The Weimaraner - A Sporting Breed

The Weimaraner is a sporting breed which was developed in Germany as an all-purpose gun dog. Often referred to as the "gray ghost", the Weimaraner has a short, sleek coat ranging in color from light silver-gray to dark gray. The eyes are blue or light amber. The females are usually between 23-25 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh between 55 and 70 pounds. The males are larger at 25-27 inches at the shoulder and 65 to 80 pounds.

The breed is used for hunting pheasant, quail and other upland birds and waterfowl. They are bred for intelligence and stamina, to be able to work all day in the field. They love to work and play and have seemingly endless energy. When not working, they are part of the family, being included in everything you do.

Although they excel at hunting, they are used for obedience, tracking, as show dogs and as therapy dogs, as drug detectors and as companions. They excel at dog sports such as flyball and agility. They are a versatile dog with the brains and energy to do almost anything.