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Estrela Mountain Dog Growth Chart
The Estrela Mountain Dog is Portugal's ancient livestock guardian from the Serra da Estrela mountains, bred to protect flocks from wolves. Calm, watchful, and immensely strong, these giants grow slowly and keep filling out into their second year. Most reach an adult weight of 77.2-132.3 lb between 18 and 24 months.
View weight chart (lb & kg)Calculate Your Estrela Mountain Dog Puppy's Adult Weight
Enter your Estrela Mountain Dog puppy's age and current weight for an estimated adult weight range.
Estrela Mountain Dog weight by age
Typical male and female puppy weight ranges by age, available in lb and kg. Individual puppies may vary.
Most Estrela Mountain Dog puppies approach adult weight around 24 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
Estrela Mountain Dog Growth Stages
Understanding the typical growth stages helps you know what to expect as your Estrela Mountain Dog 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
8–18 monthsGrowth rate begins to slow. Puppies reach sexual maturity and may test boundaries. Muscle mass develops.
Young Adult
18–24 monthsGrowth is nearly complete. Your puppy is filling out and approaching adult proportions.
Adult
24+ monthsYour puppy has reached their full adult size. Weight should remain relatively stable with proper nutrition.
Estrela Mountain Dog FAQ
How much will my Estrela Mountain Dog puppy weigh as an adult?
Adult Estrela Mountain Dogs typically weigh between 77.2 and 132.3 lb overall — males 99.2-132.3 lb and females 77.2-99.2 lb. Use your puppy's sex when reading the chart for the most useful target.
At what age is an Estrela Mountain Dog fully grown?
Most reach adult weight between 18 and 24 months, and giant guardians keep filling out past their first birthday. Do not worry if your year-old puppy still looks gangly — height comes first, bulk comes later.
How accurate is an Estrela Mountain Dog puppy weight chart?
It is a rough guide at best for a giant guardian — the 77.2-132.3 lb span is one of the widest on the chart and growth arrives in uneven waves. Weigh monthly rather than weekly during the second year and watch the long trend.
How much should an Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Estrela Mountain Dogs grow differently?
Yes — males (99.2-132.3 lb) run substantially heavier than females (77.2-99.2 lb), so the sex-specific band matters for the best estimate.