How tall is a German Hunt Terrier?

An adult German Hunt Terrier stands about 15 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a German Hunt Terrier considered a small dog?

Yes — at 15" / 22 lb, the German Hunt Terrier falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #160 tallest.

How does a German Hunt Terrier compare to a person?

At 15" tall, a German Hunt Terrier stands about 23% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

German Hunt Terrier Size Compared to a Person

A German Hunt Terrier stands 15″ at the shoulder and weighs about 22 lb — that puts it at 23% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #160 by shoulder height and falls into the small-breed size class (Small breeds, 11–15").

German Hunt Terrier next to a person at scale — 15-inch shoulder height, 22 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — German Hunt Terrier at 15″ / 22 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a German Hunt Terrier compares

	German Hunt Terrier	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	15″	64″	-49″
Weight	22 lb	135 lb	-113 lb

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About the German Hunt Terrier

The German Hunt Terrier, known in its homeland as the Jagdterrier, is a tough, compact working terrier bred for versatility and fearlessness in the field. Developed in Germany in the early 20th century, this breed was created to be the ultimate hunting dog — equally capable above and below ground, in water and on land. Jagdterriers are relentless, courageous, and possess a prey drive that is unmatched among terrier breeds.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Small size class with shoulder height closest to the German Hunt Terrier.

Alaskan Klee Kai — 15″ / 18 lb (same height)
American Cocker Spaniel — 15″ / 28 lb (same height)
Bulldog — 15″ / 50 lb (same height)
Cocker Spaniel — 15″ / 28 lb (same height)
Lakeland Terrier — 15″ / 17 lb (same height)
Poodle — 15″ / 65 lb (same height)
Shetland Sheepdog — 15″ / 20 lb (same height)
Smooth Fox Terrier — 15″ / 18 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a German Hunt Terrier?: An adult German Hunt Terrier stands about 15 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a German Hunt Terrier considered a small dog?: Yes — at 15" / 22 lb, the German Hunt Terrier falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #160 tallest.
How does a German Hunt Terrier compare to a person?: At 15" tall, a German Hunt Terrier stands about 23% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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