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Otterhound Growth Chart
The Otterhound is a big, shaggy scent hound bred in Britain to hunt otters, and one of the rarest recognized breeds today. Amiable, boisterous, and built like a small bear, Otterhounds are powerful swimmers with huge appetites for work and food. Males average around 115 lb and females around 80 lb, reaching full size between 18 and 24 months.
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Otterhound weight by age
Typical male and female puppy weight ranges by age, available in lb and kg. Individual puppies may vary.
Most Otterhound 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
Otterhound Growth Stages
Understanding the typical growth stages helps you know what to expect as your Otterhound 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.
Otterhound FAQ
How much will my Otterhound puppy weigh as an adult?
Adult Otterhounds average around 115 lb for males and 80 lb for females — the official figures are single-point averages rather than ranges. Real dogs vary around those points, so treat the chart as a centerline with natural spread.
At what age is an Otterhound fully grown?
Most reach full size between 18 and 24 months. Big hounds grow unevenly, so expect lanky phases — the scale trend across months is more informative than any single week.
How accurate is an Otterhound puppy weight chart?
It is an approximate guide: the breed's official numbers are average points, not closed ranges, so individual Otterhounds legitimately land on either side. Watch your own puppy's curve rather than chasing an exact number.
How much should an Otterhound 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 Otterhounds grow differently?
Very much so — males average around 115 lb while females average around 80 lb, one of the widest sex gaps in the hound group. Always use the column matching your puppy's sex.