The Weimaraner, Germany's sleek and swift 'Gray Ghost,' is beloved by hunters and pet owners alike for their friendliness, obedience, and beauty. They enjoy exercise, along with lots of quality time with their humans.
Instantly recognized by a distinctive silvery-gray coat, a properly bred Weimaraner will be solid coloured, with maybe a small white spot on the chest. The face, with its amber or blue-gray eyes framed by long velvety ears, is amiable and intelligent. Overall, the breed presents a picture of streamlined grace and balance. A well-conditioned Weimaraner on point is a breathtaking sight.
Weimaraners are excellent with kids and yearn to be full-fledged family members. Easy grooming, trainability, a loving nature, and a can-do attitude make them excellent pets as long as owners are committed to keeping them physically active and mentally engaged.
Origin
This steel-grey sporting breed was developed in Germany at the court of the Grand Duke Karl August of Weimar as an all-purpose gun dog for the nobility. The breed was thought to have been perfected about 1810 and was carefully guarded by its developers, becoming a recognized breed in Germany in 1896. The following year, a club was formed to preserve and protect the breed from exploitation. Breeding was strictly controlled and only club members were allowed to own Weimaraners. The first specimens were brought to this continent by an American who was a member of the club and instrumental in forming a similar organization on this side of the Atlantic. Originally used to hunt big game, the Weimaraner is now used almost exclusively on small furred and feathered game.
Temperament
Friendly, fearless and obedient, this alert dog makes a loyal and protective family pet. He is easily trained and has a fine record as an obedience dog.
Activity Level
The Weimaraner demonstrates the ability to work hard in the field. He possesses stamina and driving power. He’s not happy when kennelled as he is accustomed to being a member of the family. The Weimaraner appreciates lots of outdoor exercise.
Coat
The Coat comes in two (2) varieties:
Short-hair variety: short, smooth and sleek coat.
Long-hair variety: top coat is flat and smooth or slightly wavy. Length on flanks 3-5 cm (1-2 in), slightly longer under neck and on forechest, belly, ears and tail. Moderate feathering on legs, chest and underside.
The smooth coat requires minimum grooming attention.
Colour
The colour ranges from mouse-grey to silver-grey. The breed’s haunting eyes may be light amber, grey or blue-grey.
Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.
HEIGHT: Male - 25-27 inches | Female - 23-25 inches
WEIGHT: Male - 70-90 pounds | Female - 55-75 pounds
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10-13 years
Instantly recognized by a distinctive silvery-gray coat, a properly bred Weimaraner will be solid coloured, with maybe a small white spot on the chest. The face, with its amber or blue-gray eyes framed by long velvety ears, is amiable and intelligent. Overall, the breed presents a picture of streamlined grace and balance. A well-conditioned Weimaraner on point is a breathtaking sight.
Weimaraners are excellent with kids and yearn to be full-fledged family members. Easy grooming, trainability, a loving nature, and a can-do attitude make them excellent pets as long as owners are committed to keeping them physically active and mentally engaged.
Origin
This steel-grey sporting breed was developed in Germany at the court of the Grand Duke Karl August of Weimar as an all-purpose gun dog for the nobility. The breed was thought to have been perfected about 1810 and was carefully guarded by its developers, becoming a recognized breed in Germany in 1896. The following year, a club was formed to preserve and protect the breed from exploitation. Breeding was strictly controlled and only club members were allowed to own Weimaraners. The first specimens were brought to this continent by an American who was a member of the club and instrumental in forming a similar organization on this side of the Atlantic. Originally used to hunt big game, the Weimaraner is now used almost exclusively on small furred and feathered game.
Temperament
Friendly, fearless and obedient, this alert dog makes a loyal and protective family pet. He is easily trained and has a fine record as an obedience dog.
Activity Level
The Weimaraner demonstrates the ability to work hard in the field. He possesses stamina and driving power. He’s not happy when kennelled as he is accustomed to being a member of the family. The Weimaraner appreciates lots of outdoor exercise.
Coat
The Coat comes in two (2) varieties:
Short-hair variety: short, smooth and sleek coat.
Long-hair variety: top coat is flat and smooth or slightly wavy. Length on flanks 3-5 cm (1-2 in), slightly longer under neck and on forechest, belly, ears and tail. Moderate feathering on legs, chest and underside.
The smooth coat requires minimum grooming attention.
Colour
The colour ranges from mouse-grey to silver-grey. The breed’s haunting eyes may be light amber, grey or blue-grey.
Average sizes and life expectancy of the breed.
HEIGHT: Male - 25-27 inches | Female - 23-25 inches
WEIGHT: Male - 70-90 pounds | Female - 55-75 pounds
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10-13 years
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