How Big Do Pitbulls Get?

By Rena Sherwood

Instructions

Average

Step 1:
According to "ASPCA Complete Guide to Dogs," the average size for a pit bull is 18 to 22 inches from the ground to the highest point of the dog's shoulder.

Weight

Step 1:
The average weight is 50 to 70 pounds, with the males usually weighing more than the females because they have more muscle.

Variances

Step 1:
Because of the variety of breeds that can produce a pit bull-type dog, weights can range from as little as 22 pounds up to 110 pounds.

Other Names

Step 1:
The American Kennel Club does not recognize the APBT as a breed, but will call it the American Staffordshire terrier. These dogs range from 17 to 19 inches tall and average 50 to 65 pounds.

Puppies

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Newborn pit bull puppies average four pounds at birth, but often weigh less, especially if the litter is large.

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