Caucasian Shepherd weight chart
A Caucasian Shepherd is a giant breed, and males typically reach 50 to 100kg fully grown while females sit somewhat lighter, but the specific number at any given age matters far less than a steady growth curve — a giant breed that grows too fast is a bigger concern than one slightly below an average weight chart.
Typical growth pattern by age
A Caucasian Shepherd puppy grows quickly in the first six months, often reaching close to half their adult weight by then, before growth slows into a longer, steadier phase that can continue until they're two to three years old — considerably longer than most breeds, which is typical for a giant breed with this much adult mass to build.
Because the exact numbers vary a great deal by individual line, sex and build, a weight chart is best used as a rough guide to trend rather than a target to hit. What matters more is whether your puppy is following a smooth curve on their own chart over time, rather than matching a generic average at each specific age.
Reading the chart properly
Weigh your puppy at consistent intervals — monthly is usually enough — and plot it yourself rather than comparing a single reading to an average. A steady upward curve, even one that sits below a published average, is generally a better sign than a sudden jump or a flattening plateau, either of which is worth mentioning to your vet.
Body condition matters alongside the number on the scale: a puppy should have a visible waist and easily-felt ribs under a light covering, not a rounded, padded look, even as they carry the size a giant breed is expected to reach. Overfeeding a giant-breed puppy to hit a higher weight faster puts real strain on joints that are still developing, so slower and steadier is the safer path even if it looks less impressive on a chart.
Common questions
- How big does a Caucasian Shepherd get?
- Adult males commonly reach 50 to 100kg and stand around 72 to 75cm at the shoulder, with females somewhat smaller in both height and weight. Individual dogs vary considerably depending on line and sex.
- When does a Caucasian Shepherd stop growing?
- Most of their height is reached by around 18 months, but giant breeds like this one can continue filling out in weight and muscle until two to three years old, considerably later than smaller breeds finish growing.
- Is it bad if my puppy is below the average weight for their age?
- Not necessarily — a steady, smooth growth curve on your own puppy's chart matters more than matching a generic average. If you're concerned about your puppy's growth or condition, a vet check is more reliable than comparing to a chart alone.
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Written against guidance published by UK veterinary and welfare organisations. Always confirm specifics with your own vet.
Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.