How long does a Wetterhoun live?

The listed lifespan for a Wetterhoun is 13 years.

How tall is a Wetterhoun?

The listed height for a Wetterhoun is 23 in (male), 21.5 in (female).

When is a Wetterhoun full grown?

The growth size band for a Wetterhoun is up to 24 months.

What is the temperament of a Wetterhoun?

AKC describes a Wetterhoun as Loyal, Intelligent, Good-natured.

Foundation Stock Service

Wetterhoun

Wetterhoun is a large dog in the Foundation Stock Service. Adult weight is 50–75 lb, height is 23 in (male), 21.5 in (female), and the listed lifespan is 13 years. AKC describes the temperament as Loyal, Intelligent, Good-natured.

Last reviewed November 1, 2026.

Wetterhoun dog — Photo: 23dingenvoormusea · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Lifespan13 years

Weight50–75 lb

SizeLarge

GroupFoundation Stock Service

Height

23 in (male), 21.5 in (female)

The breed record

Across 119 single-size large breeds, a lifespan midpoint of 13 years is about 0.4 years longer than the 12.6-year average. A midpoint adult weight of 62.5 lb is about 3.3 lb heavier than the 59.2 lb average for those large breeds.

The listed origin is Netherlands. The coat is described as curly, medium.

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

Frequently asked

Questions from the breed record

The verified adult weight for a Wetterhoun is 50–75 lb.

Sources

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