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Sizes of Most Popular Breeds SIZES OF MOST POPULAR BREEDS In the following table we have put together basic information regarding a small selection of different dog breeds for you. Valuable information regarding the typical characteristics, special challenges, average shoulder height and weight of the different breeds are presented here for your consideration if you wish to offer a dog a home. Your dog needs a new collar, lead or, e.g., a new coat? Now you can quickly orientate yourself using the sizes presented here for the respective breed. To make completely certain, you should always measure the individual size (neck or belly circumference, back length, etc.). Have lots of fun while discovering! Afghan Hound Weight 50 - 60 lbs Neck circumfence: 15.7" - 20.5" Height shoulder: 24.8" - 29.1" Length of back: 23.6" - 25.6" A somewhat self-willed breed, not suitable for every owner. These dogs need to run, and will not be satisfied with strolls on the leash. They love to race. Very dependent in the family, but usually rather reserved. American Staffordshire Weight 35 - 40 lbs Neck circumfence: 19.7" - 23.6" Height shoulder: 16.9" - 18.9" Length of back: 15.7" - 17.7" Dogs of this breed are courageous and domineering, but also true and loyal to their owners. Basset Weight 40 - 65 lbs Neck circumfence: 16.5" - 19.7" Height shoulder: 12.9" - 14.9" Length of back: 23.6" - 28.5" A quiet, self-confident breed, somewhat stubborn. This breed is unfortunately seen as a type of long lap dog. In contact with other dogs, they are fearless and powerful. Bearded Collie Weight 45 - 60 lbs Neck circumfence: 16.5" - 19.9" Height shoulder: 20.1" - 22.1" Length of back: 19.7" - 21.6" A happy, easily trained family pet, which loves to frolic with children. However, this breed requires a lot of affection, freedom of movement and long walks. The silky fur must be groomed daily. Bernese Mountain Dog Weight around 90 lbs Neck circumfence: 19.7" - 21.6" Height shoulder: 23.6" - 28.3" Length of back: 25.5" - 29.5" A reliable dog with a heart of gold. Easily trained as a working dog, and also an almost perfect family pet: even small children do not disturb these dogs of strong character. Bull Terrier Weight 45 - 65 lbs Neck circumfence: 19.7" - 21.7" Height shoulder: 15.7" - 21.7" Length of back: 21.7" - 25.6" Unfairly identified as an attack dog. This breed is loyal, dependant and child-friendly. However, they can be made to become a deadly weapon by criminal conditioning. With proper obedience training, they can be raised to be good family pets. Chihuahua Weight 2 - 7 lbs Neck circumfence: 9.8" - 12.6" Height shoulder: up to 8.7" Length of back: 7.9" - 11.8" The smallest breed of dog in the world! However, when avoiding extreme miniaturisation in breeding, astonishingly compact and robust. An intelligent dog, eager and willing to learn. This breed’s need for exercise can also be satisfied in the apartment. Dachshund Weight up to 20 lbs Neck circumfence: 11.8" - 15.7" Height shoulder: 7.1" - 9.1" Length of back: 11.8" - 17.7" The dachshund belongs to one of the most valued and numerous pets overall, but is also kept as a hunter. These perky and somewhat thickheaded dogs will try to train their masters and mistresses with clever and amusing tricks. German Longhair Weight around 65 lbs Neck circumfence: 15.7" - 19.7" Height shoulder: 24.8" - 27.6" Length of back: 25.6" - 27.5" Because of their keen sense of smell, intelligence and eagerness to learn, these dogs are brilliant allaround hunting dogs. This breed is suited to the sporting type, who also likes to spend a lot of time outdoors. Golden Retriever Weight 60 - 80 lbs Neck circumfence: 17.7" - 20.9" Height shoulder: 20.1" - 24.1" Length of back: 21.7" - 25.6" Not only a golden coat, but a heart of gold as well. The ideal dog for children and families. Because of their friendliness and cleverness, also good hunting dogs which love the water. Hovawart Weight 55 - 90 lbs Neck circumfence: 18.9" - 23.6" Height shoulder: 22.8" - 27.5" Length of back: 25.6" - 29.5" One of the oldest German breeds. Has all of the positive characteristics of the German Shepherd, with a very pleasant personality. Can be easily trained for all purposes. Irish Wolfhound Weight 90 - 120 lbs Neck circumfence: 21.6" - 25.6" Height shoulder: 27.9" - 33.5" Length of back: 15.7" - 33.5" The largest breed in the world! If one can do without extreme size, still relatively robust. A peaceful, gentle yet self-confident dog. With a minimum of training, suitable as a family dog. Lots of exercise is an absolute must. Pomeranian Weight variable Neck circumfence: 13.8" - 15.7" Height shoulder: 9.1" - 11.1" Length of back: 11.8" - 13.8" These dogs were quite in style in the 1920’s, with their beautiful bushy tails and thick and luxuriant coats. An ideal guard dog, that shows no mercy when barking at strangers. An intelligent dog, eager to learn, that needs a lot of human affection and attention. Leonberger Weight 110 - 155 lbs Neck circumfence: 21.6" - 25.6" Height shoulder: 25.6" - 31.5" Length of back: 27.5" - 33.5" This race, resembling the lion in appearance, is lively, loyal, and reliable and loves children. Does not need a lot of exercise. Because of their cleverness, they can be trained as working dogs. Maltese Weight 7 - 9 lbs Neck circumfence: 11.8" - 13.8" Height shoulder: 7.8" - 9.8" Length of back: 11.8" - 14.9" As long ago as 2000 years, this dog was bred especially for ladies. Lively, happy, playful and vivacious. These dogs have a long life expectancy when they receive regular care and lots of love and affection. Münsterländer (Small) Weight 45 - 55 lbs Neck circumfence: 17.7" - 19.7" Height shoulder: 19.7" - 23.6" Length of back: 17.7" - 21.6" A true and gentle soul, that always wishes to be kept busy. Due to their extreme cleverness, can be well trained for hunting. The great need for exercise and freedom of movement can lead to problems when kept indoors. Newfoundlander Weight 110 - 145 lbs Neck circumfence: 21.6" - 25.6" Height shoulder: 24.4" - 29.5" Length of back: 25.6" - 29.5" Sense of humour, gentle disposition, uncomplicated, dependent and obedient are the adjectives best describing the Newfoundlander breed. They are friendly to people and animals, love to swim and are good at it, not particularly alert, but very robust because of their thick coats. Scottish Terrier Weight 20 - 25 lbs Neck circumfence: 13.8" - 17.7" Height shoulder: 9.8" - 11.1" Length of back: 15.7" - 17.7" Dog of the Year 1994! Typical terrier, although relatively easy to raise. Basically a hunting dog, that also has a right to take its place as an ideal family and apartment dog. Sensible, vivacious and very clever. Shih Tzu Weight 10 - 20 lbs Neck circumfence: 13.8" - 16.5" Height shoulder: 9.8" - 10.6" Length of back: 15.7" - 17.7" This dog appears arrogant and self-confident, but is indeed playful and good-natured. Not considering the great deal of care and attention required, this breed is an uncomplicated and child-friendly family dog. Staffordshire Bullterrier Weight 25 - 40 lbs Neck circumfence: 17.7" - 23.6" Height shoulder: 13.8" - 15.7" Length of back: 16.5" - 18.9" A strong character and chiefly people-friendly. This dog can be twisted into a fearsome attack dog, after criminal conditioning. Proper training makes a comfortable companion of this breed. Whippet Weight 20 - 35 lbs Neck circumfence: 15.7" - 17.7" Height shoulder: 17.5" - 18.5" Length of back: 15.7" - 17.7" A real racing dog, that requires a great deal of exercise and movement. Very dependent, sensitive, but also hearty. The whippet is child-friendly and vivacious. Good as a family dog. Yorkshire Terrier Weight 3 - 7 lbs Neck circumfence: 9.8" - 11.8" Height shoulder: up to 8.7" Length of back: 9.8" - 11.8" The smallest breed of terrier, but with all the terrier characteristics such as self-confidence, intelligence, eager to learn and cheerful. Does not want to be treated as a lap dog but as a real full-value dog. Airedale Terrier Weight 45 - 55 lbs Neck circumfence: 18.9" - 21.6" Height shoulder: 22.1" - 24.1" Length of back: 18.9" - 21.6" The largest but most uncomplicated terrier. This breed can be a useful working animal, but also a good family pet. Terriers need a lot of exercise, but are otherwise undemanding. This breed is suitable even for first-time dog owners. Barzoi Weight 75 - 100 lbs Neck circumfence: 17.7" - 21.6" Height shoulder: 25.6" - 32.3" Length of back: 26.3" - 33.1" Borzois were once used for hounding wolves! An extremely elegant breed, these dogs lose their reserve and coolness the moment they are allowed to run as long and as quickly as they like. When they get sufficient exercise, they can fit well into the family. Beagle Weight 22 - 40 lbs Neck circumfence: 15.7" - 17.7" Height shoulder: 12.9" - 16.1" Length of back: 16.5" - 18.9" This breed has a sad reputation as a research animal. By nature, tends to be a good hunter (running in the pack).
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