Rottweiler Weight, Growth & Feeding Guide
Photo: Dr. Manfred Herrmann / Allgemeiner Deutscher Rottweiler-Klub (ADRK) e.V. · CC BY-SA 3.0 · via Wikimedia Commons
Rottweilers are a powerful working breed historically used to drive livestock and pull carts, today valued as loyal family and guard dogs when well socialized and trained.
| Size category | Giant |
|---|---|
| Typical adult weight | 80-135 lb |
| Time to reach adult weight | Rottweilers typically reach adult weight by 12-18 months, with continued filling out past that. |
How big will my Rottweiler puppy get?
As a large breed, Rottweilers typically reach adult weight by 12-18 months, with continued filling out past that.
Use the Puppy Weight Predictor below — it's pre-loaded with the Rottweiler's growth curve, so just enter your puppy's current weight and age.
Predict your Rottweiler's adult weight
Enter your puppy's current weight and age to get an estimate based on this breed's typical growth curve.
Open the Puppy Weight PredictorHow much does it cost to feed a Rottweiler?
Feeding cost scales with size and activity level. Use the calculator below — it's pre-loaded with this breed's typical adult weight so you can get a monthly estimate in a few seconds.
Estimate Rottweiler food costs
Pre-filled with this breed's typical adult weight — adjust activity level and food type to get your monthly estimate.
Open the Dog Food Cost CalculatorCommon health considerations
- Hip and elbow dysplasia are common; this is a breed where health-tested parents matter a lot.
- Osteosarcoma (bone cancer) occurs at a notably higher rate in Rottweilers than in most breeds.
- Bloat risk is elevated due to their deep chest.
This is general breed-level information, not a diagnosis or a prediction for any individual dog. Talk to your vet about health screening and preventive care specific to your dog.
Consider pet insurance while your puppy is young
Rottweilers are prone to some of the joint and health issues listed above. Insuring early, before any conditions appear on record, generally means broader coverage.
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