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How Much Should My Small Dog Weigh?
by Ian Manning
on January 01, 2025
in Dog Breed Information, Dog Breed Size, Dog Breed Weight Guide, Dog Growth Factors, Dog Health Tips, Dog Size Categories, Dog Weight, Dog Weight Chart, Healthy Dog Weight, Kennel Club Guidelines, Puppy Care Tips, Puppy Growth, Puppy Size Estimation, UK Dog Breeds, Vet Advice for Dogs
Small breeds can vary widely in size, even within the same type. While some may grow larger or smaller than average, you can estimate their adult size by:
- Looking at their parents’ size and weight (if known)
- Checking the average weight for their breed and sex
If you don’t know the parents, most small dogs grow close to the breed’s average size. The chart below highlights the typical adult weights for common small breeds, categorised by The Kennel Club.
| Average Adult Weight (kg) | ||
| Breed | Male | Female |
| Affenpinscher | 3-5 | |
| Australian Silky Terrier | 3-5 | |
| Australian Terrier | 5-7 | |
| Basenji | 10 | |
| Beagle | 8-14 | |
| Bedlington Terrier | 7-10 | |
| Bichon Frise | 5-7 | 4-7 |
| Bolognese | 2.5-4 | |
| Border Terrier | 5-7 | |
| Boston Terrier | 4-11 | |
| Cairn Terrier | 5-7 | |
| Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | 5-9 | |
| Cesky Terrier | 7-10 | |
| Chihuahua | 2.5 | |
| Chinese Crested | 2-6 | |
| Coton De Tulears | 4-6 | 3.5-5 |
| Dachshund (Miniature) | 5 | |
| Dandie Dinmont Terrier | 8-11 | |
| English Toy Terrier | 3.5-6.5 | |
| Fox Terrier | 7.5-8.5 | 6.5-7.5 |
| French Bulldog | 12.5 or less | |
| Griffon Bruxellois | 4-5 | |
| Havanese | 3-6 | |
| Irish Terrier | 12 | 11 |
| Italian Greyhound | 3-7 | |
| Jack Russell Terrier | 7-8 | |
| King Charles Spaniel | 4-7 | |
| Kooikerhondje | 9-11 | |
| Lagotto Romagnolo | 13-16 | 11-14 |
| Lakeland Terrier | 7.5 | |
| Lancashire Heeler | 2.5-6 | |
| Lhasa Apso | 6-7 | |
| Maltese | 2-3 | |
| Manchester Terrier | 3-3.5 | |
| Miniature Schnauzer | 6-6.5 | |
| Norfolk Terrier | 5-5.5 | |
| Norwich Terrier | 5.5 | |
| Parson Russell Terrier | 6-7 | |
| Pekingese | 6 or less | |
| Poodle | 2-3.5 | |
| Portuguese Podengo | 4-6 | |
| Pug | 6.35-8.16 | |
| Russian Toy | 2.5 or less | |
| Scottish Terrier | 8.5-10 | 8.5-9.5 |
| Sealyham Terrier | 10.5 | 8-10 |
| Shetland Sheepdog | 9 | |
| Shih Tzu | 4-7 | |
| Snorkie | 3-6 | |
| Spaniel (Cocker) | 13-16 | 12-15 |
| Welsh Corgi | 10-14 | 10-13 |
| Welsh Terrier | 9-10 | |
| West Highland White Terrier | 7-9.5 | |
| Whippet | 7-13.5 | |
| Xoloitzcuintle (Toy) | 2.5-6.5 | |
| Xoloitzcuintle (Miniature) | 7-13.5 | |
| Yorkshire Terrier | 3 or less | |
Keep in mind, factors like muscle mass can influence weight. If your dog looks healthy and active, they likely are. If in doubt, consult your vet for advice.
