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Weimaraner Dogs

A large member of the Gundog Group of dogs, the Weimaraner orginates from Germany where it was bred as a hunting dog in the early part of the 19th century.

History:

Other Names: Weimaraner Vorstehhund

Country Of Origin: Germany

Lifespan: 10-12 years

Colours: Silver grey

Coat: Short, smooth, sleek

Breed: Gundog

Size: Large

Height:
Male: 61 - 69 cm (24 - 27 ins)
Female: 56 - 64 cm (22 - 25 ins)

Weight:
Male: 23 - 32 Kg (50 - 70 lbs)
Female: 23 - 32 Kg (50 - 70 lbs)

Weimaraner Dogs

Care:

Temperament:

Suitability:

Suitable Environment:

Grooming: Minimal

Exercise: Considerable

Trainability:

Child Friendly: Yes

Pet Tolerant: Yes

Novice Owner Suitability: Yes

Weimaraner Dogs

Health Issues*:
Blastomycosis, Cherry Eye, Corneal Dystrophy, Corneal Ulcers, Cryptorchidism, Distichiasis, Elbow Dysplasia, Entropion, Epilepsy, Folliculitis & Furunculosis, Gastric Dilatation Volvulus (GDV - Bloat), Hernias, Hip Dysplasia, Medial Canthal Pocket Syndrome, Myasthenia Gravis, Pododermatitis, Vaccine-Associated Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy & Vasculitis (Blood Vessel Inflammation)

(* The fact that this breed may be susceptible to these conditions does not mean that all dogs of this breed will be affected by them. They are listed here purely as a guide.)

Weimaraner Products:
Recommended Weimaraner Books:
Pet Owners Guide to the Weimaraner by: Gillian Averis
A New Owners Guide to Weimaraners by: Judythe Coffman
The Weimaraner by: Diane Morgan and Wayne L. Hunthausen
Weimaraner (Comprehensive Owners Guide) by: Lavonia Harper
Weimeraners (Pet Owners Manual) by: Sue Fox

Website: Weimaraner








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