The sleek “Gray Ghost” bred for tireless hunting.
Origin
Germany
Height
23–27 in (58–69 cm)
Weight
55–90 lb (25–41 kg)
Lifespan
10–13 years
Coat
Short, sleek, silver-gray — low-maintenance
Energy
Very High
Overview
The Weimaraner is a striking gray gundog, nicknamed the “Gray Ghost” for its distinctive silvery coat and pale eyes. Bred for versatile hunting of game large and small, it is athletic, fast, and endowed with tremendous stamina.
Devoted, intelligent, and intensely energetic, the Weimaraner bonds closely with its family and dislikes being apart from them. It needs abundant exercise and mental work, and it can be prone to separation anxiety without enough activity and company.
History
Developed in early-19th-century Germany, likely under the patronage of the court of Weimar, the breed was bred to hunt boar, bear, and deer, and later birds. Its versatility and striking looks made it a prized sporting dog.
Where it comes from
Germany
Highlighted in the Weimaraner's lineage color on the map.
Temperament
The Weimaraner is affectionate, driven, and people-focused, forming intense bonds and disliking isolation. It has very high energy and needs serious daily exercise and training, and it can be willful without consistent guidance.
Health to watch
The deep chest gives the breed a high bloat risk; smaller meals and rest around eating are vital.
Joint malformation occurs in the breed; screening and lean weight help protect the hips over time.
Von Willebrand's disease and immune-related conditions occur; testing and vet care help manage them.
General breed tendencies, not a diagnosis. Every dog is an individual — pair this with regular veterinary care.
Care essentials
This very high-energy gundog needs extensive daily activity and mental work to stay balanced.
Weimaraners bond intensely and are prone to separation anxiety; they dislike being left alone.
Feed smaller meals, avoid exertion around eating, and know the signs of this emergency.
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