The Weimaraner is a large sporting breed that is athletic and powerful. They are active dogs that require regular exercise and training.

Physical Characteristics

• Fairly large build
• Coat: Short, fine hair
• Coloring of mouse-gray to silver-gray
• Gray nose
• Eyes are amber, gray or blue-gray
• Fairly long, hanging ears
• Height: 23-27 inches
• Weight: 55-85 pounds
• Average lifespan: 10-12 years

Temperament

• Happy, affectionate, smart, independent, willful, brave, loyal
• Interaction with people: Not recommended for small children or seniors
• Interaction with animals: Not recommended for small pets
• Level of attention needed: Needs lots of affection and love
• Training: Needs firm, experienced training
• Protection: Good watchdog, but not aggressive

At Home

• OK for apartments with daily exercise
• Needs daily runs

Grooming

• Easy to groom
• Average shedder
• Brush with a firm bristle brush

Brief History

• Originated in Germany
• Dates back to the early 1800s
• Ancestor believed to be the Bloodhound
• Bred for hunting big game
• Breed brought to the U.S. by Howard Knight, who also founded the breed's club

Fido's Facts

• A Weimaraner named Heidi lived in the White House with the Eisenhowers
• The coat's texture and color is the product of selective breeding
• Also known as the Weimer pointer
• Nicknamed the "gray ghost"