Airedale Terrier Weight & Growth Chart

Complete weight guide with growth charts for male and female Airedale Terriers from puppy to adult.

Male Adult Weight

50–70 lbs

Female Adult Weight

42–61 lbs

Airedale Terrier Weight Overview

A fully grown Airedale Terrier weighs between 50 and 70 pounds. Males range 50–70 lbs; females 42–61 lbs.

Males weigh 50 to 70 pounds and stand 23 inches tall, while females are slightly smaller at 40 to 55 pounds..

Growth Chart

When Does a Airedale Terrier Stop Growing?

Most Airedale Terriers reach adult height of 22–23 inches by 12–15 months, with full body weight of 50–70 lbs achieved shortly after. Males fill out to 70 lbs while females reach 61 lbs.

Growth rate is influenced by genetics, diet quality, and spay/neuter timing. Require at least 60 to 90 minutes of vigorous daily exercise including running, swimming, hiking, or active play to keep them physically and mentally satisfied..

Is My Airedale Terrier Overweight?

To determine if your Airedale Terrier is at a healthy weight (50–70 lbs target):

Rib test: You should be able to feel the ribs without pressing hard, with a thin layer of fat covering them
Waist check: Viewed from above, there should be a visible waist behind the ribs
Tuck-up: From the side, the abdomen should tuck up behind the rib cage

Their dense, wiry outer coat with soft undercoat coat can mask weight gain, so hands-on assessment is essential. If your Airedale Terrier is overweight, work with your veterinarian to develop a safe weight loss plan. Even a 10% reduction can reduce the risk of Hip Dysplasia and other conditions.

Feeding Recommendation

An adult Airedale Terrier's daily food intake is typically 0.8–1.4 cups of high-quality kibble, fed in two meals. Males weigh 50 to 70 pounds and stand 23 inches tall, while females are slightly smaller at 40 to 55 pounds.. At 50–70 lbs with energy level 4/5, Generally robust for their size, Airedales are most commonly affected by hip dysplasia and should be monitored for bloat due to their deep chest..

Weight by Age Table

Age	Male (lbs)	Female (lbs)
3 months	15.9–19.1	13.5–16.3
6 months	35.0–42.0	29.7–35.8
9 months	50.9–61.1	43.2–52.0
12 months	63.6–76.4	54.0–65.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Males: 50–70 lbs. Females: 42–61 lbs. Males weigh 50 to 70 pounds and stand 23 inches tall, while females are slightly smaller at 40 to 55 pounds.. Consult your vet for a personalized assessment.

Height plateaus around 12–15 months for the Airedale Terrier, with males reaching 70 lbs and females 61 lbs at maturity. As a terrier breed originally from England, they were bred for a compact, sturdy build.

For a Airedale Terrier at healthy weight (50–70 lbs), you should feel ribs without pressing hard, see a defined waist from above, and notice an abdominal tuck from the side. Even modest excess weight stresses this medium-sized breed's frame and can worsen conditions like Hip Dysplasia.

Feeding amounts depend on age, current weight, and the Airedale Terrier's expected adult size of 50–70 lbs. Puppies under 6 months need 3–4 meals daily; older puppies eat twice daily. A high-quality puppy food formulated for medium breeds provides the right nutrient balance. Generally robust for their size, Airedales are most commonly affected by hip dysplasia and should be monitored for bloat due to their deep chest..

Poor weight gain in a Airedale Terrier puppy warrants a vet visit. For a breed that should reach 50–70 lbs at maturity, slow growth can signal parasites (very common in puppies), underfeeding, food intolerance, or illness. Given this breed's dense, wiry outer coat with soft undercoat coat, it can be hard to visually assess body condition–weigh your puppy weekly. Your vet will likely run a fecal test and blood work.