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Irish Terrier puppy weight calculator

Use this Irish Terrier puppy weight calculator to predict how big your puppy will get. Irish Terriers are a terrier breed that typically reach full size by around 12-15 months.

Weight predictor

Calculate adult weight

Enter your puppy's current weight and age to predict their adult size

Predicted adult weight
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AKC standard
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Current ideal
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Estimates based on breed growth curves. Individual dogs vary with genetics and nutrition — check with your vet for a personalized read.

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Irish Terrier Stats

Height18 inches
Weight25–27 lbs
Life Span13 - 15 years
Size Classmedium
Breed GroupTerrier group
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Irish Terrier growth and weight chart by age

AgeWeight
Birth1 lbs
2 Months4 to 5 lbs
3 Months6 to 8 lbs
4 Months9 to 11 lbs
5 Months11 to 14 lbs
6 Months14 to 16 lbs
7 Months16 to 19 lbs
9 Months19 to 22 lbs
10 Months21 to 24 lbs
1 Year24 to 26 lbs
1.5 Years25 to 27 lbs
2 Years25 to 27 lbs

Estimated from typical medium-breed growth curves and the Irish Terrier's adult weight range. Individual puppies vary — use the calculator above for a prediction based on your puppy's actual current weight.

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Irish Terrier traits

Good with children
Good with other dogs
Shedding level
Grooming needs
Openness to strangers
Trainability
Barking

Caring for a Irish Terrier

Health

Generally a healthy breed; hyperkeratosis (a paw-pad thickening condition) has been documented in the breed.

Nutrition

A quality diet in measured portions; standard weight management applies.

Grooming

The wiry coat needs regular brushing and periodic hand-stripping.

Training

Bold and spirited — consistent, engaging training channels the breed's energy productively, and this terrier does well with an active family.

About the breed

A bold, dashing Irish terrier historically used for hunting and as a wartime messenger dog.

Courageous and loyal, Irish Terriers are famously good with children and were a favorite family dog in their homeland.

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