Australian Cattle Dog Weight & Growth Chart

Complete weight guide with growth charts for male and female Australian Cattle Dogs from puppy to adult.

Male Adult Weight

35–50 lbs

Female Adult Weight

29–44 lbs

Australian Cattle Dog Weight Overview

Weight range for the Australian Cattle Dog: 35–50 lbs overall. Males: 35–50 lbs. Females: 29–44 lbs.

Males weigh 35 to 50 pounds, females 30 to 45 pounds. They should be compact, muscular, and athletic. Their build reflects their need for speed, agility, and endurance in the field.. Consult the growth chart below for typical weight progression by age.

Growth Chart

When Does a Australian Cattle Dog Stop Growing?

Australian Cattle Dogs typically reach their full adult height of 17–20 inches by 12 to 15 months and their full adult weight of 35–50 lbs shortly after. Males weigh 35 to 50 pounds, females 30 to 45 pounds. They should be compact, muscular, and athletic. Their build reflects their need for speed, agility, and endurance in the field..

Factors that influence growth include genetics, nutrition, and spay/neuter timing. Dogs spayed or neutered very early may grow slightly taller due to delayed growth plate closure.

Is My Australian Cattle Dog Overweight?

Assessing your Australian Cattle Dog's body condition (healthy range: 35–50 lbs):

Rib check: Run your hands along the ribcage—you should feel individual ribs under a slight fat layer
Overhead view: A defined waist should be visible between ribs and hips
Side profile: The abdomen should tuck upward behind the last rib

Overweight Australian Cattle Dogs face higher risks of Progressive Retinal Atrophy, joint problems, and shortened lifespan. Even for a medium-sized breed, excess weight significantly impacts joint health and overall wellbeing. Work with your vet to adjust feeding and exercise if needed.

Feeding Recommendation

Feed an adult Australian Cattle Dog approximately 0.5–1.0 cups of quality kibble daily, split into two meals. Males (35–50 lbs) may need slightly more than females (29–44 lbs). Males weigh 35 to 50 pounds, females 30 to 45 pounds. They should be compact, muscular, and athletic. Their build reflects their need for speed, agility, and endurance in the field.. Active individuals with energy rated 5/5 may need portions at the higher end of guidelines.

Weight by Age Table

Age	Male (lbs)	Female (lbs)
3 months	11.3–13.7	9.6–11.6
6 months	25.0–30.0	21.2–25.6
9 months	36.3–43.7	30.8–37.2
12 months	45.4–54.6	38.5–46.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Adult Australian Cattle Dogs weigh 35–50 lbs (males: 35–50 lbs; females: 29–44 lbs). Males weigh 35 to 50 pounds, females 30 to 45 pounds. They should be compact, muscular, and athletic. Their build reflects their need for speed, agility, and endurance in the field..

Height plateaus around 12–15 months for the Australian Cattle Dog, with males reaching 50 lbs and females 44 lbs at maturity. As a herding breed originally from Australia, they were bred for a compact, sturdy build.

For a Australian Cattle Dog at healthy weight (35–50 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 Progressive Retinal Atrophy.

Start with the food label's guidelines for your puppy's current weight and adjust based on body condition. Australian Cattle Dog puppies should eat 3–4 meals daily until 6 months, then transition to twice daily. Given the breed's predisposition to Progressive Retinal Atrophy, your vet may recommend specific dietary considerations. Target adult weight is 35–50 lbs (35–50 for males, 29–44 for females).

If your Australian Cattle Dog puppy isn't gaining weight as expected (target adult weight: 35–50 lbs), consult your vet. Common causes include intestinal parasites, insufficient calorie intake, or malabsorption. The breed's predisposition to Progressive Retinal Atrophy could also be a factor worth investigating. A fecal test and blood work are typically the first diagnostic steps.