Chow Chow Puppy Weight Calculator

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

Chow Chow Growth Guide

Breed Overview

The Chow Chow is a distinctive and ancient breed originating from China, where it served as a working dog used for hunting, guarding, and pulling carts. Known for its lion-like mane, deep-set eyes, and unique blue-black tongue, the Chow Chow is an independent, loyal, and reserved dog. Though aloof with strangers, it forms strong bonds with its family and can be a dignified companion with proper training and early socialization.

Classified as a medium to large breed, Chow Chows typically weigh between 45 and 70 lbs as adults. Growth tracking is particularly important for this breed due to their prone nature to joint issues, potential obesity, and heavy coat, which can mask weight gain. Monitoring their development ensures healthy skeletal and muscular growth while avoiding excessive weight that can strain their joints.

See more about the breed on the AKC website

Chow Chow Growth Chart & Weight Ranges

Below is a typical growth chart showing the average weight ranges for Chow Chow puppies:

Age	Average Weight Range
4 weeks	4–7 lbs
8 weeks	10–15 lbs
3 months	18–25 lbs
4 months	25–30 lbs
6 months	35–50 lbs
9 months	45–60 lbs
12 months	50–70 lbs (adult size)

Males generally weigh more than females, often by 5–10 lbs, and may appear stockier.

How Much Bigger Will My Chow Chow Puppy Get?

Most Chow Chow puppies reach around 50% of their adult weight by 4 months of age and continue growing steadily until about 12 months. However, some may continue to fill out until around 18–24 months, especially males.

Rule of Thumb:
You can estimate a Chow Chow puppy’s adult weight by doubling their weight at 16 weeks. For example, a 25-lb puppy at 4 months may weigh around 50 lbs as an adult.

Chow Chow Growth Tips

Nutrition

Feed your Chow Chow puppy high-quality, breed-appropriate puppy food that supports slow, steady growth and joint health. Puppies under 6 months should eat 3 meals a day, transitioning to 2 meals daily afterwards. Be cautious of overfeeding, as this breed can be prone to obesity and related complications.

Exercise

Chow Chow puppies should engage in moderate daily activity, such as short walks and supervised play. Avoid intense exercise, especially on hard surfaces, during early growth stages to prevent joint strain.

Health Watch

Keep an eye out for common growth-related and breed-specific concerns:

• Hip and elbow dysplasia
• Patellar luxation
• Entropion (inward-turning eyelids)
• Obesity, especially due to low activity levels
• Heat intolerance due to a thick double coat

Regular check-ups, a balanced diet, and portion control are crucial for long-term health.