Body Condition Score Calculator

Dog Body Condition Score Calculator

Estimate your dog’s body condition score using common visual and hands-on signs. This uses the 1–9 body condition scale, where 4–5 is usually considered ideal.

How easy is it to feel your dog’s ribs?

When viewed from above, what does your dog’s waist look like?

When viewed from the side, how does the belly look?

How much fat can you feel around the back, hips, or base of the tail?

Estimated Body Condition Score

Body Condition Score Guide:

1–3: Underweight
4–5: Ideal range
6–7: Overweight
8–9: Obese

This calculator is an estimate only and should not replace veterinary advice. If your dog is rapidly gaining or losing weight, has appetite changes, or has a medical condition, contact your veterinarian.