Characteristics
1. Weimaraners are very energetic animals...they are bred to hunt all day with their master. Changing this behavior changes the essential Weim. If you can not deal with this behavior, you should look at other breeds less rambunctious!
2. Weims are not soft mouthed like a Golden Retriever or Irish Setter. They are still the game hunter and some Weims have a low tolerance for small fur bearing animals including cats and small dogs. Changing this behavior again changes the basic temperament of the dog.
3. Weims can bark and if you are away from them too much and they are left to themselves, Weimaraners are like any other lonely dog, they will bark incessantly and develop bad habits or try escaping their surroundings.
4. Although Weimaraners are hunting dogs, they do not like living outdoors. They require your attention. They are the true, loyal, hunting companions in every respect, needing your friendship. Chaining a Weim outside will not work!
5. Inspite of the folklore and myth surrounding the breed, the Weimaraner is not a wonder dog. Given the opportunity, he will still steal the pot roast off the dining room table when no one is looking!
Sorry about not updating for the last couple of days, i have not had access to internet in SD. We had a great time with Rob's family, went to his sister, Jill's graduation. We are so proud of her. She is now officially Dr. J. Larsen. Yep, she beat her brother to it... hopefully Rob will catch up and graduate soon also.
i'm in ORD right now. paying for 7-dollars-a-day internet. Well, what can you do. We got here 6 in the morning, out flight leaves at 12 noon. NOthing else do for 6 hrs. (yes, i played my yoshi game for a while), but since i already beat the game before final, it was technically boring....
So I present you my future puppy baby! YES i know for SURE i will have one of these babes in another year or so....
The original Weimar Pointers appeared in the 19th century. They were prized for their versatile hunting skills and remarkable character. In the early part of the century, the Nobles of Weimar were avid sportsmen and hunted a variety of big game. They required of the Weimaraner an exceptional tracking ability, speed, courage and durability. Their breeding programs developed these specific traits and qualities. More likely by accident, they produced the distinctive gray coat color that is the hallmark of the breed.
