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Afghan Hound Growth Chart
The Afghan Hound is an ancient sighthound from the mountains of Afghanistan, famous for its flowing silky coat and aristocratic, aloof elegance. Afghan puppies grow tall fast and stay slim-looking for a long time, which can fool the eye about their real weight. The breed standard gives ideal adult figures of about 60 lb for males and 50 lb for females, usually reached between 14 and 18 months.
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Afghan Hound weight by age
Typical male and female puppy weight ranges by age, available in lb and kg. Individual puppies may vary.
Most Afghan Hound puppies approach adult weight around 18 months, although individuals may finish earlier or later.
These estimated ranges combine the breed's adult weights with a size-based growth curve. They are not measured breed-specific percentiles or health targets. Month labels are rounded approximations; use the week values for each row. How these weight ranges are calculated
Afghan Hound Growth Stages
Understanding the typical growth stages helps you know what to expect as your Afghan Hound puppy grows.
Neonatal
0–2 weeksPuppies are born with eyes and ears closed, relying entirely on their mother. Rapid weight gain occurs during this period.
Socialization
3–12 weeksEyes and ears open. Puppies begin to explore, play, and learn social behaviors. This is a critical period for development.
Juvenile
3–8 monthsRapid growth continues. Puppies become more independent, start teething, and develop coordination.
Adolescent
8–14 monthsGrowth rate begins to slow. Puppies reach sexual maturity and may test boundaries. Muscle mass develops.
Young Adult
14–18 monthsGrowth is nearly complete. Your puppy is filling out and approaching adult proportions.
Adult
18+ monthsYour puppy has reached their full adult size. Weight should remain relatively stable with proper nutrition.
Afghan Hound FAQ
How much will my Afghan Hound puppy weigh as an adult?
The breed standard gives single ideal figures rather than a range: about 60 lb for males and about 50 lb for females. Our chart uses 60 lb and 50 lb as the adult targets by sex, since the standard does not provide a wider band.
At what age is an Afghan Hound fully grown?
Most Afghan Hounds reach adult weight between 14 and 18 months. They grow up before they grow out — a tall, narrow yearling that looks underweight is often exactly on schedule and will add body later.
How accurate is an Afghan Hound puppy weight chart?
It is a helpful guide, but the long coat hides a lot. An Afghan can look heavy while weighing less than expected, or look slim while being right on target. Go by the scale and by feel — ribs should be easy to find under the coat, not visible through it.
How much should an Afghan Hound puppy weigh at 12 weeks?
Check the 12-week row in the weight-by-age table above for the estimated male and female ranges. If your puppy falls well outside that band, re-check the scale, the lb/kg setting, and the age entry first — a single off reading is more common than a truly unusual puppy.
Do male and female Afghan Hounds grow differently?
Yes. The standard's ideal figures are about 60 lb for males and about 50 lb for females — a clear sex difference. Males are also taller, so use the sex-specific columns in the table above.