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- Afghan Hound Growth
- Afghan Hound Weight and Growth Chart
- When do Afghan Hounds Stop Growing and How Big Do They Get?
- Afghan Hound Growth Calculator
- How Much Should a Afghan Hound Weigh?
- What is the Height of the Afghan Hound?
- Is Your Afghan Hound Growing Normally? This is How to Tell
- How to Measure the Weight of your Afghan Hound
- How Fast Do Afghan Hounds Grow? Afghan Hound Growth Rate
- Size of Male Afghan Hound Versus Size of Female Afghan Hound
- Male Afghan Hound Weight and Growth Chart
- Female Afghan Hound Weight and Growth Chart
- Afghan Hound Growth Stages
- Male Afghan Hound Weight/Growth Chart in KG
- Female Afghan Hound Weight/Growth Chart in KG
- How Much Should a 12-Week-old Afghan Hound Weigh?
- How Much Should a 4-Month-old Afghan Hound Weigh?
- How Much Should a 6-Month-old Afghan Hound Weigh?
- How Much Should a 1-Year-old Afghan Hound Weigh?
- How to Tell If Your Afghan Hound is Overweight
- Conclusion on Afghan Hound Weight and Growth
Afghan Hound Growth
Did you just get the Afghan Hound puppy? And do you want to know when your Afghan Hound will stop growing and how big your Afghan Hound will get? Or do you want to know if your Afghan Hound is of the ideal weight for its age?
In this article, we will answer all these relevant questions related to Afghan Hound growth and weight.
If you do not own the Afghan Hound yet, make sure you purchase your Afghan Hound from an reputable Afghan Hound breeder. Also, check out our Afghan Hound buying guide and Afghan Hound price guide here.
You can also work with a reputable rescue to adopt a puppy.
It is important for you as a caring Afghan Hound owner to know if your Afghan Hound is growing normally and that your Afghan Hound is not overweight or underweight.
Extensive research studies have shown that most dogs are overweight because their owners spoil them with food, treats, and easy life styles. Most dogs eat way too much and do not get enough exercise. Research has also shown that one of the reasons many dogs die young is because they are overweight. However, you can extend your dog`s life by making sure your dog is of healthy weight and growth.One final reason to keep track of your Afghan Hound`s weight and growth is that your Afghan Hound`s weight and growth pattern can tell you if your Afghan Hound has some underlying health conditions (such as bone, heart, hormone diseases). This is what recent research has shown.
This article contains the Afghan Hound growth calculator that you can use to predict your Afghan Hound`s adult weight. This article also contains the Afghan Hound growth chart and weight calculator that you can use to approximately tell if your Afghan Hound`s weight is in the normal range.
However, the more accurate method to predict and track normal growth in your Afghan Hound is by regularly weighing your Afghan Hound and recording the weight of your Afghan Hound with our free dog weight tracker and weight predictor. Our tool will tell you, first, a more accurate future weight of your Afghan Hound and, second, if your Afghan Hound is growing normally.
We designed our dog weight tracker and weight predictor based on a recent research study carried out by researchers from Banfield Pet Hospitals and the University of Liverpool. This study collected and analyzed the weight of over 6 million healthy dogs in the United States. The dogs studied included dogs in the Afghan Hound weight category.
Also, check out our Afghan Hound food calculator here to know how much food to feed your Afghan Hound based on your Afghan Hound`s weight and age.
Afghan Hound Weight and Growth Chart
Below is the typical growth chart and weight chart of Afghan Hounds at different stages in their lives.
Note that your Afghan Hound may be slightly heavier or lighter than what the chart says. The weight chart is an average weight chart.
Also, this growth chart is the combined growth chart of the male and female Afghan Hound.
To know how much food to feed your Afghan Hound at different ages and weights, check out our Afghan Hound feeding guide and calculator.
To know how much water your Afghan Hound needs to drink at different ages and weights, check out our Afghan Hound water drinking guide and calculator.
Note that the growth pattern of a female Afghan Hound can be slightly different from the growth pattern of a male Afghan Hound
. Therefore, later on in this article, we will provide you with the gender-specific growth chart for the male and for the female Afghan Hound.| Age | Average Weight | Typical Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Weeks | 31 LBS | 27 LBS – 35 LBS |
| 20 Weeks | 40 LBS | 36 LBS – 45 LBS |
| 25 Weeks | 48 LBS | 42 LBS – 53 LBS |
| 30 Weeks | 53 LBS | 47 LBS – 60 LBS |
| 35 Weeks | 57 LBS | 50 LBS – 65 LBS |
| 40 Weeks | 60 LBS | 53 LBS – 68 LBS |
| 45 Weeks | 63 LBS | 55 LBS – 71 LBS |
| 60 Weeks | 65 LBS | 57 LBS – 74 LBS |
When do Afghan Hounds Stop Growing and How Big Do They Get?
Your Afghan Hound will grow very fast in its first 44 weeks. At 44 weeks, your Afghan Hound will have reached 95 percent of its adult weight. Then your Afghan Hound will slowly stop adding more weight. At around 58 weeks (~14 months), your Afghan Hound should be at its maximum weight. Afghan Hounds stop growing at 58 weeks (~14 months).
The above discussion is general, and it applies to both male and female Afghan Hounds. However, male dogs usually grow at a different rate compared to female dogs
A male Afghan Hound will grow very fast in its first 44 weeks. At 44 weeks, a male Afghan Hound will have reached 95 percent of its adult weight at 44 weeks. A male Afghan Hound will then slowly stop adding more weight. At around 58 weeks (~14 months), a male Afghan Hound should have reached its maximum weight. Male Afghan Hounds stop growing at 58 weeks (~14 months).
Similarly, a female Afghan Hound will grow very fast in its first 44 weeks. At 44 weeks, a female Afghan Hound will have reached 95 percent of its adult weight at 44 weeks. A female Afghan Hound will then slowly stop adding more weight. At around 58 weeks (~14 months), a female Afghan Hound should have reached its maximum weight. Female Afghan Hounds stop growing at 58 weeks (~14 months).
See the growth graph of a Afghan Hound below.
As you can see in the Afghan Hound growth curve below, the Afghan Hound grows really fast in its early weeks, and then its growth levels off till it reaches 100 percent of the adult weight.
Afghan Hound Growth Calculator
Use the calculator below to estimate how big your Afghan Hound will get based on its current weight.
This Afghan Hound growth calculator is based on the typical weight curve of a Afghan Hound shown above. The calculator assumes that your Afghan Hound is growing normally, and not on its way to become overweight or underweight.
How Much Should a Afghan Hound Weigh?
Adult Afghan Hounds typically weigh between 50 to 60 pounds.
Above is a graph that shows how much a Afghan Hound should weigh at different ages. Check where the weight of your Afghan Hound falls in the graph for its age.
It is totally fine if the weight of your Afghan Hound falls in either the dark green or light green region of the graph. However, weight in the dark green region is more typical for Afghan Hounds.
If the weight of your Afghan Hound falls outside both the dark and light green region for its age, then you should consult a vet.
Also, you can use the Afghan Hound weight calculator below to find the typical weight and the normal weight range of Afghan Hounds, male or female, of any age between 12 weeks and 100 weeks.
If you want to see how the weight of your Afghan Hound compares to that of other Afghan Hound`s of its age, enter the weight of your Afghan Hound in the calculator, and the calculator will show you where your Afghan Hound stands on the weight chart.
The calculator will also tell you if your Afghan Hound is within the normal weight range for the Afghan Hound.
This Afghan Hound weight calculator uses information from belpatt.fr and data from a research study on dog weight carried out by researchers at the University of Liverpool.
Please, talk to your vet before taking any decision on your pet`s weight and health.
What is the Height of the Afghan Hound?
The adult Afghan Hound is 24 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder. This is the average adult height of the Afghan Hound.
Is Your Afghan Hound Growing Normally? This is How to Tell
Puppy growth predictors, growth charts, and growth calculators like the ones above are approximate methods for predicting growth in dogs. However, these tools have limited capabilities. This is because each dog is unique and a dog`s growth may be different from that of the overall dog population.
A more accurate and scientific way to predict a dog`s growth is to measure the dog`s weight every week and record the weight. Doing this with your Afghan Hound will give you a clearer picture of how your Afghan Hound is growing.
You can use our free tool to track your Afghan Hound`s growth and weight over time. Our tool will also let you know if your Afghan Hound is growing normally.
Tracking your Afghan Hound`s weight will let you see the unique growth trajectory of your Afghan Hound. You can use this growth trajectory to accurately predict how big your Afghan Hound will get. The growth trajectory will also let you know very early if your Afghan Hound will become overweight or underweight.
Monitoring your dog`s weight is important because pet obesity is one of the leading causes of premature death in dogs. And these days, pets gain weight very easily because their owners spoil them with lots of treats and food. Catching early abnormal weight in your dog and correcting it (through diet changes, exercise) can significantly extend your dog`s life.
Below is what a normal growth pattern and what abnormal growth patterns look like in Afghan Hounds. You can compare your Afghan Hound growth trajectory against these references to see if your Afghan Hound is growing normally or you can use our automatic tool.
How to Measure the Weight of your Afghan Hound
There are two methods you can use to measure your Afghan Hound`s weight.
The first method, which is the better and more accurate method to weigh your Afghan Hound, is to use a dog weighing scale.
Using a dog scale is important if you would like to monitor your Afghan Hound`s growth regularly to catch any abnormal growth early.
Having a scale for weighing your Afghan Hound will make it easy for you to weigh your Afghan Hound regularly without any trouble.
The scale that we recommend for weighing the Afghan Hound is this high durability and affordable W.C Redmon Precision Digital Pet Scale. Click here to check out this scale on Amazon.
The second method is to use a bathroom scale to weigh yourself while holding your Afghan Hound. Then use the same scale to weigh yourself without your Afghan Hound. Then calculate your weight when holding your dog minus your weight when not holding your Afghan Hound. This method is illustrated in the picture below.
However, note that this method of holding your dog on a scale is not very accurate, and it may be difficult for you to use this method to weigh your Afghan Hound if your Afghan Hound is very heavy or if your Afghan Hound is the type that would not stay still while being held.
How Fast Do Afghan Hounds Grow? Afghan Hound Growth Rate
Starting from 3 months of age, Afghan Hounds grow at a rate of 2.22 pounds per week (1.01 Kilograms per week) on average. Starting at 4 months, your Afghan Hound will gain 1.84 pounds (0.84 Kilograms) every week on average.
At 5 months of age, your Afghan Hound will grow at a rate of 1.51 pounds per week (0.68 Kilograms per week) on average. Then at 6 months, your Afghan Hound will gain 1.22 pounds (0.55 Kilograms) every week on average.
See the growth rate chart of the Afghan Hound below
| Age (Months) | Growth per week (Pounds) | Growth per week (Kg) |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Months | 2.22 | 1.01 |
| 4 Months | 1.84 | 0.84 |
| 5 Months | 1.51 | 0.68 |
| 6 Months | 1.22 | 0.55 |
| 7 Months | 0.97 | 0.44 |
| 8 Months | 0.76 | 0.34 |
Size of Male Afghan Hound Versus Size of Female Afghan Hound
The average size of a male Afghan Hound is 66 pounds (30 kg) while the average size of a female Afghan Hound is 66 pounds (30 kg).
In general, male dogs are usually bigger than female dogs.
Male Afghan Hound Weight and Growth Chart
The growth pattern of Male dogs is also different from that of Female dogs.
Adult male dogs are generally bigger in size than adult female dogs.
Below is the typical growth and weight chart of a Male Afghan Hound.
| Age | Average Weight | Typical Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Weeks | 31 LBS | 27 LBS – 35 LBS |
| 20 Weeks | 40 LBS | 36 LBS – 45 LBS |
| 25 Weeks | 48 LBS | 42 LBS – 53 LBS |
| 30 Weeks | 53 LBS | 47 LBS – 60 LBS |
| 35 Weeks | 57 LBS | 50 LBS – 65 LBS |
| 40 Weeks | 60 LBS | 53 LBS – 68 LBS |
| 45 Weeks | 63 LBS | 55 LBS – 71 LBS |
| 60 Weeks | 65 LBS | 57 LBS – 74 LBS |
Female Afghan Hound Weight and Growth Chart
The growth pattern of female dogs is different from that of male dogs. On average, female dogs grow faster than males and reach full size earlier. For this reason, it`s important that the standard height and weight charts for dogs are gender-specific.
Also, adult female dogs are generally smaller in size than adult male dogs.
Below is the typical growth and weight chart of a Female Afghan Hound.
| Age | Average Weight | Typical Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Weeks | 31 LBS | 27 LBS – 35 LBS |
| 20 Weeks | 40 LBS | 36 LBS – 45 LBS |
| 25 Weeks | 48 LBS | 42 LBS – 53 LBS |
| 30 Weeks | 53 LBS | 47 LBS – 60 LBS |
| 35 Weeks | 57 LBS | 50 LBS – 65 LBS |
| 40 Weeks | 60 LBS | 53 LBS – 68 LBS |
| 45 Weeks | 63 LBS | 55 LBS – 71 LBS |
| 60 Weeks | 65 LBS | 57 LBS – 74 LBS |
Afghan Hound Growth Stages
Your Afghan Hound will go through a number of developmental stages on its journey to adulthood. Your Afghan Hound`s growth pattern can be categorized into 6 distinct stages: Neonatal, Transitional, Socialization Period, Juvenile Period, Adolescent Period, and Maturity.
You can know the developmental stage of your Afghan Hound based on how old your Afghan Hound is.
1. Afghan Hound Neonatal Period
Afghan Hound Neonatal Period is from Birth to 2 weeks. During this stage, the Afghan Hound puppy will be totally dependent on its mother. The Afghan Hound puppy`s eyes will still be unopened with no sense of vision. The Afghan Hound puppy will only have the senses of taste and touch
2. Afghan Hound Transitional Period
Afghan Hound Transitional Period is from 2 weeks to 3 weeks. During this stage, the Afghan Hound puppy will continue to develop a better sense of hearing and taste. The puppy`s teeth will start coming through and its eyes will begin to open.
During this stage, the Afghan Hound puppy begins to crawl forward and backward, begins to stand, begins to wag its tail. This is also the age where your puppy’s personality begins to develop.
3. Afghan Hound Socialization Period
Afghan Hound Socialization Period is from 3 weeks to 14 weeks. During this stage, the Afghan Hound puppy will be able to fully use all of its senses (vision, smell, touch, hearing, taste), and the puppy will learn to survive without its mother.
Also during this stage, the Afghan Hound puppy learns how to act like a dog (biting, chasing, barking, etc). The rapid learning and socialization of the puppy occur at this stage, and what the Afghan Hound puppy learns in this stage will have a long-term effect on the puppy`s behavior as an adult.
4. Afghan Hound Juvenile Period
Afghan Hound Juvenile Period is from 3-4 Months to 5-14 months. During this stage, the Afghan Hound puppies will attempt to clarify and resolve their boundaries. Their baby teeth start getting replaced by adult teeth.
5. Afghan Hound Adolescent Period
Afghan Hound Adolescent Period is from 5-14 Months to 2-3 Years. Afghan Hounds go through social and sexual maturity during this stage.
6. Afghan Hound Maturity Period
Afghan Hound Maturity Period is from 1 year to 4 years. At this age, your Afghan Hound will transition to full adulthood.
Male Afghan Hound Weight/Growth Chart in KG
The growth pattern of Male dogs is also different from that of Female dogs.
Adult male dogs are generally bigger in size than adult female dogs.
Below is typical growth and weight chart of a Male Afghan Hound in Kilograms (kg).
| Age | Average Weight | Typical Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Weeks | 14 KG | 12 KG – 15 KG |
| 20 Weeks | 18 KG | 16 KG – 20 KG |
| 25 Weeks | 21 KG | 19 KG – 24 KG |
| 30 Weeks | 24 KG | 21 KG – 27 KG |
| 35 Weeks | 26 KG | 23 KG – 29 KG |
| 40 Weeks | 27 KG | 24 KG – 31 KG |
| 45 Weeks | 28 KG | 24 KG – 32 KG |
| 60 Weeks | 29 KG | 25 KG – 33 KG |
Female Afghan Hound Weight/Growth Chart in KG
The growth pattern of female dogs is different from that of male dogs. On average, female dogs grow faster than males and reach full size earlier. For this reason, it`s important that the standard height and weight charts for dogs are gender-specific.
Also, adult female dogs are generally smaller in size than adult male dogs.
Below is typical growth and weight chart of a Female Afghan Hound in Kilograms (kg).
| Age | Average Weight | Typical Weight Range |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Weeks | 14 KG | 12 KG – 15 KG |
| 20 Weeks | 18 KG | 16 KG – 20 KG |
| 25 Weeks | 21 KG | 19 KG – 24 KG |
| 30 Weeks | 24 KG | 21 KG – 27 KG |
| 35 Weeks | 26 KG | 23 KG – 29 KG |
| 40 Weeks | 27 KG | 24 KG – 31 KG |
| 45 Weeks | 28 KG | 24 KG – 32 KG |
| 60 Weeks | 29 KG | 25 KG – 33 KG |
How Much Should a 12-Week-old Afghan Hound Weigh?
The average weight of a 12-week-old female Afghan Hound is 24.7 lbs (11.2 kg).
The typical weight range of a 12-week-old female Afghan Hound is from 21.7 lbs to 27.6 lbs (9.9 kg to 12.5 kg).
The average weight of a 12-week-old male Afghan Hound is 24.7 lbs (11.2 kg).
The typical weight range of a 12-week-old male Afghan Hound is from 21.7 lbs to 27.6 lbs (9.9 kg to 12.5 kg).
However, a recent research study on dog weight shows that 12-week-old female Afghan Hounds can normally weigh as low as 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg) and as high as 30.6 lbs (13.9 kg)
Correspondingly, 12-week-old male Afghan Hounds can normally weigh as low as 7.0 lbs (3.2 kg) and as high as 32.6 lbs (14.8 kg)
How Much Should a 4-Month-old Afghan Hound Weigh?
The average weight of a 4-month-old female Afghan Hound is 33.5 lbs (15.2 kg).
The typical weight range of a 4-month-old female Afghan Hound is from 29.7 lbs to 37.4 lbs (13.5 kg to 17.0 kg).
The average weight of a 4-month-old male Afghan Hound is 33.5 lbs (15.2 kg).
The typical weight range of a 4-month-old male Afghan Hound is from 29.7 lbs to 37.4 lbs (13.5 kg to 17.0 kg).
However, a recent research study on dog weight shows that 4-month-old female Afghan Hounds can normally weigh as low as 13.3 lbs (6.0 kg) and as high as 43.6 lbs (19.8 kg)
Correspondingly, 4-month-old male Afghan Hounds can normally weigh as low as 13.7 lbs (6.2 kg) and as high as 48.1 lbs (21.8 kg)
How Much Should a 6-Month-old Afghan Hound Weigh?
The average weight of a 6-month-old female Afghan Hound is 46.9 lbs (21.3 kg).
The typical weight range of a 6-month-old female Afghan Hound is from 41.4 lbs to 52.3 lbs (18.8 kg to 23.7 kg).
The average weight of a 6-month-old male Afghan Hound is 46.9 lbs (21.3 kg).
The typical weight range of a 6-month-old male Afghan Hound is from 41.4 lbs to 52.3 lbs (18.8 kg to 23.7 kg).
However, a recent research study on dog weight shows that 6-month-old female Afghan Hounds can normally weigh as low as 22.4 lbs (10.2 kg) and as high as 62.5 lbs (28.4 kg)
Correspondingly, 6-month-old male Afghan Hounds can normally weigh as low as 24.6 lbs (11.1 kg) and as high as 71.1 lbs (32.2 kg)
How Much Should a 1-Year-old Afghan Hound Weigh?
The average weight of a 1-year-old female Afghan Hound is 64.9 lbs (29.4 kg).
The typical weight range of a 1-year-old female Afghan Hound is from 56.4 lbs to 73.3 lbs (25.6 kg to 33.3 kg).
The average weight of a 1-year-old male Afghan Hound is 64.9 lbs (29.4 kg).
The typical weight range of a 1-year-old male Afghan Hound is from 56.4 lbs to 73.3 lbs (25.6 kg to 33.3 kg).
However, a recent research study on dog weight shows that 1-year-old female Afghan Hounds can normally weigh as low as 37.2 lbs (16.9 kg) and as high as 84.5 lbs (38.3 kg)
Correspondingly, 1-year-old male Afghan Hounds can normally weigh as low as 43.7 lbs (19.8 kg) and as high as 98.3 lbs (44.6 kg)
How to Tell If Your Afghan Hound is Overweight
As mentioned earlier in this article, a very accurate way to know if your Afghan Hound puppy is on its way to becoming overweight is by weighing your dog every week and recording its weight. This will show you the growth trajectory of your Afghan Hound puppy. And a close look at your puppy`s growth trajectory will tell you if your Afghan Hound puppy will be overweight or underweight. This method is relatively easy to use.
You can use our free online tool to track your Afghan Hound puppy`s growth curve.
However, if you do not have a record of the weekly weights of your Afghan Hound, and you want to tell if your dog is overweight, underweight, or of normal weight, then you can use a chart called the body condition chart shown below. This method requires some expertise to use, and it is further discussed below.
To tell your dog`s body condition, first, look at your dog closely and observe which of its bones and structures are sticking out or not sticking out from under its skin. Next, use your hands to feel for fat and bones over your dog. To know which bones to look and feel for, check out the body condition tool guide from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association and this guide. This exercise will tell you the body condition score for your dog.
Body condition scores are from a scale of 1 to 9. A score of 1, 2 or 3 means that a dog is too skinny. A score of 4 or 5 means that a dog is of ideal weight, and a score above 5 means that a dog is overweight.
Talk to your vet if your Afghan Hound appears to be overweight. The vet might recommend reducing how much food to feed your Afghan Hound.
Conclusion on Afghan Hound Weight and Growth
In this article, we have provided you with the information, growth charts and growth calculators to help you tell how big your Afghan Hound will get. These tools will also help tell if your Afghan Hound is growing normally.
However, the best way to monitor and predict the growth of your Afghan Hound is to measure and record your puppy Afghan Hound`s weight every week.
Use our free Afghan Hound weight tracker and calculator tool available here to track and predict your Afghan Hound`s weight.
It is important that every Afghan Hound owner monitors the growth of their Afghan Hound for normal growth by checking the weight of their Afghan Hound regularly. Regular weight monitoring will let you detect any abnormal growth very early before it is too late. We discussed how you can tell if your Afghan Hound is growing normally from your Afghan Hound`s weight history earlier in this article.
Abnormal growth in Afghan Hound can be because of underlying disease (such are heart, hormonal, or bone problems) or because of overfeeding or underfeeding. All of the aforementioned reduce the Afghan Hound lifespan and quality of life.
Don`t wait. Start tracking your Afghan Hound`s weight today!