Labradoodle puppy growth chart
A Labradoodle's growth pattern depends heavily on which size type you have, since the breed spans standard, medium and miniature versions with quite different adult weights. A standard Labradoodle typically reaches somewhere around 23 to 32kg, a medium around 14 to 20kg, and a miniature roughly 7 to 14kg, so knowing your dog's size type matters more than any single generic chart.
How growth differs by size type
Standard Labradoodles, bred from standard poodles, grow the largest and take the longest to reach full size, typically approaching their adult weight by around twelve to eighteen months. Medium and miniature Labradoodles, bred from smaller poodle types, generally reach their adult size faster, often by around ten to fourteen months, simply because they have less overall size to grow into.
Across all three sizes, puppies grow fastest in the first few months before the rate slows, with the final months of growth spent filling out muscle and frame rather than gaining height. A miniature Labradoodle finishing its growth at ten months and a standard one still developing at sixteen months are both entirely normal for their respective size types.
Reading a chart against your own dog
If you know your Labradoodle's size type and, ideally, the size of the poodle parent involved, that tells you far more about their likely adult weight than a single average figure across the whole breed. Litter size and individual genetics still cause some variation within each size category.
A steady, gradual growth curve is the main thing to look for, regardless of size type. If your puppy's weight gain stalls unexpectedly or climbs much faster than expected for their size type, it is worth mentioning to your vet at a routine check.
Common questions
- How do I know if my Labradoodle is standard, medium or miniature?
- This usually comes down to which size of poodle was used in the breeding, and your breeder should be able to confirm it. If you are unsure, your vet can also give you a rough guide based on your puppy's current size and growth pattern.
- At what age do Labradoodles stop growing?
- This depends on size type. Miniature and medium Labradoodles often reach adult size by around ten to fourteen months, while standard Labradoodles can continue developing until twelve to eighteen months or a little beyond.
- Is it normal for Labradoodle littermates to grow at different rates?
- Yes, some variation between littermates is normal, particularly if the parentage includes a mix of poodle sizes further back. Tracking your own puppy's steady progress matters more than comparing them directly to a sibling.
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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.