Weimaraner
Puppy
Fully Grown
These good looking silver-coloured four-legged athletes have a distinctive tendency to be very alert, which makes them great hunting dogs. This alertness and noise sensitivity can make city life stressful for them, especially if not given the outlet of running and chasing.
If Weimaraners are not used as hunting dogs, they will need more than just ball throwing at the park. This breed requires lots of exercise and entertainment and they just love chasing.
Weimaraners prefer to have one master to please and protect. But they will tolerate the rest of the family and kids if they need to. They are stubborn and strong-willed and it is good to establish clear boundaries and rules from the outset.
They don't require much grooming - only their cute floppy ears need some care so they don't get infected. They have steel blue eyes as puppies, which turn brown in adulthood.
| Weight: | 27-35 kg |
| Health risk: | Very high |
| Life expectancy: | 10-12 years |
| Coat: | Short |
| Grooming intensity: | Low |
| Monthly cost (food): | Above average |
| Trainability: | High |
| Activity level: | Very high |
There are many sources to get your Weimaraner from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Weimaraner to adopt:
To help your rescued Weimaraner to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Weimaranerfrom a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
