Foundation Stock Service

Broholmer

Broholmer is a giant dog in the Foundation Stock Service. Adult weight is 90–150 lb, height is 27.5–29.5 in, and the listed lifespan is 8–10 years. AKC describes the temperament as Friendly, Loving, Watchful.

Last reviewed November 1, 2026.

Broholmer dog
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Lifespan8–10 years
Weight90–150 lb
SizeGiant
GroupFoundation Stock Service

Height

27.5–29.5 in

Energy

2 / 5

Shedding

3 / 5

Grooming

1 / 5

Trainability

3 / 5

Good with kids

3 / 5

The breed record

Across 36 single-size giant breeds, a lifespan midpoint of 9 years is about 1.2 years shorter than the 10.2-year average. A midpoint adult weight of 120 lb is about 4 lb heavier than the 116 lb average for those giant breeds.

The listed origin is Denmark. The coat is described as smooth, short. The AKC energy score is 2 out of 5, 1.6 points below the group average of 3.6 for the Foundation Stock Service. Shedding scores 3 out of 5. Grooming scores 1 out of 5, so home brushing covers most weeks. Trainability scores 3 out of 5. Good with children scores 3 out of 5. Good with other dogs scores 3 out of 5.

Adult size is usually reached in up to 24 months (size-band statement (Salt et al. 2017): larger breeds require up to 24 months).

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The verified adult weight for a Broholmer is 90–150 lb.

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