When you bring a Husky puppy home, you may begin to wonder if they’ll ever stop growing. With how tall this breed can be it can seem like they grow and grow with no end, and as if they grow a foot overnight!
So how big does a Husky get?
In this article, we’ll discuss the details of the Huskies growing process, and at what age Huskies stop growing.
What is the Growing Process of a Husky Puppy?
A Husky puppy’s growth itself takes place in the bones within the cartilaginous areas referred to as the growth plates. The growth plates are located at each end of the bone and contain tissue that will act to extend the bone as the puppy grows.
The tissue in this region is flexible during this time and will begin to calcify and harden once the dog reaches its adult stage. This maturity period will generally last for the first 1.5-2 years of their life and stop completely at a maximum of 3 years.
This process of bone development in young dogs is why it’s so important to prevent puppies from activities that can possibly injure their growth plates. Since the growth plates are more fragile, any jumping or vigorous activity can lead to complications that can threaten the growing process in Huskies.
How Big Do Huskies Get?
The Husky is considered a medium-sized dog, but some are known to get quite tall once they reach their adult stage. Since the size of a Husky can vary, we’ll cover the size averages and ways you can better understand how large your Husky will be.
How Big Does a Female Husky Get?
An adult female Husky will generally weigh anywhere from 35-50lbs and can reach up to 22 inches in height.
How Big Do Male Huskies Get?
An adult male Husky will generally weigh anywhere from 45-60lbs and can reach up to 24 inches in height.
Since the size of a Husky can vary, the most accurate way to know the possible adult size of your Husky pup will be to take a close look at the parents. By averaging the weight of your Husky puppy’s parents, you can come to an average weight range that you can expect for their future.
If you do not have access to their genetic history, you can always make an educated guess by doubling the weight of your Husky puppy once they are four months old. Many believe that by doubling their weight at this point, you can have a general idea of how large they will be as an adult.
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When Do Huskies Stop Growing?
Since the standard Husky can be so tall, they have a lot more growing to do in such a short time period. Because of this, you may see changes in their weight and height as each week passes.
Since the majority of their growth is during the first year of their life, you will see a drastic change in their physical appearance during this time.
In general, the growing process in a Husky slows down significantly at the 1 year age mark and stops completely by 2 years of age.
Though they stop growing in height, they will often continue to fill out until they are 3 years old.
What Factors Affect a Husky’s Weight and Height?
The growing process in a dog takes place over such a short time period, that any major change in overall health or serious injuries can have an impact on their growing process. Some common factors that can affect a Huskies growth include:
Nutrition
While a Husky puppy is growing, they require a larger amount of calories, vitamins, and minerals to carry out the daily processes of a developing puppy. If a puppy does not receive the adequate nutrition they need, it can impair their growing process and lead to weakness in the bones themselves.
Injury
Since the growth plate plays such a significant role in their growing process, any injury to the plate can result in stunted growth of the bone or complications that can later arise in the bone itself.
Because of this possibility, it’s best to avoid jumping from high places, vigorous activity, or any other behavior that could result in injury to the growth plate.
Genetics
While breed averages can help you guess your Husky puppy’s ultimate weight, it will all come down to their genetics. Their size as an adult will vary depending on each dog and how large their parents were in adulthood.
Spay/Neuter
Spay and Neuter have been a topic of debate in the world of animal health. While some believe that spay/neuter at a young age can result in stunted growth, it’s actually not true at all.
Recent studies show that desexing a dog at a younger age will actually extend the growth period within the growth plates, meaning that your Husky pup can grow to be taller than the average unaltered Husky.
Ways To Ensure A Healthy Growing Period For Your Husky
In order to keep your Husky on the right track while they grow, there are a few tips to guide them in the direction for a healthy future. Some ways to ensure a healthy growing period include:
1. Adequate nutrition
Always make sure to offer your growing Husky a diet made specifically for puppies in order to make sure they are getting every vitamin and mineral they require for healthy growth. Failing to feed them a puppy diet can result in complications as they grow, and leaves them more susceptible to injury.
2. Prevent injury
Since the growth plates are so important, it’s essential to protect your puppy from injury as often as you can. Try your best to prevent them from jumping off furniture, make sure they are not involved in vigorous physical training during this period, and make sure they are resting adequately each day.
3. Vaccinate
Any major medical complication during puppyhood can result in possible difficulties as they age. By vaccinating your Husky puppy you can help protect your pup against infectious disease, and help them have a healthy and happy “childhood.”
Summary
Overall, it’s best to assume that your Husky will range anywhere from 35-60 lbs, and can be quite tall once they finally reach their adult years. While their size and appearance can vary, there’s no doubt that you will find a forever friend when you welcome a Husky pup into your life.
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A big-dog lover, successful marketing executive, and website developer, Brian founded Canine Weekly in 2016. Brian lives just outside of Seattle with his wife and child. Brian grew up with labs and the family is eager to get another Labrador once their newborn is a little older. Brian is the former owner of Canine Weekly.