The following is a reference chart that lists dog breeds by size (in descending order). You may find this information handy if you’re interested in adopting a dog, but discover that your living space or lifestyle restricts the size of the type of dog you may own. We’ve organized these dogs according to the assumption that small weigh between 15 - 25 lbs, medium dogs weigh between 25 - 50 lbs, and large dogs weigh over 50 lbs. Size categories from other references and your vet may differ from what we offer below.  read more »

In many cases, size is one of the first things people consider when thinking about buying or adopting a dog. In some case, it will even trump preferences for a particular breed. It’s interesting to note that just like there are advantages, disadvantages, and precautions within various breeds, there are also advantages, disadvantages, and precautions within different sized dogs. Here’s what to expect if you choose a dog by size.  read more »