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English Setter Growth Chart
The English Setter is an elegant bird dog with a flowing coat and a graceful, athletic frame. Puppies grow at a moderate, even pace and usually reach full maturity between 14 and 18 months. Field-bred lines tend to stay leaner and lighter than show-bred dogs.
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breeds.english-setter weight by age
Typical male and female puppy weight ranges by age, available in lb and kg. Individual puppies may vary.
Most breeds.english-setter 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.english-setter Growth Stages
Understanding the typical growth stages helps you know what to expect as your breeds.english-setter 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.english-setter FAQ
How much will my English Setter puppy weigh as an adult?
Most adult English Setters typically weigh 45–80 pounds, with males toward the upper end and females toward the lower end of that range. Field lines often sit at the lighter end of the band.
At what age is an English Setter fully grown?
Most English Setters are fully grown between 14 and 18 months. They reach their height early, then spend several more months developing muscle and coat.
How accurate is an English Setter puppy weight chart?
Fairly accurate, but the breed splits into field and show types — field-bred setters are usually lighter and finer-boned, so knowing which type your puppy comes from helps you read the chart correctly.
How much should an English Setter 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 English Setters grow differently?
Males are usually taller and heavier with more feathering; females are lighter and often mature slightly sooner. The overlap is wide, so sex alone doesn't determine where a puppy lands.