Berger Picard Weight & Growth Chart

Complete weight guide with growth charts for male and female Berger Picards from puppy to adult.

Male Adult Weight
50–70 lbs
Female Adult Weight
42–61 lbs

Berger Picard Weight Overview

Weight range for the Berger Picard: 50–70 lbs overall. Males: 50–70 lbs. Females: 42–61 lbs.

Males weigh 50 to 70 pounds, females 50 to 60 pounds. They should appear lean, muscular, and athletic. Their build is designed for all-day work in the field, not bulk or mass.. Consult the growth chart below for typical weight progression by age.

Growth Chart

When Does a Berger Picard Stop Growing?

As a medium-sized herding breed from France, the Berger Picard reaches full height of 21–25 inches by approximately 12–15 months. Full adult weight of 50–70 lbs follows within a few months as the dog fills out.

Nutrition during the growth phase is critical. Given the breed's predisposition to Hip Dysplasia, proper growth-rate management is especially important.

Is My Berger Picard Overweight?

Is your Berger Picard at a healthy weight? The ideal range is 50–70 lbs (males 50–70, females 42–61). Check these three signs:

  • Ribs: Easily felt with light pressure; not visible but not buried under fat
  • Waistline: A clear narrowing behind the ribs when viewed from above
  • Abdominal tuck: The belly slopes upward from the ribcage to the hind legs when viewed from the side

If your dog fails any of these checks, consult your vet. Generally a healthy breed with fewer genetic issues than many purebreds. The small breeding population means limited health data. Standard hip and eye screenings are recommended for breeding stock..

Feeding Recommendation

Daily food for an adult Berger Picard: 0.8–1.4 cups of high-quality dry food in two meals, budgeting $65–99/month. Puppies growing toward 50–70 lbs need three to four daily feedings until around six months old. Generally a healthy breed with fewer genetic issues than many purebreds. The small breeding population means limited health data. Standard hip and eye screenings are recommended for breeding stock.—treats count toward daily calorie intake.

Weight by Age Table

AgeMale (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

Adult Berger Picards weigh 50–70 lbs (males: 50–70 lbs; females: 42–61 lbs). Males weigh 50 to 70 pounds, females 50 to 60 pounds. They should appear lean, muscular, and athletic. Their build is designed for all-day work in the field, not bulk or mass..
The Berger Picard reaches full adult size (21–25 inches, 50–70 lbs) by approximately 12–15 months. Needs about 60 to 90 minutes of daily exercise. They enjoy long walks, jogging, and hiking. Their endurance is impressive, and they make excellent trail companions for outdoor enthusiasts.. Growth rate is influenced by genetics, diet, and overall care.
For a Berger Picard 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.
Start with the food label's guidelines for your puppy's current weight and adjust based on body condition. Berger Picard puppies should eat 3–4 meals daily until 6 months, then transition to twice daily. Given the breed's predisposition to Hip Dysplasia, your vet may recommend specific dietary considerations. Target adult weight is 50–70 lbs (50–70 for males, 42–61 for females).
Poor weight gain in a Berger Picard 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. Regular weigh-ins help track progress objectively. Your vet will likely run a fecal test and blood work.