Great Dane Weight & Growth Chart

Complete weight guide with growth charts for male and female Great Danes from puppy to adult.

Male Adult Weight
110–175 lbs
Female Adult Weight
93–154 lbs

Great Dane Weight Overview

A fully grown Great Dane weighs between 110 and 175 pounds. Males range 110–175 lbs; females 93–154 lbs.

Males weigh 140-175 pounds, females 110-140 pounds; some individuals exceed 200 pounds, though the breed standard emphasizes elegance over bulk..

Growth Chart

When Does a Great Dane Stop Growing?

Expect your Great Dane to reach adult height of 28–32 inches by 15–24 months. Full body maturity—including muscle development toward the 110–175 lb target—may continue until 18–30 months.

Growth is influenced by genetics, nutrition quality, and spay/neuter timing. Bloat is the single greatest health threat; owners should learn the signs, have an emergency plan, and discuss prophylactic gastropexy with their vet..

Is My Great Dane Overweight?

Is your Great Dane at a healthy weight? The ideal range is 110–175 lbs (males 110–175, females 93–154). 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. Bloat is the single greatest health threat; owners should learn the signs, have an emergency plan, and discuss prophylactic gastropexy with their vet..

Feeding Recommendation

Feed an adult Great Dane approximately 1.6–3.5 cups of quality kibble daily, split into two meals. Males (110–175 lbs) may need slightly more than females (93–154 lbs). Males weigh 140-175 pounds, females 110-140 pounds; some individuals exceed 200 pounds, though the breed standard emphasizes elegance over bulk.. With moderate energy (3/5), portions at the middle of guidelines usually suffice.

Weight by Age Table

AgeMale (lbs)Female (lbs)
3 months 31.6–38.4 26.8–32.7
6 months 71.0–86.5 60.2–73.6
9 months 102.6–124.9 87.0–106.4
12 months 126.3–153.7 107.1–130.9
18 months 149.9–182.6 127.2–155.5
24 months 157.8–192.2 133.9–163.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Males: 110–175 lbs. Females: 93–154 lbs. Males weigh 140-175 pounds, females 110-140 pounds; some individuals exceed 200 pounds, though the breed standard emphasizes elegance over bulk.. Consult your vet for a personalized assessment.
The Great Dane reaches full adult size (28–32 inches, 110–175 lbs) by approximately 18–24 months. Needs moderate exercise of 30-60 minutes daily; long walks are ideal, but vigorous exercise should be avoided in puppies to protect developing joints.. Early spay/neuter may slightly delay growth plate closure in this giant-sized breed.
For a Great Dane at healthy weight (110–175 lbs), you should feel ribs without pressing hard, see a defined waist from above, and notice an abdominal tuck from the side. As a giant-sized working 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 Great Dane's expected adult size of 110–175 lbs. Puppies under 6 months need 3–4 meals daily; older puppies eat twice daily. For this giant-sized breed, a large-breed puppy formula helps control growth rate and protect developing joints. Bloat is the single greatest health threat; owners should learn the signs, have an emergency plan, and discuss prophylactic gastropexy with their vet..
If your Great Dane puppy isn't gaining weight as expected (target adult weight: 110–175 lbs), consult your vet. Common causes include intestinal parasites, insufficient calorie intake, or malabsorption. The breed's predisposition to Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus could also be a factor worth investigating. A fecal test and blood work are typically the first diagnostic steps.