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- Origin: France
The Beauceron is a large, powerful French herding dog with a short black-and-tan coat and distinctive double dewclaws on its hind legs. The AKC breed standard sets males at 25½–27½ in and females at 24–26½ in, and Purina lists weights of 65–110 lb. As a large breed on our scale, the Beauceron usually reaches adult weight at around 15–18 months. This page includes a Beauceron growth chart by age, a size calculator preset for the breed, and sourced guidance on lifespan, health, exercise and feeding.
How big do Beaucerons get?
According to the AKC standard (height) and Purina (weight), adult Beaucerons weigh 65–110 lb (29.5–49.9 kg). Males stand 25.5–27.5 in (65–70 cm) at the shoulder and females 24–26.5 in (61–67 cm). That makes the Beauceron a Large breed on our size scale.| Beauceron | Weight | Height |
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The AKC standard sets heights but no weight; males are usually heavier than females.
Many healthy pets fall outside the show standard, especially from working or pet lines. Use body condition, not the scale alone, to judge a healthy weight.
Beauceron growth chart: weight by age
| Age | Typical weight |
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| 8 weeks | 17 lb7.5 kg |
| 3 months | 29 lb13.1 kg |
| 4 months | 39 lb17.8 kg |
| 6 months | 54 lb24.6 kg |
| 9 months | 70 lb31.6 kg |
| 12 months | 79 lb35.9 kg |
| Adult (15–18 months) | 88 lb39.7 kg |
When is a Beauceron full grown?
Large breeds like the Beauceron reach their adult weight at about 15–18 months. Most of the growth happens early: by 6 months a typical Beauceron is around 54 lb, after which weight gain slows down as the dog fills out.How we calculate this: each figure is the midpoint of the breed’s adult weight range multiplied by the share of adult weight a large-size puppy typically reaches at that age (WALTHAM growth standards, Salt et al., 2017). It is the same model used by our Dog Size Calculator.
Beauceron puppy size calculator
Enter your puppy’s current age and weight to estimate how big your Beauceron will be as an adult. The calculator is preset for the breed.Dog Size Calculator
Predict how big your puppy will get — estimated adult weight from its current age and weight.
Best from ~8 weeks on; very young pups are less predictable.
Weigh on a flat scale, ideally before a meal.
Not sure? Use the size of the parents, or the larger parent for a mixed breed.
Males often finish a little heavier than females.
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Dog breed weight chart (lb & kg) by size
| Size | Adult weight | Full-grown | Example breeds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toy | 2–12 lb / 1–5.5 kg | ~8–10 mo | Chihuahua, Maltese, Toy Poodle, Pomeranian, Yorkie |
| Small | 12–25 lb / 5.5–11 kg | ~10–12 mo | Shih Tzu, French Bulldog, Mini Schnauzer, Mini Aussiedoodle |
| Medium | 25–50 lb / 11–23 kg | ~12–14 mo | Beagle, Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel, Std. Aussiedoodle* |
| Large | 50–100 lb / 23–45 kg | ~15–18 mo | Labrador, Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Boxer |
| Giant | 100 lb+ / 45 kg+ | ~18–24 mo | Great Dane, Mastiff, St Bernard, Newfoundland |
*Standard Aussiedoodles span medium–large (≈40–70 lb / 18–32 kg); Mini Aussiedoodles are small (≈15–35 lb / 7–16 kg).
How it works: puppies of a given size reach a predictable share of their adult weight at each age. The tool divides your puppy's current weight by that share to estimate the adult figure, shown as a range.
Disclaimer: estimates for planning only — not veterinary advice. Growth varies with genetics, sex, nutrition and neuter status, especially for mixed and giant breeds. Keep records and consult your vet.
Sources: Salt et al., PLOS ONE 2017 (WALTHAM growth standards) · AKC — when puppies finish growing
Beauceron temperament and personality
Beaucerons are intelligent, confident and loyal, with a strong protective instinct. They bond closely with their family and are wary of strangers. They are capable working dogs that need firm, consistent and positive training, plenty of exercise and a job to do. They mature slowly, both mentally and physically.-
Energy level4/5
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Trainability4/5
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Good with children3/5
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Shedding3/5
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Barking3/5
Ratings are BarnCalc’s own 1–5 scale, based on the breed standard and the sources cited below. Individual dogs vary.
History and origin
The Beauceron comes from the plains of northern France around the region of La Beauce, where it herded and guarded large flocks of sheep. It was formally described as a distinct breed in the late 1800s, and the French army used Beaucerons as messenger and sentry dogs in both World Wars. The AKC recognized the Beauceron in 2007.Beauceron lifespan and health
Most Beaucerons live 10–12 years. Want to know how old that is in human terms? Try our dog years calculator, or estimate an individual dog’s outlook with the dog life expectancy calculator.Health conditions documented in the breed
- Hip and elbow dysplasia
- Bloat (gastric dilatation-volvulus)
- Heart disease
- Copper-associated liver disease
- Eye disease
Health tests to ask a breeder for
The breed’s parent club recommends these screenings for breeding dogs (ask to see the results for both parents):- Hip evaluation
- Cardiac exam
- Eye exam by a board-certified ophthalmologist
This is general information, not veterinary advice. Talk to your vet about your own dog.
Exercise and grooming
| Exercise | 1–2 hours of exercise and training a day; happiest with a job to do |
| Grooming | Brush weekly, more often during seasonal shedding |
| Coat | Short, coarse, dense outer coat over a woolly undercoat, with a short fringe on the tail and thighs |
| Low shedding | No – moderate shedder |
| Apartment living | Not ideal |
How much should a Beauceron eat?
A healthy, neutered adult Beauceron weighing 65–110 lb needs roughly 1,420–2,100 kcal a day. With a typical dry food of about 375 kcal per cup, that is about 3.8–5.6 cups a day, split into two meals. Active or intact dogs need more, while older or less active dogs need less. Always check the feeding guide on your food’s label.Breeding and pregnancy
Like all dogs, a pregnant Beauceron carries her puppies for about 63 days from ovulation. Most females come into heat about every 6–12 months.Is a Beauceron right for you?
A great fit for
Experienced owners, active households, and people interested in herding, obedience or protection sports.Think twice if
First-time owners, apartments, or people who cannot provide daily exercise and training.Beauceron FAQ
When is a Beauceron full grown?
How big will my Beauceron puppy get?
How much should a 6-month-old Beauceron weigh?
How long do Beaucerons live?
Why do Beaucerons have double dewclaws?
Is a Beauceron a good family dog?
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Sources
- AKC official breed standard
- FCI breed standard
- Hill's Pet Nutrition breed profile
- AKC: breed club recommended health tests
- Salt C. et al. (2017), growth standard charts for monitoring bodyweight in dogs of different sizes, PLOS ONE
Main photo: KekeK9, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Reviewed by grupo barncalc.com on November 10, 2026. Estimates are for planning only and are not veterinary advice.