate evaluation of your puppy's development.| | MALE | | FEMALE | ||
| Age in Mos | Kilogram (kg.) | Pound (lb.) | % of Total | Kilogram (kg.) | Pound (lb.) |
| 1 | 4.2 | 9.2 | 12.10 | 3.3 | 7.2 |
| 2 | 9.0 | 19.9 | 26.18 | 7.5 | 16.6 |
| 3 | 14.2 | 31.3 | 41.18 | 12.1 | 26.7 |
| 4 | 19.0 | 41.8 | 55 | 16.4 | 36.2 |
| 5 | 22.9 | 50.6 | 66.57 | 20.0 | 44.0 |
| 6 | 26.1 | 57.4 | 75.52 | 22.7 | 50.1 |
| 7 | 28.4 | 62.6 | 82.36 | 24.7 | 54.4 |
| 8 | 30.1 | 66.4 | 87.36 | 26.1 | 57.5 |
| 9 | 31.5 | 69.4 | 91.31 | 27.1 | 59.7 |
| 10 | 32.7 | 72.0 | 94.73 | 27.9 | 61.5 |
| 11 | 33.7 | 74.3 | 97.76 | 28.6 | 63.1 |
| 12 | 34.5 | 76.0 | 100 | 29.1 | 64.2 |
