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Healthy Weight
Ideal weight ranges and body condition for dogs and cats.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Himalayan Ideal Weight Guide
The ideal weight range for Himalayan cats, how their Persian-style cobby build affects body condition assessment, and how to recognize excess weight under that magnificent coat.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Manx Ideal Weight Guide
Learn the ideal weight range for Manx cats, how their compact cobby build affects body condition assessment, and how to tell if your Manx is carrying extra pounds.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Cornish Rex Ideal Weight Guide
The Cornish Rex's narrow, arched frame and minimal coat make body condition assessment distinctly different from most cats. This guide covers the ideal weight range in kg and lbs, how to score body condition on this slender breed, and how to spot both underweight and overweight signs.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Russian Blue Ideal Weight Guide
Russian Blues carry an elegant, lean silhouette that can make it harder to spot early weight gain. This guide covers the ideal weight range, how to body-condition score this breed's distinctive build, and how to tell when a Russian Blue is becoming overweight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Burmese Ideal Weight Guide
The Burmese's dense, compact build makes weight assessment uniquely tricky — a healthy Burmese often feels heavier than expected, while an overweight one can look deceptively normal. Learn the ideal range and how to assess body condition accurately.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Bengal Ideal Weight Guide
Bengals have a muscular, athletic build that can make body-condition assessment tricky. Learn the ideal weight range, how to score body condition on this breed, and how to tell if your Bengal is carrying too much or too little.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Birman Ideal Weight Guide
Birmans are medium-to-large cats with a wide healthy weight range. This guide explains ideal weights in kg and lbs, how to body-condition score this semi-longhaired breed, and how to spot if your Birman is carrying excess weight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Oriental Shorthair Ideal Weight Guide
Oriental Shorthairs are naturally svelte cats, and their slim build can make body condition scoring feel confusing. This guide explains healthy weight ranges, how to assess body condition on a lean build, and what to watch for.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Norwegian Forest Cat Ideal Weight Guide
Norwegian Forest Cats are one of the largest domestic cat breeds — here's how to understand their healthy weight range, assess body condition on their big-boned build, and recognise when they're carrying too much weight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Siamese Ideal Weight Guide
Siamese cats have a distinctive slim, tubular build — here's how to interpret their healthy weight range, read their body condition, and spot the difference between lean and underweight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Scottish Fold Ideal Weight Guide
Scottish Folds range from 2.7 to 6 kg (6–13.2 lb) at ideal weight. Their round, cobby build and thick coat make body condition scoring an essential tool — visual assessment alone is unreliable.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Exotic Shorthair Ideal Weight Guide
Exotic Shorthairs weigh between 3 and 6 kg (6.5–13 lb), but their thick, plush coat makes it easy to miss weight gain. Learn how to body-condition score this round-bodied breed accurately.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Devon Rex Ideal Weight Guide
Adult Devon Rex cats typically weigh between 2.7 and 4.5 kg (6–10 lb). Their slender, angular build can make weight assessment challenging — here's how to tell if your Devon Rex is at a healthy weight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Sphynx Ideal Weight Guide
Adult Sphynx cats typically weigh between 2.7 and 5.4 kg (6–12 lb), but their muscular, hairless build makes visual body condition assessment trickier than with coated breeds. Here's how to tell if your Sphynx is at a healthy weight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
American Shorthair Ideal Weight Guide
American Shorthairs are a medium-to-large, sturdy breed with a tendency toward obesity as they age. This guide covers their ideal weight range in kg and lbs, how to body-condition score a well-muscled cat, and the early signs of weight creep.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Abyssinian Ideal Weight Guide
Abyssinians are naturally lean and athletic cats, and knowing what a healthy weight looks like for this breed helps owners distinguish a fit physique from an underweight one. This guide covers ideal weight ranges, body condition scoring, and how to spot true overweight in this svelte breed.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
British Shorthair Ideal Weight Guide
The British Shorthair's cobby build and plush coat can make it genuinely difficult to tell if a cat is at a healthy weight. This guide explains the ideal weight range in kg and lbs, how to apply body condition scoring to this breed's unique build, and the signs of creeping obesity.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Ragdoll Ideal Weight Guide
Ragdolls are one of the heaviest domestic cat breeds, with healthy adults ranging from 4.5-9 kg (10-20 lb). This guide explains what a healthy weight looks like for the Ragdoll's unique large, semi-longhaired build and how to spot the early signs of obesity.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Maine Coon Ideal Weight Guide
Maine Coons are large cats — males can reach 8+ kg without being overweight. This guide explains the ideal weight range in kg and lbs, how to body-condition score this substantial, muscular breed, and signs that even a big Maine Coon is carrying too much.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Persian Cat Ideal Weight Guide
Persians have a sturdy, cobby build that can mask excess weight — learn the ideal weight range in kg and lbs, how to body-condition score this breed's unique frame, and the signs that your Persian may be carrying too much.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Chihuahua Ideal Weight Guide
Healthy Chihuahuas weigh 1.5–3 kg (3.3–6.6 lb), but their small size means even modest excess weight is significant. Learn how to assess body condition and identify healthy weight for this tiny breed.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Miniature American Shepherd Ideal Weight Guide
Healthy Mini American Shepherds weigh 9–18 kg (20–40 lb), but their athletic, muscular build means weight alone tells only part of the story. Learn how to assess body condition for this active herding breed.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Shetland Sheepdog Ideal Weight Guide
Shelties range from 13 to 26 lb (6–12 kg) at a healthy adult weight, but their dense double coat makes visual assessment tricky. Learn how to evaluate body condition for this herding breed.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
English Springer Spaniel Ideal Weight Guide
The English Springer Spaniel's ideal weight sits between 18 and 25 kg (40–55 lb), but this active, muscular breed is best assessed by body condition scoring rather than the scale alone.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Brittany Ideal Weight Guide
The Brittany's ideal adult weight sits between 13.6 and 20.4 kg (30–45 lb), but athletic build and lean muscle make body condition scoring more revealing than the scale alone.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Boston Terrier Ideal Weight Guide
The Boston Terrier's ideal weight ranges from 4.5 to 11.3 kg (10–25 lb) across the breed's three size classes. Learn how to assess body condition for this compact, cobby breed.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Havanese Ideal Weight Guide
The Havanese ideal weight range is 3.2–5.9 kg (7–13 lb). Learn how to assess body condition for this Toy-group breed and how to spot whether your Havanese is over or underweight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Pomeranian Ideal Weight Guide
A healthy adult Pomeranian weighs between 1.9 and 3.5 kg (4.2–7.7 lb), but the breed's thick double coat makes visual assessment unreliable. This guide covers ideal weight ranges, body condition scoring through the coat, and how to spot overweight in this tiny spitz breed.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Shih Tzu Ideal Weight Guide
A healthy adult Shih Tzu weighs between 4 and 7.5 kg (8.8–16.5 lb), but body shape varies enough that weight alone can mislead. This guide explains ideal weight ranges, how to body-condition score a Shih Tzu, and how to spot overweight in a heavily coated toy breed.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Bernese Mountain Dog Ideal Weight Guide
A healthy adult Bernese Mountain Dog weighs 32–52 kg (71–115 lb), but their thick tricolor coat makes visual weight assessment unreliable. Here's how to accurately gauge body condition in a Berner.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Cane Corso Ideal Weight Guide
A healthy adult Cane Corso weighs 40–50 kg (88–110 lb), but body condition — not the scale alone — is the real measure of healthy weight in this heavily muscled breed.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Siberian Husky Ideal Weight Guide
Siberian Huskies have a healthy adult weight range of 16–27 kg (35–60 lbs). Learn how to assess body condition on this athletic, double-coated breed and catch weight gain early.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Great Dane Ideal Weight Guide
Great Danes are the tallest dog breed, and their healthy weight range is enormous — 45 to 90 kg (99–198 lbs). Learn how to assess body condition on a deep-chested giant and spot the early signs of overweight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Miniature Schnauzer Ideal Weight Guide
The Miniature Schnauzer's healthy weight range is 5.4–9.1 kg (12–20 lb). Their sturdy, rectangular build requires hands-on body condition assessment — appearance alone can mislead. Here's how to keep your Schnauzer at the right weight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Boxer Ideal Weight Guide
Boxers carry significant muscle mass that can mask excess fat — knowing the healthy weight range and how to read a Boxer's body condition is the key to keeping this breed in top shape.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Doberman Pinscher Ideal Weight Guide
Dobermans should weigh between 27 and 45 kg (60–99 lbs) at a healthy adult weight. This guide covers how to assess body condition on the breed's lean, muscular build and identify weight problems despite their often naturally lean appearance.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Ideal Weight Guide
Cavaliers should weigh between 5.9 and 8.2 kg (13–18 lbs). This guide explains how to assess body condition in this toy breed's compact build and spot the signs of being overweight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Yorkshire Terrier Ideal Weight Guide
The Yorkshire Terrier's ideal weight is 2–3.2 kg (4.4–7 lb). This guide explains what healthy looks like on this tiny breed, how to body-condition score a Yorkie, and how to spot overweight in a dog with a long silky coat.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Australian Shepherd Ideal Weight Guide
Australian Shepherds have a wide healthy weight range of 16–32 kg (35–70 lb). This guide explains what that range means, how to body-condition score an Aussie's athletic build, and how to spot early weight gain.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Ideal Weight Guide
Corgis are deceptively easy to overfeed because their thick double coat and long body can hide extra weight. Learn the ideal weight range, how to body-condition score this unique build, and how to tell if your Corgi is overweight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
German Shorthaired Pointer Ideal Weight Guide
A healthy GSP is lean and muscular — not thin, not padded. Learn the ideal weight range, how to assess body condition on a deep-chested sporting breed, and what overweight looks like on this athletic dog.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Dachshund Ideal Weight Guide
A healthy standard Dachshund weighs 4–7 kg (9–15 lb). Given the breed's spinal vulnerability, staying within this range is a genuine medical priority. Here's how to assess body condition on a long-backed, short-legged build.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Beagle Ideal Weight Guide
A healthy adult Beagle weighs between 9 and 11 kg (20–24 lb). This guide explains what a healthy body condition looks like on a Beagle's compact, muscular build and how to tell if yours is carrying too much weight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Rottweiler Ideal Weight Guide
Rottweilers have a wide ideal weight range — 35–60 kg — reflecting genuine size variation across the breed. This guide explains how to assess body condition on a heavily muscled frame and recognise when a Rottweiler is carrying too much or too little weight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
English Bulldog Ideal Weight Guide
English Bulldogs carry a dense, low-slung build that makes it easy to underestimate excess body fat. This guide covers the breed's ideal weight range in kg and lbs, how to body-condition score a cobby physique, and early signs of weight gain.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Miniature Poodle Ideal Weight Guide
The Miniature Poodle's ideal weight is 6–8 kg (13–18 lb), but their curly coat can obscure body condition changes. Here's how to assess whether your Miniature Poodle is at a healthy weight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Standard Poodle Ideal Weight Guide
The Standard Poodle's ideal weight ranges from 20 to 32 kg (44–70 lb), but their deep-chested, athletic build means you need more than a scale to assess body condition accurately.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
French Bulldog Ideal Weight Guide
French Bulldogs have an ideal weight range of 8–14 kg (18–31 lb), but their dense, compact build makes visual assessment tricky. This guide explains how to tell if your Frenchie is at a healthy weight.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
German Shepherd Ideal Weight Guide
German Shepherds are athletic, muscular dogs with a wide ideal weight range of 22–40 kg (49–88 lb). This guide explains how to tell if your dog is at a healthy weight given the breed's distinctive build.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Golden Retriever Ideal Weight Guide
The ideal weight for a healthy adult Golden Retriever is 25–34 kg (55–75 lb), but the breed's athletic build and thick double coat can disguise weight gain. Here's how to accurately assess your Golden's body condition.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Labrador Retriever Ideal Weight Guide
The ideal weight for a healthy adult Labrador is 25–36 kg (55–79 lb), but breed build and individual variation mean that number alone isn't the full picture. Learn how to assess body condition on a Lab's athletic frame.
July 13, 2026 · 6 min read
Dog Weight Chart
Adult dog weight varies from under 2 kg to over 90 kg depending on breed. Here's a reference guide to healthy adult weight ranges by size category, and how to tell whether your dog's weight is appropriate for their specific build.
July 13, 2026 · 6 min read
Ideal Weight by Breed
A healthy weight for a Chihuahua and a healthy weight for a Saint Bernard have almost nothing in common. Here's why breed matters so much, and how to find the right reference range for your dog or cat.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
How to Measure Your Cat Correctly
Getting an accurate weight and doing a hands-on body condition check are the two most useful things you can do to monitor your cat's health at home. Here's exactly how to do both.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
How to Measure Your Dog Correctly
Accurate weight and body measurements are the foundation of every feeding and health calculation. Here's how to get a reliable number at home and do a hands-on body condition check.
July 13, 2026 · 6 min read
Healthy Weight for Cats
Most cats fall between 3.6 and 5.4 kg, but breed and frame size shift that range considerably. Here is how to combine a weight reference with hands-on checks to know if your cat is in a healthy zone.
July 13, 2026 · 6 min read
Healthy Weight for Dogs
What counts as a healthy weight varies enormously between dog breeds. Here's how to use breed-size ranges, visual checks, and hands-on assessment together to know whether your dog is in a good weight zone.
July 13, 2026 · 6 min read
Cat Weight Gain Guide
An underweight cat needs careful attention -- the first priority is understanding why, since the cause determines the solution. Here is how to help a thin cat gain weight safely.
July 13, 2026 · 6 min read
Dog Weight Gain Guide
Underweight dogs need more calories — but the first step is always understanding why they are underweight. Here is a practical guide to safe, gradual weight gain once medical causes have been addressed.
June 23, 2026 · 5 min read
Healthy Cat Weight Chart
Ideal cat weight varies a surprising amount by breed. Here is a general reference range and how to check whether your specific cat is in a healthy zone.