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Deutscher Wachtelhund Growth Chart

Male adult weight39.7–55.1 lb18–25 kg
Female adult weight39.7–55.1 lb18–25 kg

The Deutscher Wachtelhund is Germany's versatile flushing and retrieving gundog, built for dense cover and cold water work. Medium-sized, sturdy, and eager to please, these spaniel-type hunters mature into well-balanced working dogs. Most reach an adult weight of 39.7-55.1 lb between 12 and 15 months.

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Deutscher Wachtelhund weight by age

Typical male and female puppy weight ranges by age, available in lb and kg. Individual puppies may vary.

Most Deutscher Wachtelhund puppies approach adult weight around 14 months, although individuals may finish earlier or later.

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Expected Deutscher Wachtelhund puppy weight at key ages in lb or kg
AgeTypical male rangeTypical female range
2 months (8 weeks)6.2–15.7 lb2.8–7.1 kg6.2–15.7 lb2.8–7.1 kg
3 months (12 weeks)9.3–20.1 lb4.2–9.1 kg9.3–20.1 lb4.2–9.1 kg
4 months (16 weeks)12.1–23.9 lb5.5–10.8 kg12.1–23.9 lb5.5–10.8 kg
5 months (20 weeks)14.6–27.5 lb6.6–12.5 kg14.6–27.5 lb6.6–12.5 kg
6 months (24 weeks)17.1–30.9 lb7.8–14 kg17.1–30.9 lb7.8–14 kg
7 months (32 weeks)21.7–37.2 lb9.8–16.9 kg21.7–37.2 lb9.8–16.9 kg
9 months (40 weeks)26–43.2 lb11.8–19.6 kg26–43.2 lb11.8–19.6 kg
1 year (52 weeks)32.1–51.7 lb14.6–23.5 kg32.1–51.7 lb14.6–23.5 kg
18 months (78 weeks)36.4–55.1 lb16.5–25 kg36.4–55.1 lb16.5–25 kg

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

Deutscher Wachtelhund Growth Stages

Understanding the typical growth stages helps you know what to expect as your Deutscher Wachtelhund puppy grows.

Neonatal

0–2 weeks

Puppies are born with eyes and ears closed, relying entirely on their mother. Rapid weight gain occurs during this period.

Socialization

3–12 weeks

Eyes and ears open. Puppies begin to explore, play, and learn social behaviors. This is a critical period for development.

Juvenile

3–6 months

Rapid growth continues. Puppies become more independent, start teething, and develop coordination.

Adolescent

6–12 months

Growth rate begins to slow. Puppies reach sexual maturity and may test boundaries. Muscle mass develops.

Young Adult

12–15 months

Growth is nearly complete. Your puppy is filling out and approaching adult proportions.

Adult

15+ months

Your puppy has reached their full adult size. Weight should remain relatively stable with proper nutrition.

Deutscher Wachtelhund FAQ

How much will my Deutscher Wachtelhund puppy weigh as an adult?

Adult Deutscher Wachtelhunds typically weigh between 39.7 and 55.1 lb. The official range does not split by sex, so males and females share the same 39.7-55.1 lb band — working lines may land toward the lighter end.

At what age is a Deutscher Wachtelhund fully grown?

Most reach adult weight between 12 and 15 months. Active hunting puppies burn a lot of calories during their fast-growing months, so weigh on the same scale weekly and track the trend rather than any single reading.

How accurate is a Deutscher Wachtelhund puppy weight chart?

It is a solid guide — the 39.7-55.1 lb adult span is moderate for a working breed. Field-bred lines vary, so compare your puppy against its own curve over several weeks instead of judging by one weigh-in.

How much should a Deutscher Wachtelhund puppy weigh at 12 weeks?

Check the 12-week row in the weight-by-age table above for the estimated range. 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 Deutscher Wachtelhunds grow differently?

The official adult range is the same for both sexes at 39.7-55.1 lb. Males may average slightly heavier, but the overlap is wide enough that one chart serves both.