Finnish Spitz Puppy Weight Calculator

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

Finnish Spitz Growth Guide

Breed Overview

The Finnish Spitz is the national dog of Finland, originally bred to hunt game birds and small mammals in the dense forests of the Nordic region. Renowned for their fox-like appearance, pointed ears, and curled tails, Finnish Spitz dogs are intelligent, alert, and full of personality. They are known for their “yodel-like” bark, and their independent but affectionate nature makes them excellent companions for active families.

This breed is small to medium in size, with adults weighing between 20 and 33 pounds. Since the Finnish Spitz has a light, athletic build, tracking growth is important to ensure healthy weight gain without overfeeding. Proper growth monitoring helps prevent skeletal stress or joint issues, particularly as they mature.

For more breed-specific information, refer to the American Kennel Club’s Finnish Spitz page.

Finnish Spitz Growth Chart & Weight Ranges

Age	Male Weight Range	Female Weight Range
4 weeks	2 – 4 lbs	2 – 3.5 lbs
8 weeks	5 – 7 lbs	4 – 6 lbs
3 months	8 – 12 lbs	7 – 10 lbs
4 months	10 – 15 lbs	9 – 13 lbs
6 months	14 – 22 lbs	13 – 18 lbs
9 months	18 – 28 lbs	16 – 24 lbs
12 months	20 – 33 lbs	18 – 28 lbs

Males typically weigh 5–7 lbs more than females once fully grown.

How Much Bigger Will My Finnish Spitz Puppy Get?

Most Finnish Spitz puppies reach about 50% of their adult weight by 4 to 5 months of age. By 12 months, they are generally very close to their full adult weight and height, though some may continue to fill out slightly until 14–16 months.

Rule of Thumb:
To estimate your Finnish Spitz’s adult size, double its weight at 16 weeks.

This breed matures relatively quickly compared to giant breeds, so you can expect a steady but moderate growth rate in the first year.

Finnish Spitz Growth Tips

Nutrition

• Feed a small-to-medium breed puppy formula that supports healthy development.
• Offer 3 meals a day until 6 months old, then transition to 2 meals per day.
• Maintain a consistent feeding routine and avoid overfeeding to reduce the risk of obesity.

Exercise

• Finnish Spitz puppies are energetic and need regular play and short walks.
• Avoid strenuous running or jumping until 9–12 months to protect growing joints.
• Include mental enrichment like puzzle toys, basic training, and light agility activities.

Health Watch

• While generally healthy, Finnish Spitz dogs can be prone to patellar luxation and hip dysplasia, though less commonly than large breeds.
• Track your puppy’s weight monthly and discuss any rapid or stalled growth with your veterinarian.
• Maintain a healthy weight throughout adolescence to prevent stress on joints and bones.