Why isn't my 3-year-old dog growing? When do dogs stop growing?

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How do you know when your dog fully stops growing. My dog, Princess is 3 and she still won’t grow! Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | 4 years and 8 months old | 10 lbs

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

Their height is usually complete between 9-12 months with the exception of giant breeds which go out a little longer. From there they can fill out and get broader across the chest until 18-24 months depending on breed and sex. At 4 years old they are done growing unless they get over weight

Why isn't my 3-year-old dog growing? When do dogs stop growing?

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