Breed guides
Puppy Checklists by Breed
Crate sizes, feeding notes, grooming and training tips for popular puppy breeds. Free for puppy owners everywhere.
Large
Labrador Retriever
Adult 55–80 lb · 25–36 kg
Large
Golden Retriever
Adult 55–75 lb · 25–34 kg
Small
French Bulldog
Adult 16–28 lb · 7–13 kg
Large
German Shepherd
Adult 50–90 lb · 22–40 kg
Small
Miniature Poodle
Adult 10–15 lb · 4.5–7 kg
Small
Dachshund
Adult 16–32 lb · 7–15 kg
Small
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Adult 13–18 lb · 6–8 kg
Medium
Cocker Spaniel
Adult 25–35 lb · 11–16 kg
Medium
Border Collie
Adult 30–55 lb · 14–25 kg
Medium
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Adult 24–38 lb · 11–17 kg
Small
Pug
Adult 14–18 lb · 6–8 kg
Toy
Chihuahua
Adult 3–6 lb · 1.5–3 kg
Small
Shih Tzu
Adult 9–16 lb · 4–7 kg
Large
Labradoodle
Adult 50–65 lb · 23–29 kg
Medium
Siberian Husky
Adult 35–60 lb · 16–27 kg
Medium
Beagle
Adult 20–30 lb · 9–14 kg
Large
Boxer
Adult 55–70 lb · 25–32 kg
Giant
Great Dane
Adult 110–175 lb · 50–80 kg
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Frequently asked questions
What do the puppy breed guides include?
Each guide lists the typical adult weight, the crate size to buy, energy level and grooming needs, plus first-year tips, feeding notes, health topics to discuss with your vet and the checklists that matter most for that breed.
Can I use the guides for a mixed-breed puppy?
Yes. Pick the breed that looks closest, or choose by size group. Mixed breeds vary, so ask your vet to confirm the expected adult size and care needs.
How accurate are the adult weights and crate sizes?
They are typical ranges, not promises. Individual dogs vary, so use them to plan purchases and check your puppy’s growth with your vet.
My breed is not listed. What should I do?
Use the size groups on the tools pages, or send us a message with your breed and we will add a guide for it.
Are the breed guides free?
Yes. Every guide, checklist and tool is free to use and print, with no sign-up.
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