Golden Retriever: Weight charts, life expectancy, size, and more

Discover everything about the Golden Retriever, including weight charts, weight progressions of registered dogs, life expectancy, size, and other useful information.

Track Your Golden Retriever's Weight Show weight curve
Registered dog named 'Abby' Registered dog named 'BamBam' Registered dog named 'Ivy' Registered dog named 'Vahile'

Join 20.000+ dog owners

Head of the dog breed Golden Retriever
  • 51 - 56 cm
  • 55 - 71 lbs
  • 10 - 12 years
  • from 15 months
  • 56 - 61 cm
  • 66 - 75 lbs
  • 10 - 12 years
  • from 15 months

Size, development and life expectancy of Golden Retrievern

The Golden Retriever is a medium sized dog breed with a size of 51 - 61 cm. Growth is complete after 15 months and the Golden Retriever reaches its final size.

The Golden Retriever is characterized by an average life expectancy of 10 - 12 years. This makes it one of the dog breeds with a typical lifespan. The final weight varies depending on gender, ranging between 55.1 - 75.0 lbs. Male Golden Retrievern are usually around 11 lbs heavier than females.

Track your Golden Retriever's weight and compare it to other dogs!

Register for free and start tracking

Male Weight Curve: Development of the Golden Retriever from 2 to 15 Months

Male dogs of the Golden Retriever breed fall into the category of dogs with moderate weight. Within a span of 3 months, they typically achieve a weight of 25,0 lbs. After an additional 3 months, the average weight of these males reaches approximately 46,5 lbs. As they continue to grow for 9 more months, Golden Retriever males ultimately reach their final weight, ranging from 66.1 - 75.0 lbs.

Age Weight
2 Month 14.99 lbs
3 Month 26.46 lbs
4 Month 35.94 lbs
5 Month 43.87 lbs
6 Month 48.94 lbs
7 Month 52.69 lbs
8 Month 55.78 lbs
9 Month 58.86 lbs
10 Month 61.51 lbs
11 Month 63.93 lbs
12 Month 66.14 lbs
13 Month 68.34 lbs
14 Month 70.33 lbs
15 Month 72.31 lbs
16 Month 74.08 lbs
17 Month 74.96 lbs

Female Weight Curve: Development of the Golden Retriever from 2 to 15 Months

Female dogs of the Golden Retriever breed fall into the category of dogs with moderate weight. Typically, within a span of 3 months, they reach a weight of 22,3 lbs. After an additional 3 months, the average weight of these females reaches approximately 42,5 lbs. As they continue to grow for 9 more months, Golden Retriever females ultimately reach their final weight, ranging from 55.1 - 70.5 lbs.

Age Weight
2 Month 14.33 lbs
3 Month 24.69 lbs
4 Month 34.17 lbs
5 Month 41.45 lbs
6 Month 46.74 lbs
7 Month 50.49 lbs
8 Month 53.57 lbs
9 Month 56.44 lbs
10 Month 58.86 lbs
11 Month 61.29 lbs
12 Month 63.27 lbs
13 Month 64.82 lbs
14 Month 66.58 lbs
15 Month 68.34 lbs
16 Month 70.55 lbs
Registered dog named 'Abby' Registered dog named 'BamBam' Registered dog named 'Ivy' Registered dog named 'Vahile'

Trusted by 20.000+ dog owners

Discover the ideal weight for your Golden Retriever and track his progress!

Register your dog or puppy
Precise prediction of the final weight of Golden Retrievern

Calculate the final weight for Golden Retriever puppies and young dogs

Do you want to know how big your Golden Retriever puppy will eventually become? With our special dog growth calculator, you can accurately calculate the end weight of the Golden Retriever breed. Whether you currently have an adorable Golden Retriever puppy or your young dog is growing up, our user-friendly tool provides you with valuable information.

Dog Weight Calculator

lbs

Last weighings of registered Golden Retriever owners

Register now for free and get access to all 917 registered dogs of the breed Golden Retriever!

Golden Retriever
Elli
Dog breed Elli
  • Weight:
    48 lbs
  • Age:
    6 months
  • Gender:
    Female Dog
Golden Retriever
Plume
Dog breed Plume
  • Weight:
    32 lbs
  • Age:
    4 months
  • Gender:
    Female Dog
Golden Retriever
Buck
Dog breed Buck
  • Weight:
    15 lbs
  • Age:
    2 months
  • Gender:
    Male Dog
Golden Retriever
Bailey
Dog breed Bailey
  • Weight:
    75 lbs
  • Age:
    9 months
  • Gender:
    Male Dog
Golden Retriever
Nala
Dog breed Nala
  • Weight:
    35 lbs
  • Age:
    6 months
  • Gender:
    Female Dog
Golden Retriever
Disa
Dog breed Disa
  • Weight:
    45 lbs
  • Age:
    1 years, 5 months
  • Gender:
    Female Dog
Golden Retriever
Moos
Dog breed Moos
  • Weight:
    82 lbs
  • Age:
    2 years, 11 months
  • Gender:
    Male Dog
Golden Retriever
Arès
Dog breed Arès
  • Weight:
    29 lbs
  • Age:
    5 months
  • Gender:
    Male Dog
Golden Retriever
Aimi
Dog breed Aimi
  • Weight:
    11 lbs
  • Age:
    4 months
  • Gender:
    Female Dog
Golden Retriever
Wanda
Dog breed Wanda
  • Weight:
    35 lbs
  • Age:
    7 months
  • Gender:
    Female Dog

Track your Golden Retriever's weight and compare it to other dogs!

Discover the ideal weight for your Golden Retriever and track his progress! Register your dog or puppy now for free and become a part of our growing community of over 20.000+ dog owners.

Register for free and start tracking
Dog looking out of paper hole

Golden Retriever: Frequently asked questions about the dog breed

How much does a Golden Retriever puppy weigh?

Typically, a Golden Retriever puppy weighs around 13,1 - 25,0 lbs at 2 months old and continues to gain an additional 19,84 lbs over the next 2 months. By approximately 18 weeks, when the puppy reaches the adolescent stage, a Golden Retriever puppy weighs about 30,8 - 41,3 lbs.

What is the typical size of a Golden Retriever?

The size of an Golden Retriever can vary depending on gender and genetics. Generally, male Golden Retrievers reach a shoulder height of approximately 58.5 cm, while females have an average shoulder height of around 53.5 cm.

When is the dog breed Golden Retriever fully grown?

The dog breed Golden Retriever usually reaches full physical maturity at about 15 to 15 months of age. However, this may vary from individual to individual, as each dog has its own growth rate.

What is the average weight of a fully grown Golden Retriever?

The weight of a fully grown Golden Retriever dog can vary depending on factors such as gender and genetics. On average, male dogs of this breed typically weigh between 66.1 - 75.0 lbs. Female dogs, on the other hand, usually have a weight range of 55.1 - 70.5 lbs.

What is the average lifespan of a Golden Retriever dog?

Golden Retrievern generally have a life expectancy of approximately 10 to 12 years. With proper care, nutrition, and regular veterinary attention, they can lead happy and healthy lives.