Healthy Weight Ranges: Common UK Breeds

2019-12

Source: Kennel Club breed standards and BVA veterinary guidelines.

Small Breeds

• Chihuahua: 1.8–2.7 kg
• Yorkshire Terrier: 2.7–3.2 kg
• Pug: 6.3–8.1 kg
• Jack Russell Terrier: 5–8 kg
• Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 5.9–8.2 kg

Medium Breeds

• Cocker Spaniel: 12–14 kg
• Border Collie: 14–20 kg
• Beagle: 9–11 kg
• Veldtspitz: 18–22 kg
• Dalmatian: 23–25 kg

Large Breeds

• Labrador Retriever: 25–36 kg (sex-dependent)
• Golden Retriever: 25–34 kg
• German Shepherd: 22–40 kg
• Rottweiler: 35–60 kg
• Great Dane: 45–90 kg

Body Condition Score

Weight alone is less reliable than body condition score (BCS). At a healthy BCS of 4–5/9: ribs easily felt with light pressure but not visible; waist visible from above; abdomen tucks up from the side.