Weight
Smallest - some toy breeds are as small as 2-3 lbs. Largest - some of the largest breeds weigh over 150 lbs. The "ideal" weight for a dog is approximately the weight where the last 3 to 5 ribs are just barely visible or can be felt with a very light touch. Many dogs are overweight and many dog owners feel their dog is too thin if they can see any ribs.
Breed size determines when bone growth stops. Small breeds may be fully grown by 6 or 7 months of age while large breed dogs may continue to grow for 18 to 24 months.
Smallest - some toy breeds are as small as 2-3 lbs. Largest - some of the largest breeds weigh over 150 lbs. The "ideal" weight for a dog is approximately the weight where the last 3 to 5 ribs are just barely visible or can be felt with a very light touch. Many dogs are overweight and many dog owners feel their dog is too thin if they can see any ribs.
Breed size determines when bone growth stops. Small breeds may be fully grown by 6 or 7 months of age while large breed dogs may continue to grow for 18 to 24 months.
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