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Labrador Retriever puppy weight calculator
Labradors are one of the quickest-growing large breeds. A typical Lab puppy roughly doubles in weight between 8 and 16 weeks, and is close to adult height by its first birthday.
Labrador Retriever growth chart
Typical adult weight: males 65–80 lb, females 55–70 lb. Most Labrador Retrievers reach adult weight at around 18 months.
Labrador Retriever weight by age
| Age | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 8 weeks | 11.1–13.6 lb | 9.4–11.9 lb |
| 12 weeks | 21–26 lb | 17.6–22 lb |
| 16 weeks | 29–36 lb | 25–32 lb |
| 20 weeks | 36–44 lb | 30–39 lb |
| 6 months | 43–53 lb | 36–46 lb |
| 8 months | 51–62 lb | 43–55 lb |
| 10 months | 57–70 lb | 48–61 lb |
| 12 months | 60–74 lb | 51–65 lb |
| 15 months | 64–78 lb | 54–69 lb |
| 18 months | 65–80 lb | 55–70 lb |
Estimated from the typical adult range and our size-group growth curve. Individual puppies vary.
How Labrador Retriever puppies grow
- Expect rapid gains up to about 6 months, followed by slower, steadier growth until 12–18 months.
- Males are usually 10–15 lb heavier than females as adults.
- English (show) Labs are often stockier than American (field) Labs, so two healthy Labs of the same age can differ in weight.
Tips for healthy growth
- Labs are prone to overeating. Weigh portions rather than scooping, and count treats as part of daily food.
- Keep exercise moderate while they grow: long runs and repeated jumping are best left until growth plates close.
- A body-condition check (a visible waist from above, ribs easy to feel) matters more than hitting an exact number.
Other growth guides
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- Mixed breedsPredict size from the parents’ weights
Weight ranges: AKC breed standard (akc.org/dog-breeds). This is general information, not veterinary advice.