Briard Puppy Weight Calculator

Calculate the adult weight for your Briard. Just type your puppy’s current weight and age, and see how big your puppy gets.

Briard Growth Guide and Breed Profile

Breed Overview

The Briard is a large, rugged herding dog originating from France, where it has served for centuries as both a livestock guardian and companion to French shepherds. Known for its distinctive long, wavy coat and expressive double dewclaws, the Briard is intelligent, loyal, and protective—often forming strong bonds with its family.

Briards are part of the large breed category, typically weighing between 55–100 lbs as adults. Because large breeds like the Briard are prone to musculoskeletal issues, monitoring growth is essential to prevent developmental disorders such as hip dysplasia and ensure proper nutrition throughout puppyhood.

Briard Growth Chart & Weight Ranges

Below is a general guide to the average weight ranges for Briard puppies as they grow. Individual dogs may vary, but this chart provides a reliable baseline.

Age	Weight Range (Male)	Weight Range (Female)
4 weeks	6–9 lbs	5–8 lbs
8 weeks	14–18 lbs	12–16 lbs
3 months	25–32 lbs	22–30 lbs
4 months	32–42 lbs	28–38 lbs
6 months	48–60 lbs	42–55 lbs
9 months	60–75 lbs	50–65 lbs
12 months	70–90 lbs	60–80 lbs
18 months	75–100 lbs	65–90 lbs

Note: Males are typically 5–10 lbs heavier than females at most stages.

How Much Bigger Will My Briard Puppy Get?

Most Briard puppies reach 50% of their adult weight by around 4 months and 80% by 6 months. However, due to their large size and bone structure, they continue to grow and fill out until 18–24 months.

A helpful rule of thumb for estimating adult weight:

Double their weight at 16 weeks to get a rough estimate of adult size.

Keep in mind that while height may plateau by 12–15 months, their chest, musculature, and coat density continue to mature well into the second year.

Briard Growth Tips

Nutrition

Large breed puppies like Briards need a balanced, age-appropriate diet to support joint and skeletal development. Feed them a puppy food specifically formulated for large breeds, which contains the correct calcium-phosphorus ratio.

• Feed 3–4 times per day until 6 months, then reduce to 2 meals.
• Avoid overfeeding or free feeding, which can cause rapid, unhealthy growth.

Refer to trusted resources like the American Kennel Club’s feeding guidelines for specifics.

Exercise

While Briards are energetic and playful, limit intense activity until 12 months to protect developing joints.

• Daily walks, gentle play, and mental stimulation are ideal.
• Avoid high-impact exercise like jumping or rough play on hard surfaces.

Health Watch

Common growth-related concerns in Briards include:

• Hip and elbow dysplasia
• Bloat (gastric torsion) – avoid exercise right after meals
• Panosteitis – temporary lameness during growth spurts

Regular vet checkups, slow and steady growth, and proper weight maintenance are key to preventing long-term issues.