Weimaraner Dog Breed
history
The breed of dog Weimaraner originated in the early 19th
century in Germany, at the court of the capital of the county of Saxe-Weimar -
the city of Weimar. Local nobles loved all the traditional entertainment
inherent in their estate. Accordingly - hunting and dogs, including,
considering themselves in this great connoisseurs.
It was in the noble circles of Weimar that the breed of
Weimaraner was bred, or, as they are also called, the Weimar's leg. Although this
happened relatively recently by historical standards, and among the nobles, all
were able to read and write, however, no detailed records of the breeding
program remained. However, it is quite known exactly which breeds were involved
in this: bloodhound, English Pointer, German shorthaired pointer, and silver
dog.
This breed, according to the idea of breeders, had to have
great endurance, physical strength, power, intelligence, and fearlessness.
Weimaraner was used to hunt big game - deer, wolves, and even bears. At the end
of the 19th, and early 20th centuries, Germany experienced a great industrial
upsurge, and the Duchy of Saxe-Weimar completely merged with the German Empire.
Accordingly, the forest land, as well as the amount of game,
and the hunting itself ceased to be a purely noble entertainment, and the game
ceased to be a purely noble asset. Weimaraner was used to hunt hares and foxes,
as well as poultry. The Weimaraner Breed Club was established in Germany in
1897 and it was a fairly closed community.
Now it may even seem wild, but at that time it was not
allowed to have a dog of this breed if you were not a member of the club. And
to join the club, as you know, was possible only with the permission of its
members. In 1929, American athlete Howard Knight was honored to join the club,
and even received permission to export two dogs to the United States. Moreover,
these dogs (except his own) were allocated to him by members of the club, in
order to distribute the breed in the United States. Knight gave his word to
keep the breed clean.
After World War II, many of these dogs came to America with
the servicemen who returned home. Even President Dwight Eisenhower brought in a
Weimaraner and - attention - brought him to the White House. By the way, in the
homeland, these dogs are also called "silver ghosts."
There are breeders and just dog owners selling puppies of
other colors, for example, blue hue, under the guise of "unique", but
the truth is that these "unique" shades are not recognized by any
association. In other words, it's just a hoax.
Weimaraner is known all over the world for the work of the
contemporary photographer William Wegmar, who uses the amazing ability of the
breed to take very "human facial expressions" or muzzles - whatever.
He dresses dogs in human clothes, and uses wigs and makeup elements, making them
monarchs, nobles, characters of fairy tales, etc.
Characteristics of the breed
popularity 10/10
training 10/10
size 07/10
mind 10/10
protection 06/10
Relationships with children 10/10
Dexterity 08/10
Breed information
country | Germany |
lifetime | 10-12 years old |
height | Males: 62-67 |
weight | Males: 30-40 |
Longwool | Short |
Color | silver-grey, brown |
price | 600 - 1000 $ |
description
Weimaraner - dogs large, with a muscular physique. Ears are
hanging, limbs are longer than the middle, and the chest is expressed. The tail is
medium, and the hair is short. Shades of wool from silver to silver-gray, eyes -
from light amber to gray-blue or gray.
personality
The breed of dog Weimaraner has a difficult, but generally
good character and is very devoted to its owner and family. However, there is a
downside to the coin. If the dog is given to itself, not to engage in its
upbringing and socialization, the instincts that it carries in itself by
nature, will prevail. It's inevitable. You have to understand that it is, after
all, an animal.
Note, the Weimaraner will make digs under the fence, ungodly
gnaw furniture, exterminate cats and all small animals, except for small dogs
(although there is no complete confidence), steal food from the table, and
at night climb to your bed and bark loudly at every opportunity - in a word,
will behave as he pleases. Listen to you it will be at best through the times.
There is only one way out - education, and proper positioning of yourself in
the role of leader.
In general, it is impossible to say that the "silver
ghost" (as they are called at home) has an unmanageable character, it is
not. Rather, his character will become uncontrollable if at an early age there
is no firm hand and a strict voice, which will govern.
And at the same time, the Weimaraner is inseparable from the
owner, he is ready to spend every minute with him. Sometimes they get so used
to the native person that they can experience a long separation inadequately,
up to destructive behavior and even (!) self-mutilation. Therefore, on vacation
the dog you have to take with you, and leaving the animal alone every day (if you
are a lonely owner and spend the whole day at work), is not recommended.
The breed has a high level of energy, which is not
surprising - because it is a natural hunter, from which the following
circumstance arises. Namely - his hunting instincts and a wonderful scent. If
you go for a walk, remember that the dog will most likely try to hunt any small
animal within reach. Getting rid of it is extremely difficult, and if you pull
it off the leash, for example, when you're on a picnic in the woods, there is a
chance that the dog will simply run away for a very long walk - to look for
animals in the woods more often. And we're going to have to look for him.
The breed has two hidden, negative, opposite to each other
features - aggression and shyness. How it fits is unclear, but it fits
together. Socialization and, again, proper upbringing help here. The pet should
be introduced to other people, as well as other dogs, which is very important and form the right attitude and behavior in society.
This breed is not for everyone - the Weimaraner is well
suited for an experienced owner who does not feel fear or timidity in front of
big dogs. Breed Weimaraner negatively perceives strangers, sometimes - with
aggression. Therefore, on walks among people do not forget about the muzzle and
leash. Can perform watchful functions, and with proper education will be a
wonderful companion, who can behave decently both in human society and in the
presence of other dogs.
Attitudes towards children are ambiguous. If it is a child
from his native family, he does not test the patience of the dog and knows how
to behave, there will be no problems. However, for children under the age of six,
with these pets alone it is better not to leave. Weimaraner is a very
intelligent breed, well understood by people, and knows how to "think with
his head."
teaching
Breed dogs Weimaraner needs education and training, it is
not just a fact, it is an urgent need, otherwise, the pet will turn into an
eternal headache for the owner and others. To avoid this, start training from
an early age, and establish strict procedures in the house that should not be
violated in any case.
With the dog can not sleep in the same bed, even if it is a
puppy, this rule should be strictly observed by all members of the family,
including children.
The dog should not eat from the same table as the owners,
and at the time of their food intake. Moreover, if you are having lunch, it is
better than the animal is waiting outside the door, so to speak, its turn. If
it was a human being, you could say it was humiliating, but we are talking
about an animal that should know its place, because in his view the family is
partly a pack in which the dog, following its instincts, can try to take the
position of leader. And it can not be given such an opportunity, for the
reasons described above.
If the pet is guilty, behaved badly, did not perform
commands at training, coming home to delay the process of eating for half an
hour, but not for more than an hour. Also, deprive him of his favorite toy, but
control that he does not gnaw on furniture.
If you want to give him a good taste, the first command is "sit," "lie" or any other team.
It is believed that the breed Weimaraner belongs to those
that are difficult to teach. With these dogs you need to train throughout life,
there is nothing you can do. But the greatest emphasis should be placed on
the age of three.
Training should be consistent, soft when you need strict,
without unnecessary nerves, rudeness, and shouting. Try to win the dog's favor
with firmness, patience, and consistency, and use encouragement in various
forms.
care
The dog breed Weimaraner refers to smooth-haired and
therefore needs to comb the wool once a week. Eyes clean daily ears 2-3 times
a week, claws cut 3 times a month, bathe the dog at least once a week.
Common diseases
Weimaraner is a breed with good health, but not devoid of
inclinations to certain diseases, namely:
- hip dysplasia;
- gastric torsion, or a swirl of the intestines;
- von Willebrand's disease;
- Distichiasis;
- Entropion;
- Deficit of the XI factor;
- hypothyroidism;
- progressive retinal atrophy may develop into blindness;
- immune-mediated disease. A small percentage of Weimaraner's puppies respond to vaccinations, especially combined vaccines, with fever, elevated white blood cell counts, and inflamed tissues and joints. Reactions occur most often between the ages of 12 and 16 weeks. It is recommended that puppies are vaccinated only at the age of 8 and 12 weeks with four main vaccines: plague, adenovirus 2, parainfluenza, and parvovirus. Rabies vaccination can be done at the age of 16 weeks.
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