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Basset Hound Growth Chart
The Basset Hound is a short-legged, long-bodied scent hound famous for its nose and its appetite. Basset puppies grow steadily but are famously food-driven, so weight creeps up easily once growth slows. Most reach full adult size around 18 months.
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breeds.basset-hound weight by age
Typical male and female puppy weight ranges by age, available in lb and kg. Individual puppies may vary.
Most breeds.basset-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
breeds.basset-hound Growth Stages
Understanding the typical growth stages helps you know what to expect as your breeds.basset-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.
breeds.basset-hound FAQ
How much will my Basset Hound puppy weigh as an adult?
Most Basset Hounds typically weigh 40 to 65 lb as adults, with males and females in a similar range. That range assumes a lean, healthy condition — this is a breed that gains weight easily, so an overfed Basset can drift well above it. Keeping ribs easily felt under a thin fat layer is a better guide than the scale alone.
At what age is a Basset Hound fully grown?
Basset Hounds usually finish growing around 18 months, within a 14 to 18 month window. Their long backs and heavy bone develop slowly, so they can look gangly well into their second year. Watch portions closely during this phase, since extra pounds on a long spine are harder to take off.
How accurate is a Basset Hound puppy weight chart?
The chart tracks the breed average, but individual Bassets vary a lot because appetite and body condition dominate the numbers — two same-age puppies can differ by ten pounds purely on condition. Weigh monthly, track the trend, and judge by body shape: you should feel the ribs without pressing hard.
How much should a Basset 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 Basset Hounds grow differently?
Barely. Males and females share the same typical 40 to 65 lb range, and growth pace is similar. Males may carry a bit more bone and finish at the upper end, but sex is a minor factor next to diet and individual build in this breed.