German Shepherd Weight & Growth Chart

Complete weight guide with growth charts for male and female German Shepherds from puppy to adult.

Male Adult Weight

50–90 lbs

Female Adult Weight

42–79 lbs

German Shepherd Weight Overview

The German Shepherd weighs 50–90 lbs at maturity. Males (50–90 lbs) are typically heavier than females (42–79 lbs).

Males typically weigh 65 to 90 pounds, females 50 to 70 pounds. Working lines tend to be leaner and lighter than show lines, which often have heavier bone and more angulation.. The growth chart below shows the typical weight progression from puppyhood to adulthood.

Growth Chart

When Does a German Shepherd Stop Growing?

The German Shepherd stops growing in height (target: 22–26 inches) around 15–24 months of age, but may continue adding weight toward 90 lbs for several more months. Males typically weigh 65 to 90 pounds, females 50 to 70 pounds. Working lines tend to be leaner and lighter than show lines, which often have heavier bone and more angulation..

Their double coat, medium length coat may also undergo changes during this period, reaching its adult texture by maturity.

Is My German Shepherd Overweight?

Is your German Shepherd at a healthy weight? The ideal range is 50–90 lbs (males 50–90, females 42–79). 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. Hip and elbow dysplasia are the primary concerns, along with degenerative myelopathy, a progressive spinal disease. Responsible breeders screen for these conditions..

Feeding Recommendation

Plan on 0.8–1.8 cups of premium dry food daily for your adult German Shepherd, divided into morning and evening meals. Given this herding breed's predisposition to Hip Dysplasia, discuss dietary approaches that may help manage this risk with your vet. Males typically weigh 65 to 90 pounds, females 50 to 70 pounds. Working lines tend to be leaner and lighter than show lines, which often have heavier bone and more angulation..

Weight by Age Table

Age	Male (lbs)	Female (lbs)
3 months	16.1–19.9	13.7–16.9
6 months	36.3–44.7	30.8–38.1
9 months	52.4–64.6	44.5–55.0
12 months	64.5–79.5	54.7–67.7
18 months	76.6–94.4	65.0–80.4
24 months	80.6–99.4	68.4–84.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Adult German Shepherds weigh 50–90 lbs (males: 50–90 lbs; females: 42–79 lbs). Males typically weigh 65 to 90 pounds, females 50 to 70 pounds. Working lines tend to be leaner and lighter than show lines, which often have heavier bone and more angulation..

Height plateaus around 15–24 months for the German Shepherd, with males reaching 90 lbs and females 79 lbs at maturity. As a herding breed from Germany, they continue filling out for several months after reaching full height.

For a German Shepherd at healthy weight (50–90 lbs), you should feel ribs without pressing hard, see a defined waist from above, and notice an abdominal tuck from the side. As a large-sized herding breed, maintaining lean body condition is critical for joint health and can extend lifespan by 1–2 years.

Feeding amounts depend on age, current weight, and the German Shepherd's expected adult size of 50–90 lbs. Puppies under 6 months need 3–4 meals daily; older puppies eat twice daily. For this large-sized breed, a large-breed puppy formula helps control growth rate and protect developing joints. Hip and elbow dysplasia are the primary concerns, along with degenerative myelopathy, a progressive spinal disease. Responsible breeders screen for these conditions..

If your German Shepherd puppy isn't gaining weight as expected (target adult weight: 50–90 lbs), consult your vet. Common causes include intestinal parasites, insufficient calorie intake, or malabsorption. The breed's predisposition to Hip Dysplasia could also be a factor worth investigating. A fecal test and blood work are typically the first diagnostic steps.