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Old 06-07-2007, 10:31 PM   #1
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Question Weimaraner

My brother is looking into getting a weimaraner. Does anyone know anything that could help? Is there any special thing about this breed that might surprise him once he gets it? Is there anything abnormal about this breed? Thanks for any help you can give!
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Re: Weimaraner

Nice dogs, high energy- they REALLY need an owner who will be physically active with them, train and socialize them properly, and use their brains. Some can be a bit sensitive, and going through a rescue that evaluates them for temperament and matches with owners, or a reputable breeder who knows what they are doing is REALLY important- some weims can be pretty neurotic, unfortunately.

The national breed club is http://www.weimclubamerica.org/

and there's a lot of good information on their site.

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Re: Weimaraner

From what I've heard, Weims are on of the most energetic and hyper breeds out there....LOL. Which depending on individual situations, can be either be a good or a bad thing. So if your brother isn't up for lots of walks, exercise and training, a Weim probably isn't a good choice.

I've also heard that they need LOTS of socialization. The breed can be somewhat timid and nervous in new situations. So getting the pup out and about from the start is important. I think that is essential in whatever breed you own, but Weim owners I know have said this breed needs extra attention when it comes to this.

Here is a breed profile that I've been told is pretty darn accurate about Weims. Cross-post.

If you want a dog who...

Is large, sleek-coated, and tautly-muscled, a true athlete bred to hunt all day
Is unusual-looking, with a ghostly gray/silver coat and eerie light eyes
Is packed with energy and thrives on vigorous exercise and athletic activities
In the right hands, is a loyal, aristocratic gentleman of great presence and character
Is watchful with strangers, so makes a keen watchdog
Looks powerful and imposing, so also makes an effective physical deterrent
A Weimaraner may be right for you.

If you don't want to deal with...

Vigorous exercise requirements
Rowdiness and exuberant jumping, especially when young or not exercised enough
"Separation anxiety" (massive destructiveness and barking) when left alone too much
Suspiciousness, aggression, or skittishness toward strangers when not socialized enough
Aggression toward other animals
Strong-willed mind of his own, requiring a confident owner who can take charge
Shedding
Barking
Slowness to housebreak
Health problems
A Weimaraner may not be right for you.

The high-energy Weimaraner, bred to hunt all day, needs an athletic owner who can meet his demanding exercise needs: running, biking, hiking, jogging, field work.

Too much confinement leads to hyperactivity and destructiveness, as does being left alone too much. A bored Weimaraner will bark up a storm, demolish your home and yard, even attempt to escape in search of adventure.

Reserved and protective with strangers, dominant with other dogs, predatory toward small animals such as cats and rabbits, the Weimaraner needs an owner who can provide leadership, socialization, and training beyond the beginner level.

He is headstrong, but in the right hands is capable of learning and doing virtually anything. Indeed, a well-matched owner will find him a loyal, aristocratic gentleman of great presence and character.

A novice with little time and space will find him a rambunctious bully, difficult to control. For more info visit: http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/rev...imaraners.html
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Re: Weimaraner

Weims = high energy, high intelligence so they need an owner who is willing and able to keep them mentally and physically engaged.

I would tell your brother to talk to Weim rescue...since these are the folks who are dealing with returns they are usually the most familiar with the "bad" traits of a breed and the sorts of situations the breed does not normally thrive in. Keep in mind that "bad" and "good" traits are subjective. But, if someone intersted in greyhounds asked me the "bad" things about them, I can give them a pretty good idea of what things might turn people off. A responsible breeder will also do the same thing, but someone selling pups to make a buck will most likely only tell you what you want to hear so they can get that $$. Weim rescue can also tell you about the health/genetic issues that crop up...yet another reason dogs are dumped into rescue.

Weims are great dogs that need special owners. I think too many people buy them b/c they "look cool" and dont' realize all the work that goes into them!
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Re: Weimaraner

My husband and I have one. Tucker is a sweet and lovable boy, but HYPER!!!! He requires a lot of attention and a lot of exercise. He was my husband's before we married and he said that the first 2 years with him were horrible. He ate everything in site and required constant attention. Barking was also a huge problem and since he's gotten older he's more laid back and wonderful companion dog.

They are also really big dogs. Tucker weights in right now at 110lbs and he looks on the lean side to me....

I wasn't familiar with the breed until we met and while I love this guy to peices I don't know if I would want to go through the puppy phase the way my husband described it
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Re: Weimaraner

All of the weims I've met have been very neurotic. Skittish, animal aggressive, and rather unpredictable. Now that could be caused by the way they were raised (no socialization), or poor breeding, or both. I don't know much about the breed, but I don't think they are for inexperienced dog owners from all I have seen of them. Just my 2 cents worth thrown in the pot.
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Re: Weimaraner

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Now that could be caused by the way they were raised (no socialization), or poor breeding, or both.
Yes, you're right there - just as it was said in the Dalmatian thread a while ago. They have been known to be "hyperactive, skittish, aggressive" when they have owners who had no clue what they are getting into.

Weims are sporting dogs, bred to withstand several hours of intense upland bird hunting at a time. They are not the dog for the feint of heart, because as mentioned above, if they are not given an intense positive outlet for their energy and mental abilities, you will have a Grey GHOUL of a dog instead of the nice grey "ghost" title they walk so cutely around with.

Mind you, these dogs can show incredible success at ANYTHING you put them at. They are fantastically quick learners, and incredibly sweet pushovers at the same time.

They really are wonderful dogs, but as with any dog, much research is needed first - and make sure your friend is getting one from a reputable breeder, elbow dysplasia, gastric dilitation, coronary and immunodeficiency are among the few genetic anomalies seen among Weims.
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They are prone to bloat (gastric torsion), so any new owner would be wise to know how to prevent it, and what to do when/if it happens. It can be fatal.
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