The Rottweiler is a large, powerful breed with males typically weighing 95 to 135 pounds and standing 24 to 27 inches at the shoulder. Females are noticeably smaller at 80 to 100 pounds and 22 to 25 inches tall. Rottweilers are one of the heavier large breeds, with a dense, muscular build that requires careful growth management to protect their developing skeleton.
The Rottweiler is a large, powerful breed with males typically weighing 95 to 135 pounds and standing 24 to 27 inches at the shoulder. Females are noticeably smaller at 80 to 100 pounds and 22 to 25 inches tall. Rottweilers are one of the heavier large breeds, with a dense, muscular build that requires careful growth management to protect their developing skeleton.
Rottweiler puppies grow rapidly and have an extended maturation period compared to many other breeds. Most reach their adult height by 12 to 14 months but continue adding significant weight and muscle until 16 to 18 months, with some large males not fully mature until 2 years. Because of their heavy build and susceptibility to hip and elbow dysplasia, feeding a large-breed specific puppy food with controlled growth rates is essential. Overfeeding during growth significantly increases the risk of developmental orthopedic diseases that can cause lifelong mobility problems.
| Age | % of Adult Weight | Male (est.) | Female (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 month | 8% | 8-11 lbs | 6-8 lbs |
| 2 months | 15% | 14-20 lbs | 12-15 lbs |
| 3 months | 23% | 22-31 lbs | 18-23 lbs |
| 4 months | 32% | 30-43 lbs | 26-32 lbs |
| 5 months | 41% | 39-55 lbs | 33-41 lbs |
| 6 months | 50% | 48-68 lbs | 40-50 lbs |
| 8 months | 65% | 62-88 lbs | 52-65 lbs |
| 10 months | 78% | 74-105 lbs | 62-78 lbs |
| 12 months | 87% | 83-117 lbs | 70-87 lbs |
| 18 months (full grown) | 100% | 95-135 lbs | 80-100 lbs |
Visual breakdown of how your Rottweiler grows toward their full adult weight at each milestone.