Weimaraner Weight & Growth Chart

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

Male Adult Weight
55–90 lbs
Female Adult Weight
46–79 lbs

Weimaraner Weight Overview

Adult Weimaraners typically weigh between 55 and 90 pounds, with males generally being larger than females. Males average 55–90 lbs while females typically weigh 46–79 lbs.

Males 70-90 lbs, females 55-75 lbs. Should be athletic and lean with a tuck-up visible at the loin. A large, powerful breed that requires confident handling..

Growth Chart

When Does a Weimaraner Stop Growing?

Expect your Weimaraner to reach adult height of 23–27 inches by 15–24 months. Full body maturity—including muscle development toward the 55–90 lb target—may continue until 18–30 months.

Growth is influenced by genetics, nutrition quality, and spay/neuter timing. Bloat is the most serious and common health concern. The breed also has unique vaccine sensitivity, with some Weimaraners reacting severely to certain vaccinations..

Is My Weimaraner Overweight?

Assessing your Weimaraner's body condition (healthy range: 55–90 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 Weimaraners face higher risks of Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus, joint problems, and shortened lifespan. As a large-sized sporting breed, maintaining lean body condition is especially important for longevity. Work with your vet to adjust feeding and exercise if needed.

Feeding Recommendation

Plan on 0.8–1.8 cups of premium dry food daily for your adult Weimaraner, divided into morning and evening meals. Given this sporting breed's predisposition to Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus, discuss dietary approaches that may help manage this risk with your vet. Males 70-90 lbs, females 55-75 lbs. Should be athletic and lean with a tuck-up visible at the loin. A large, powerful breed that requires confident handling..

Weight by Age Table

AgeMale (lbs)Female (lbs)
3 months 16.2–19.8 13.7–16.9
6 months 36.5–44.5 30.9–37.9
9 months 52.7–64.3 44.7–54.8
12 months 64.8–79.2 55.0–67.4
18 months 77.0–94.0 65.3–80.0
24 months 81.0–99.0 68.7–84.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Males: 55–90 lbs. Females: 46–79 lbs. Males 70-90 lbs, females 55-75 lbs. Should be athletic and lean with a tuck-up visible at the loin. A large, powerful breed that requires confident handling.. Consult your vet for a personalized assessment.
Height plateaus around 15–24 months for the Weimaraner, with males reaching 90 lbs and females 79 lbs at maturity. As a sporting breed from Germany, they continue filling out for several months after reaching full height.
Use the body condition scoring method: ribs easily felt, visible waist from above, and abdominal tuck from the side. If your Weimaraner exceeds 90 lbs without exceptional muscle mass, they are likely overweight. Obesity is particularly dangerous for this breed due to their predisposition to Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus. Your vet can provide a precise assessment and weight loss plan.
Start with the food label's guidelines for your puppy's current weight and adjust based on body condition. Weimaraner puppies should eat 3–4 meals daily until 6 months, then transition to twice daily. Given the breed's predisposition to Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus, your vet may recommend specific dietary considerations. Target adult weight is 55–90 lbs (55–90 for males, 46–79 for females).
Poor weight gain in a Weimaraner puppy warrants a vet visit. For a breed that should reach 55–90 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.