Shetland withers height chart
See the withers height of the Shetland by age and compare the growth references. If you are wondering what adult height a female or male Shetland reaches, this page gives you concrete milestones.
Growth of the female Shetland
Depending on its build, a female Shetland should measure between 13.9 and 16.4 cm at 3 months.
At 6 months, a female Shetland measures on average between 22.4 cm for the smallest individuals and 27.1 cm for the largest.
How tall should a female Shetland be at 1 year? Between 31 and 38.1 cm.
A female Shetland finishes growing at 12 months .
Growth of the male Shetland
Depending on its build, a male Shetland should measure between 14.7 and 16.4 cm at 3 months.
At 6 months, a male Shetland measures on average between 23.8 cm for the smallest individuals and 27.1 cm for the largest.
How tall should a male Shetland be at 1 year? Between 32.9 and 38.1 cm.
A male Shetland finishes growing at 12 months .
How to measure a Shetland at the withers
- Stand your dog on level ground with its legs straight.
- Locate the withers : it is the highest point of the shoulders, at the base of the neck.
- Lay a straight object (a book or a rigid ruler) horizontally at the withers.
- Measure vertically from the ground to the underside of that object with a tape measure.
- Repeat two or three times and keep the average value to follow growth.
Going further
See also the weight chart of the Shetland to compare how height and weight change during growth.
Shetland height FAQ
What adult height for a female Shetland?
An adult female Shetland usually measures between 33 and 41 cm.
What adult height for a male Shetland?
An adult male Shetland usually measures between 35 and 41 cm.
What is the Shetland height curve during growth?
The Shetland height curve gives milestones at 3, 6 and 12 months, with separate references for females and males.