Dutch Shepherd Forum

Hello everyone, I am new to this forum. I just brought home my Dutch shepherd puppy about 2 months ago. His dad is Timo, a much larger than average Dutch shepherd. Right now Jax is 7 months old. He weighs 58 lbs. his size isn't super important to me. Everyone seems to think he's big for his age the way it is. I really just wanna know how large everyone thinks he may get. I am used to the English mastiff breed and their growth patterns, and I don't have a clue as to how Dutchies grow. Any input is greatly appreciated. If I can figure out how to post pictures then I will. & If I don't figure it out you can check out his pictures on instagram @That_boxed_dude.

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Damn! 58lbs @7 months! My Shiloh was around the same at that point and she's about 100 lbs.

That's what I like to hear! I was just informed that his dad, Timo, weighs 110. Or around that.

Anyone else have input??

I believe there's a lot of discussion on this forum surrounding weight a search for that term brings back over 570 posts.

I've always concerned myself mostly with making sure my dogs are not overweight which causes the same issues as in humans - joint problems, heart problems, etc.

I know having a big powerful dog is desirable, but I am wondering if we as owners make too much of this.

I am not sure I would call my Radar big at 65lbs, but he is intimidating as heck.

Jax has practically no fat on him whatsoever, but like I said, )8: dad was Timo, a really well know male. He weighs about 110 & is as good looking as they come.

His** I don't know why it said ")8:" lol

congrats on your pup, hope he's doing great! Timo is from vandalia, yeah? I was in touch with Betsy when i was looking for a pup and i know she had some timo litters upcoming, but decided to go with Asheley and josh @ Vrijheid.
My pup, FURY(Vrijheids Hector X Kosmic V LeDobry) is just over 7mo as well dob:4/23/17 and he's a big boy! I think he is/has been the biggest pup in the litter of 11(8M3F) from the start. He weighed in at 59# yesterday. so sounds like Jax and Fury are similar in size. similar to you, people say Fury is big boy for his age as well....

I don't know what happened to my post but it disappeared. I will try again.

My Timo son is about 75 to 80 pounds and about 26 inches tall. He actually put on about 5 pounds since he was nearing his 3rd birthday. He isn't fat anywhere. I can feel his ribs when I run my hand down his sides. Even if he gained another 5 to 10 pounds I don't think he would be fat.

He is a good size. I hope he doesn't get bigger since he likes to sit on my lap. Lol

karenz wrote:I don't know what happened to my post but it disappeared. I will try again.

My Timo son is about 75 to 80 pounds and about 26 inches tall. He actually put on about 5 pounds since he was nearing his 3rd birthday. He isn't fat anywhere. I can feel his ribs when I run my hand down his sides. Even if he gained another 5 to 10 pounds I don't think he would be fat.

He is a good size. I hope he doesn't get bigger since he likes to sit on my lap. Lol

I heard from the lady who was the breeder that Jax was the smallest of his litter. His siblings Already weigh 65lbs.

I was hoping for a dog in that weight range. I have to admit though, it's pretty nice having a little couch size dog.
I should look at En's pedigree. She's from Vandalia, too. I don't remember if Timo is in her bloodline.

Lexi is about 65 at two years. She never would want to climb in my lap until we got a pup and I snuggle with the pup in my lap. Pup is now 50 and I still pull her up on my lap. Now Lexi just thinks it is the thing to do. I'm not sure the chair could hold me and a 100 pound dog. I love big dogs and have had a couple over 100 but the older I get... 65 is plenty big for me

Jlobes wrote:congrats on your pup, hope he's doing great! Timo is from vandalia, yeah? I was in touch with Betsy when i was looking for a pup and i know she had some timo litters upcoming, but decided to go with Asheley and josh @ Vrijheid.
My pup, FURY(Vrijheids Hector X Kosmic V LeDobry) is just over 7mo as well dob:4/23/17 and he's a big boy! I think he is/has been the biggest pup in the litter of 11(8M3F) from the start. He weighed in at 59# yesterday. so sounds like Jax and Fury are similar in size. similar to you, people say Fury is big boy for his age as well....

Yeah Timo is from vandalia! Do you have an instagram account? You could see Jax on there. It'd give you an idea of what he'd look like

Nevermind, I misread the post. I thought you were still looking for a Timo pup. Lol

Having weight can be good and bad. I suppose it depends on the purpose of the dog. Some dogs are 100 pounds and are fat, slow and have little stamina.