How much will my Pomsky puppy weigh?

Jan 9

The burning question on every new Pomsky owner’s mind, but there is no easy answer to this question! Pomskies are a mix of two very different size dogs, which makes it impossible to know which genes your puppy will take after most. In this article, we will explore some do’s and don’ts when trying to make an educated guess on a puppy’s adult weight.

Don’t stress: You should be in love with your puppy regardless of what size they grow up to be! Enjoy watching them grow and learn because they aren’t a puppy for very long.

Ask your breeder: A reputable breeder will be able to give you a weight range based on the weight of the parents, the puppy’s current growth rate, and past litters. Keep in mind this is only an estimate, genetics can sometimes surprise even the most seasoned Pomsky breeders!

Generation has NO connection to size: Many people believe that F1’s are larger and Pomskies get smaller in the higher generations (F2, F3, etc.). This is false. Size can vary in any generation and large variations can happen within the same litter too. The size of the parents is your best indicator when predicting size past the F1 generation.

Don’t ask your vet to chart weight: Consult them on EVERYTHING else, but most vets have never seen a Pomsky and won’t be able to accurately chart their weight. They also don’t have any background on the parents and linage, your breeder is your best resource.

Using a puppy weight calculator: We like www.PuppyWeights.com. Select ‘Siberian Husky’ as the breed from the drop-down menu and then enter the puppy’s current age and weight. You should assume your puppy could be 5-10 lbs more or less than the weight provided.

Rule of thumb: 3-4x’s their weight at 8-weeks and 2x’s their weight at 16-weeks will generally give you a good idea. But remember…every Pomsky is different and grows at different rates! Their growth slows considerably around the 7th month. By 7 months, they will be close to their final height and body length. Months 7-12, they will fill out into their adult weight. It’s important to keep them at an ideal weight once they stop growing to prevent weight related health problems.

Embark is not a tool to estimate weight: An Embark DNA test will give you tons of great information about your puppy, however, their weight estimates are not accurate. We find the majority of Pomskies are estimated larger by Embark than what they are.

To know what your Pomsky’s ideal adult weight is, click here.

Is your Pomsky overweight? Check this article that discusses how to tell if your Pomsky weighs more than they should. https://americanpomskykennelclub.org/knowledge-base/weight