Growth & Weight Guide

Colorpoint Shorthair Growth Chart — Weight by Age & Size Guide

Updated August 202610 min readVet-reviewed sources

How much should your Colorpoint Shorthair weigh at each age? When do they stop growing? This guide covers month-by-month weight ranges for both male and female Colorpoint Shorthairs, growth milestones, when growth plates close (and why that matters for exercise), feeding guidelines by stage, and the warning signs that something might be off — all backed by veterinary research including population-level data from over 6 million dogs.

Adult Weight♂ 5-10 lbs (2-5 kg)
♀ 4-8 lbs (2-4 kg)

Adult Height♂ 7-10 in
♀ 6-8 in

Full GrownHeight: 8-10 months
Weight: 10-12 months

Size Categorysmall
12-18 years

Colorpoint Shorthair Weight Chart by Age

Weight ranges shown are for healthy Colorpoint Shorthairs at ideal body condition. Your cat should fall within these ranges — being slightly below the range is better than above for long-term joint health.

♂ Male Colorpoint Shorthair Weight

Age	Weight (lbs)	Weight (kg)	Notes
Birth	2-3 oz	0.0-0.1	Born blind and deaf
1 month	6-13 oz	0.2-0.4
2 months	1-1.8	0.4-0.8	Typical adoption age
3 months	1.6-3.2	0.7-1.5
4 months	2.4-4.8	1.1-2.2
5 months	3.1-6.2	1.4-2.8
6 months	3.8-7.5	1.7-3.4
8 months	4.4-8.8	2.0-4.0
10 months	4.8-9.5	2.2-4.3
12 months	5.0-10.0	2.3-4.5	Fully mature

♀ Female Colorpoint Shorthair Weight

Age	Weight (lbs)	Weight (kg)	Notes
Birth	2-3 oz	0.0-0.1	Born blind and deaf
1 month	5-10 oz	0.1-0.3
2 months	1-1.4	0.3-0.6	Typical adoption age
3 months	1.3-2.6	0.6-1.2
4 months	1.9-3.8	0.9-1.7
5 months	2.5-5.0	1.1-2.3
6 months	3.0-6.0	1.4-2.7
8 months	3.5-7.0	1.6-3.2
10 months	3.8-7.6	1.7-3.4
12 months	4.0-8.0	1.8-3.6	Fully mature

Colorpoint Shorthair Growth Milestones

7-14 days

Eyes open

Initially blue, adult color by 6-8 weeks

3-6 weeks

Baby teeth erupt

26 deciduous teeth

6-8 weeks

Fully weaned

Eating kitten food exclusively

3-4 months

Permanent teeth start

30 adult teeth by 6-7 months

5-9 months

Sexual maturity

Females can go into heat as early as 5 months

10-12 months

Growth plates close

Skeletal maturity

10-12 months

Full maturity

Final weight reached

Growth Concerns for Colorpoint Shorthairs

Obesity is the biggest risk

61% of cats are overweight (APOP 2022). Feed measured meals, monitor weight monthly.

Never free-feed after 6 months. Use the weight chart to track progress.

Feeding Guide by Growth Stage

Stage	Meals/Day	Food Type	Amount
8-12 weeks	4x	Kitten formula	Free-feed or 4 meals/day
3-6 months	3x	Kitten formula	Rapid growth — 3 meals/day
6-12 months	2x	Kitten formula	Measured meals to prevent obesity
12+ months	2x	Adult cat food	Transition over 7-10 days

See our full Colorpoint Shorthair Diet & Nutrition Guide for detailed caloric needs, macros, and breed-specific dietary risks.

Exercise Guide by Growth Stage

0-3 months

Free play with toys

Kittens are naturally active.

3-12 months

Active play 15-20 min 2-3x daily

Interactive toys, climbing, scratching posts.

12+ months

Daily enrichment

15-30 min active play daily.

When to Worry — Growth Red Flags

Not gaining weight for 2+ weeks

May indicate parasites or illness. Vet check needed.

Pot belly with thin body

Classic sign of intestinal parasites.

Not eating for 24+ hours

Cats can develop hepatic lipidosis from fasting. Vet visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Colorpoint Shorthairs reach full size by approximately 10-12 months. Males reach 5-10 lbs, females 4-8 lbs.

Males typically reach 5-10 lbs, females 4-8 lbs. Genetics, diet, and neuter status affect final size.

Compare to the chart above. Kittens should gain ~100g/week until 5-6 months. You should feel ribs with light pressure.

High-quality kitten formula. 3-4 meals/day until 6 months, then 2 measured meals. Switch to adult food when growth plateaus.

Early spay/neuter delays growth plate closure, resulting in slightly taller cats. But neutered cats have higher obesity risk.

Rib test: feel ribs without pressing hard. View from above: visible waist. 61% of cats are overweight.

When growth plateaus — around 10-12 months. Transition gradually over 7-10 days.

Sources

TICA/CFA Breed Standard — Colorpoint Shorthair — weight ranges (2024)

APOP — Pet Obesity Prevention — 61% of cats overweight (2022)

Merck Veterinary Manual — Feline growth and development (2023)

Growing Colorpoint Shorthairs face real health risks

Health conditions that develop during growth can be expensive to treat. Pet insurance covers hereditary and congenital conditions when diagnosed after enrollment.

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