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Weimaraners generally mature at 1 to 2 years, although they reach their full size around 6 to 8 months.
- How big will my Weimaraner get?
- Do Weimaraners like to cuddle?
- Why is my Weimaraner so small?
- What are blue Weimaraners?
- Are male or female Weimaraners better?
- Do Weimaraners like to swim?
- Why does my Weimaraner follow me everywhere?
- Are Weimaraners dumb?
- Why do Weimaraners whine?
- Are two Weimaraners better than one?
- What is the longest living Weimaraner?
- How much sleep do Weimaraners need?
How big will my Weimaraner get?
Male Weimaraners stand 25 to 27 inches at the shoulder and weigh 70 to 85 pounds. Females are between 23 and 25 inches tall and weigh 55 to 70 pounds.
Do Weimaraners like to cuddle?
Weimaraners are intelligent, friendly, affectionate and active dogs who love people and children. Most Weim lovers will tell you their dogs love to give standing hugs and typically take over the bed for sleeping.
Why is my Weimaraner so small?
The best American hunt-lines have been bred to be compact. The reason this has been done is to produce a hunting companion that more like the other pointing breeds. For this reason, on occasion (when raising the Weimaraner) you will get a very small Weimaraner.
What are blue Weimaraners?
The Blue Weimaraner has a distinct charcoal gray colored coat. Genetically speaking, Blue Weimaraners are dilute blacks and Grays are dilute browns. The difference between a Blue and a Gray Weimaraner is in the tone of the color, not the deepness or darkness of the color.
Are male or female Weimaraners better?
Even though there are few specific differences between the genders, neither of the two is outright better than the other. Whether you decide on a male or female Weimaraner, both are great dogs and can be a wonderful addition to your family.
Do Weimaraners like to swim?
Most Weimaraners like water and many take to the water instantly. Most Weimaraners like to swim, particularly if an early introduction to swimming took place during puppyhood.
Why does my Weimaraner follow me everywhere?
By nature the Weimaraner is clingy. ... The underlying reason for this issue, is the Weimaraner by nature is prone to severe separation anxiety. Other than being inclined to have separation anxiety issues, the Weimaraner is most often set up for severe separation anxiety by well intentioned family members.
Are Weimaraners dumb?
Weimaraners are highly intelligent dogs. In fact, they're the 25th smartest dog breed (out of 138) for obedience and working intelligence. ... Weimaraners are all-around intelligent dogs.
Why do Weimaraners whine?
Some early signs of separation anxiety typically involves a Weimaraner that paces, whines or cries when an owner leaves the room or the house for a short period, especially when other family members are still present.
Are two Weimaraners better than one?
Putting all these rationalizations aside, two Weimaraner pups are almost without exception never a great idea. For a very few individuals it might be doable, however, there are drawbacks to getting two Weims at that same time. ... Most of us forget how much work raising a puppy is, let alone raising a Weimaraner puppy.
What is the longest living Weimaraner?
The longest living Weimaraner lived to 18 years and 10 months of age. Although smaller breeds generally live longer than larger breeds, the dog who holds the record for being the world's oldest was an Australian Cattle Dog named Bluey.
How much sleep do Weimaraners need?
Sleeping at least 12 hours a day is normal for dogs, and you shouldn't be surprised if they go in and out of sleep throughout the day. They may align with your schedule, but still, sleep more, so you may feel like they sleep a lot, but they're just adding to the sleep time they get at night.
