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Coat Variations in the Weimaraner
Posted by admin in Facts About Weimaraners, Weimaraner puppy, Weimaraners on February 5th, 2012
When most people picture a Weimaraner, they picture a large, regal-looking dog with a short, gray coat. This gray is often a muted brown, giving the dog’s color an overall sepia tone, like an old photograph. However, there is another coat color for Weimaraners. This color is also gray, but is richer, darker, and has beautiful undertones of blue. Whereas the standard Weimaraner’s gray coat color is derivative of a brown coat, the Blue Weimaraner’s coat color is a muted black with no brown hues. Blue Weimaraners range from a slate gray to a dark gunmetal color. These dogs are quite beautiful, though somewhat rare.
Weimaraners and Insurance
Posted by Richard Cussons in Weimaraners on February 3rd, 2012
They may be considered as hunting dogs but they do make great household pets too. In fact, some owners even consider their weimaraners as additional members of the family in which pets are loved and taken cared of just like mothers to their children. The love for the animal is so great that some even consider having their pets insured.
Top Ten Sporting Dog Breeds
Posted by Mike Mathews in Weimaraners on February 2nd, 2012
The Sporting Group includes pointers, setters, retrievers and many spaniels. This group of fairly active dogs is composed of a wide variety of breeds, which were developed to aid hunters by finding, flushing out and retrieving game. Members of this group all need a fair amount of exercise but you don’t have to be a hunter to own one of these dogs. Many breeds in this group are usually very good with children and include the: English Setter; Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, Welsh Springer Spaniel, English Cocker Spaniel, and Flat Coated Retriever. Dogs in this group range in size from small dog breeds like the American Cocker Spaniel up to medium to large dog breeds with the setters (English, Irish and Gordon) and the Weimaraner being the largest The two most popular family dogs in the world are the Labrador Retriever and the Golden Retriever. The top ten most popular sporting dogs in the US are the following.
Is a Weimaraner the Right Pet for You?
Posted by admin in Facts About Weimaraners, Weimaraner puppy, Weimaraners on February 1st, 2012
The Weimaraner, or “grey ghost” as it is commonly nicknamed, is an intelligent, loyal dog originally bred in Germany for hunting large game. The Weimaraner’s majestic beauty, friendliness and loyalty are enough to win over any dog lover, though a Weimaraner does not make the perfect pet for just anyone. The Weimaraner thrives on adequate exercise, intellectual stimulation and being a part of a family in which the dog’s role is clear.
Weimaraner Personality – The Human Like Dog Breed
Posted by Steve D Evans in Facts About Weimaraners, Weimaraners on January 31st, 2012
Very intelligent and sensitive these dogs crave companionship. They are at their happiest when amongst humans and a member of the family. Many pet owners do mention that they’re just like humans in the way they think about problems. So like humans they need plenty of companionship and exercise.
Housebreaking – An Important Part of Weimaraner Training
Posted by Richard Cussons in Puppy training, Weimaraner puppy, Weimaraners on January 30th, 2012
Probably by now, you have already decided the objectives of your Weimaraner training. As an all-purpose gun dog, it is expected that the Weimaraner is good in hunting at the same time protector of his family and territory. Thus Weimaraner training is usually aimed to create a hunting dog and a well-mannered four-legged member of the family.
Feeding Your Weimaraner Puppy
Posted by Richard Cussons in Dogs Health, Weimaraners on January 23rd, 2012
The health and well being of your Weimaraners generally depend on the quality of foods you are feeding them. It is important to feed them with foods that contain necessary nutrients required by the breed. Their nutritional requirement is just like those that have been passed on from their ancestors, nutrients in which sources are similar to those found in their original environment.
Weimaraner – Breeders’ Best: A Kennel Club Book
Posted by admin in Puppy books, Weimaraners on January 21st, 2012
Designed for the potential owner of the Weimaraner as well as the owner who is bringing home his Weimaraner today, this Breeders’ Best pet guide offers the best possible start for admirers of this elegant Sporting dog. This colorful, fact-filled book presents accurate, helpful information that addresses all of the questions that new owners must frequently ask. This responsible and reliable handbook contains precisely what you need to know. From how to find a reliable, qualified breeder to how to select a sound and healthy puppy, the authors guide you every step of the way. Written by Weimaraner breeders and highly regarded international judges Anitra and Roy Cuneo, Breeders’ Best Weimaraner offers helpful advice about house-training, sensible obedience training and effective problem solving, as well as responsible home care, health and veterinary concerns.
All About Wemaraners
Posted by Geoffrey English in Facts About Weimaraners, Weimaraners on January 20th, 2012
The Weimaraner is a pointer and an all-around hunting dog. They were originally destined only for royalty to use to hunt, track and bring down big game such as boar, bears, elk and deer. Today the Weimaraner is adapted to smaller game and upland birds and has a reputation as a fine water retriever.
List of Things A Dog Owner Needs To Buy
Posted by Jack Prime in Dogs Health, Puppy training, Weimaraners on January 14th, 2012
Buying a collar and leash is probably one of the first things a new dog owner does as they are a necessity for proper control of your dog and an essential piece of equipment when training a new dog or puppy.