Weimaraner Introduction
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Weimaraner Introduction
The Weimaraner was originally developed as a hunting dog to be used in the pursuit of large game such as deer and wild boar.
They were first bred in the Weimar Repulic and owned y approved people only to ensure purity of bloodlines and maintenance of
hunting ability.
Today the Weimaraner is a Hunt, Point and Retrieve gundog and is used by rough shooters and for field trials. The breed is
becoming increasingly popular as a show dog and household pet.
Could I own a Weimaraner?
Everybody who is interested in the breed should ask this question and bear in mind the following points:
A Weimaraner is not necessarily a good choice for the first time dog owner.
The Weimaraner demands human company and can respond badly to spending long periods of time alone. If you work full time
and have no-one experienced or energetic enough to cope in your absence - forget it.
They are intelligent and easily bored, can be extremely destructive and will simply provide their own entertainment if you do not
provide it for them. Demolishing chairs, tables and gardens are favorite pastimes for bored Weimaraners.
A puppy will grow to adult size very quickly but does not catch up mentally until late ron. Therefore you have an adult size dog with
boundless energy and the ability to wreak havoc if not properly raised from the outset.
Males can be dominant with other dogs and both sexes can be aloof with people if not correctly trained and handles. Once they
know their place in the pecking order and are secure they can be loving and affectionate.
They are incredible loyal and loving to their owners and, when correctly trained are responsive and obedient. They have a strong
desire to please those they love and respect.
Training needs to be carried out with a firm but kind approach and needs to be consistent from the first day you take your new puppy
home, not as an afterthought when the dog is approaching adulthood and is already causing problems. Weimaraners are a strange
mix of stubbornness and sensitivity but when the right approach is used are a delight to work with.
The are natural retrievers and great fun can be had playing games that encourage this instinct. Hiding toys and sending your pup to
find and fetch them is fun and training combined.
Exercise
Weimaraners are a large and active breed. They need to be able to run free in safe areas and also require lead walking on the
roads and around town to socialise with other dogs and people and to maintain lead training.
Allow at least an hour a day just for physical exercise. Mental exercise is equally important and a role in life either as a gundog, or
participating in other activities such as showing, obedience or agility is the ideal.
Puppies must not be over exercised. Running up and down stairs can cause joint damage and must not be allowed. Until the age
of 6 months puppies need only garden play and short walks on the lead to socialise and train with 5 or 10 minutes free running,
again to train the puppy to return when called.
Pulling and wrestling with any breed of dog are bad as they are 'power' games which encourages a dog to fight you for something.
Dogs who are retrievers should be encouraged to have a soft mouth and release anything they have picked up without a battle.
Never chase a puppy and grab at something it is carrying. A Weimaraner puppy should be tought to bring the item to you and
should be rewarded for bringing you his most treasured possessions - even if it is a mouldy old chew!
Feeding
All large dogs need a good balanced diet. Puppies need to be fed up to 4 times per day. Adults need 2 meals per day and must not
be exercised close to feeding and particularly never afterwards because of the risk of bloat and gastric torsion - this is a condition
that can affect any larger dog but is quite common in some breeds and usually fatal.
There is now a huge choice of food available. We buy our food at Costco and feed the "Kirklands Chicken and Rice" we found this
found to be better and less expensive than other brand names. The first ingredient is Chicken not bonemeal or cornmeal which is
just filler and or ground-up bones.
Health
On the whole Weimaraners are healthy and robust but are accident prone due to their boisterous approach to life. Insurance is a
good idea if you can afford it. Hip dysplacia is a disease many people have heard of and it affects many breeds of large dogs. The
Weimaraner is #94 on the list and only about 8% will get it. HD can be screened for by x-raying when they dog is between 24-26
months, your vet can do the x-ray which then must be send to the OFA and they will issue a certificate. However, any dog can get hip
dysplacia even if the parents have been certified. There is no guarantee that they will not get it.
Dogs and Children
Weimaraners are fine with children who respect them and their needs.
If your children are well mannered and controllable it is likely that your puppy will be too. By the same token, if your children are
noisy, boisterous and demanding .....! No young child should be left to play alone with any dog, nor be in charge of that dog in a
public place.
If you have young children do you have the extra time to spare to cope with rearing a puppy? Do you have the energy and inclination
to walk the dog in bad weather, then cope with muddy children and a wet dog?
Purchasing a Puppy
Once you have researched the breed and decided you can offer a Weimaraner a good environment in which to spend his life the next
step is to locate a breeder.
The Weimaraner Kennel Clubs are a good source, so is the internet. It is best to visit the breeder to pick up your puppy, as you then
can tell if all the litter mates look healthy and if the environment is clean and the parent dogs are kept in good condition.
Reputable breeders will not advertise in trade magazines or local free papers and never sell their puppies in a pet store or through a
third party. A caring breeder will support you if you have problems, you should be able to call them any time.
This is what is included when you purchase a puppy from us:
There is a lot of information on the internet please use it to your advantage and for research in health, training and feeding
A great book to get is called "Weimaraner Savy"
The Weimaraner was originally developed as a hunting dog to be used in the pursuit of large game such as deer and wild boar.
They were first bred in the Weimar Repulic and owned y approved people only to ensure purity of bloodlines and maintenance of
hunting ability.
Today the Weimaraner is a Hunt, Point and Retrieve gundog and is used by rough shooters and for field trials. The breed is
becoming increasingly popular as a show dog and household pet.
Could I own a Weimaraner?
Everybody who is interested in the breed should ask this question and bear in mind the following points:
A Weimaraner is not necessarily a good choice for the first time dog owner.
The Weimaraner demands human company and can respond badly to spending long periods of time alone. If you work full time
and have no-one experienced or energetic enough to cope in your absence - forget it.
They are intelligent and easily bored, can be extremely destructive and will simply provide their own entertainment if you do not
provide it for them. Demolishing chairs, tables and gardens are favorite pastimes for bored Weimaraners.
A puppy will grow to adult size very quickly but does not catch up mentally until late ron. Therefore you have an adult size dog with
boundless energy and the ability to wreak havoc if not properly raised from the outset.
Males can be dominant with other dogs and both sexes can be aloof with people if not correctly trained and handles. Once they
know their place in the pecking order and are secure they can be loving and affectionate.
They are incredible loyal and loving to their owners and, when correctly trained are responsive and obedient. They have a strong
desire to please those they love and respect.
Training needs to be carried out with a firm but kind approach and needs to be consistent from the first day you take your new puppy
home, not as an afterthought when the dog is approaching adulthood and is already causing problems. Weimaraners are a strange
mix of stubbornness and sensitivity but when the right approach is used are a delight to work with.
The are natural retrievers and great fun can be had playing games that encourage this instinct. Hiding toys and sending your pup to
find and fetch them is fun and training combined.
Exercise
Weimaraners are a large and active breed. They need to be able to run free in safe areas and also require lead walking on the
roads and around town to socialise with other dogs and people and to maintain lead training.
Allow at least an hour a day just for physical exercise. Mental exercise is equally important and a role in life either as a gundog, or
participating in other activities such as showing, obedience or agility is the ideal.
Puppies must not be over exercised. Running up and down stairs can cause joint damage and must not be allowed. Until the age
of 6 months puppies need only garden play and short walks on the lead to socialise and train with 5 or 10 minutes free running,
again to train the puppy to return when called.
Pulling and wrestling with any breed of dog are bad as they are 'power' games which encourages a dog to fight you for something.
Dogs who are retrievers should be encouraged to have a soft mouth and release anything they have picked up without a battle.
Never chase a puppy and grab at something it is carrying. A Weimaraner puppy should be tought to bring the item to you and
should be rewarded for bringing you his most treasured possessions - even if it is a mouldy old chew!
Feeding
All large dogs need a good balanced diet. Puppies need to be fed up to 4 times per day. Adults need 2 meals per day and must not
be exercised close to feeding and particularly never afterwards because of the risk of bloat and gastric torsion - this is a condition
that can affect any larger dog but is quite common in some breeds and usually fatal.
There is now a huge choice of food available. We buy our food at Costco and feed the "Kirklands Chicken and Rice" we found this
found to be better and less expensive than other brand names. The first ingredient is Chicken not bonemeal or cornmeal which is
just filler and or ground-up bones.
Health
On the whole Weimaraners are healthy and robust but are accident prone due to their boisterous approach to life. Insurance is a
good idea if you can afford it. Hip dysplacia is a disease many people have heard of and it affects many breeds of large dogs. The
Weimaraner is #94 on the list and only about 8% will get it. HD can be screened for by x-raying when they dog is between 24-26
months, your vet can do the x-ray which then must be send to the OFA and they will issue a certificate. However, any dog can get hip
dysplacia even if the parents have been certified. There is no guarantee that they will not get it.
Dogs and Children
Weimaraners are fine with children who respect them and their needs.
If your children are well mannered and controllable it is likely that your puppy will be too. By the same token, if your children are
noisy, boisterous and demanding .....! No young child should be left to play alone with any dog, nor be in charge of that dog in a
public place.
If you have young children do you have the extra time to spare to cope with rearing a puppy? Do you have the energy and inclination
to walk the dog in bad weather, then cope with muddy children and a wet dog?
Purchasing a Puppy
Once you have researched the breed and decided you can offer a Weimaraner a good environment in which to spend his life the next
step is to locate a breeder.
The Weimaraner Kennel Clubs are a good source, so is the internet. It is best to visit the breeder to pick up your puppy, as you then
can tell if all the litter mates look healthy and if the environment is clean and the parent dogs are kept in good condition.
Reputable breeders will not advertise in trade magazines or local free papers and never sell their puppies in a pet store or through a
third party. A caring breeder will support you if you have problems, you should be able to call them any time.
This is what is included when you purchase a puppy from us:
- A healthy, happy 7-9 week old puppy
- Tail docked, dewclaws removed
- Copy of parents registration papers
- Pedigree at least 3 generations
- Shot and worming record
- A bag of sample food
- Some chicken jerky
- A leash and collar
- Puppy toy
There is a lot of information on the internet please use it to your advantage and for research in health, training and feeding
A great book to get is called "Weimaraner Savy"
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