When Does a Sheepadoodle Stop Growing

Different Sheepadoodle Sizes

The estimated age at which a Sheepadoodle is said to stop growing is different in all the size variations. And these sizes depend on factors such as:

• Parent

Sheepadoodle is a hybrid between Poodle and the Old English Sheepdog. The size greatly varies depending on the parent breed. We know that there are three distinct poodle sizes – Toy, Miniature, and Standard. This is directly responsible for the size variation in Sheepadoodles, giving us the Toy, Medium, and Standard Sheepadoodles, respectively.

• Gender

Like all dogs, the size of Sheepadoodles also depends on the gender of the dog, with the males usually being taller and heavier than the female.

• Generation

We also have the F1, F1B, F2, and F2B Sheepadoodle types. In simple words, it refers to the generation of Sheepadoodles, with F1 being the direct cross between the Poodle and the OES, giving us the first generation Sheepadoodle. The F1B is the second generation. The size of the Sheepadoodle will vary on how the breeder crosses each generation.

Height and Weight of Sheepadoodles

How tall and how heavy a Sheepadoodle will get depends upon the size variation and heritage of the dog.

• The Giant Sheepadoodles

They are the cross between a large Old English Sheepdog and a large standard poodle. They are bred to be very large. And who wouldn’t want that extra-large teddy bear?

The giant Sheepadoodle is said to be fully matured once it stands around 27 inches tall and weighs about 80 to 100 pounds.

• The Standard Sheepadoodles

Standard Sheepadoodles are the cross between the Old English dog with a Standard Poodle.

The Standard Sheepadoodles stand around 22 to 27 inches tall and weighs about 60 to 80 pounds upon full maturity.

• The Miniature Sheepadoodles

The cross between the Old English Sheepdog and the Miniature Poodle gives us our Miniature Sheepadoodles.

These Miniature Sheepadoodles will reach around 15 – 22 inches tall and 25 – 60 pounds heavy.

• The Toy Sheepadoodles

Toy Sheepadoodles are the mix between the Old English Sheepdogs and our favorite, the toy poodle.

The Toy Sheepadoodles stand only about 15 inches or even shorter and weigh around 10 to 25 pounds.

The Micro Mini Sheepadoodles

There are some breeders who go a step further to give us a Sheepadoodle smaller than the toy size. They do so by crossing a toy Sheepadoodle with a toy poodle.

The Micro Mini Sheepadoodle only stands 4 to 6 inches tall and weighs less than 10 pounds resulting in the smallest and most costly Sheepadoodle variation.

When Does a Sheepadoodle Stop Growing?

Since we know the differences in the variation of the Sheepadoodle and the factors affecting their size. It is now easier for us to estimate the correct age at which the Sheepadoodle attains its full maturity and stops growing.

Since their size directly affects their maturity, all these variations of Sheepadoodles attain full growth at different rates. The smaller Sheepadoodle reaches full maturity faster than the larger dog.

• Toy Sheepadoodle

The Toy Sheepadoodle attains half its adult weight and height by 3.5 and 5 months. They will have their full maturity by 9 to 11 months, after which they will stop growing further.

• Miniature Sheepadoodle

The Miniature Sheepadoodle also attains half of its adult weight by 3.5 and 5 months. By the time they hit the 11 to 13 months mark, they will have attained full maturity and stop growing.

• Standard Sheepadoodle

The Standard Sheepadoodle, in general, attains half its maturity around 5 to 6 months. They will stop growing once they hit their full maturity between a year and a year and a half.

• Giant Sheepadoodle

The giant Sheepadoodles are somehow similar to the standard Sheepadoodle in terms of maturity. They reach half their adult size by 5 to 6 months, and they, too, attain full maturity between 12 and 16 months and will further stop growing.

When Is Your Sheepadoodle Considered to Be Fully Matured?

All the little thing your little puppy does is endearing, however, it is a given fact that it will not last. They will keep growing till it reaches full maturity.

When your Sheepadoodle turns a year old, you will notice many changes in its behavior. Gone are all the minor puppy accidents, chewing everything in the house, and clumsiness. Sexual maturity will also already take place.

By the onset of the second year, your Sheepadoodle will be fully matured, physically and mentally.

Conclusion

Now that you have reached the end of the article, we hope that you have an approximate idea about the age at which your Sheepadoodle will stop growing. Knowing the variation of the Sheepadoodle you have adopted is as important as knowing the weight and height of your pet to estimate its maturity age.

You can get your pet’s physical measurements from your local pet clinic or simply from your house. Tally those data with the data we have provided and it will give you an idea of when your Sheepadoodle will stop growing further.

However, it is important to note that the information provided above is applicable only if your dog is considered to be in good health. This is because the weight and height and ultimately the overall growth will be hindered if your Sheepadoodle is not of ideal health. So make sure that your companion is sound both mentally and physically.