Weimaraners - Information - Before You Bring a Rescue Dog into Your Life
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Weimaraners are not a dog for everyone. Some people tend to overestimate their abilities to manage a Weimaraner. Others tend to underestimate the energy and versatility of the breed. In other words, there may be different reasons why Weimaraner Dogs can be found in shelters. If you consider bringing a Weimaraner into your life, think over the possibility of adoption. It is a noble step. However, it requires considerable preparations on the part of future Weimaraner owners.
If you have a large family with young children, the Weimaraner can be a problem, regarding the size and the temperament of the dog. If you are not very enthusiastic about exercising, training and caring for a large dog, the Weimaraner may not be for you either. A small apartment can appear quite an obstacle. Weimaraners are rather large dogs that need space. Moreover, you might not be content with having to share your couch with your dog, guard your furniture or protect your other pets.
It is next to impossible to find a puppy in a shelter. Instead, adult dogs with their peculiar stories and fortunes are to be found there waiting for their new families. Rescue Weimaraners may need veterinary help. In addition, rescue Weimaraners may have some behavioral problems, as they are just living creatures abandoned by people. However, provided you, your family and your life style are prepared for the challenge, rescue Weimaraners can be a great choice.
Weimaraners - Information - Clubs Links
Weimaraners - Information - Clubs Links - US
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Delaware Valley Weimaraner Club Home Page - Weimaraner Dog Club devoted to advancing the breed through conformation, obedience, agility, tracking, hunting and in breed rescue.
Greater Charleston Weimaraner Club - Founded in 1982 by Weimaraner enthusiasts. One of the most active clubs in the Weimaraner Club of America's family of local clubs. Events, membership, hunt tests and a lot more.
Mile High Weimaraner Club - This club is in good standing with the Weimaraner Club of America.
Sacramento Valley Weimaraner Club - The AKC sanctioned club that puts on an annual specialty and obedience trial and a field trial. Contains information on activities, events, news, rescue, breed information, and membership.
Timucuan Weimaraner Club of Florida - Learn about the activities of the club, health and medical issues of the breed, training tips, upcoming events, membership application, links and more.
Valley of the Sun Weimaraner Club - Weimaraner Club in Phoenix, AZ.
Weimaraner Club of America - The Club presents information about the Weimaraner, FAQ, health issues and club information.
Weimaraner Club of Columbus - The WCC site contains information on the Weimaraner breed as well as club activities and rescue information. Dedicated to preserve and promote this wonderful breed.
Weimaraner Club of Great Kansas City - Information on the Club and the Weimaraner breed.
Weimaraners - Information - Clubs Links - International
Amicale belge des braques de Weimar - The official site of the Belgian Weimaraners Club.
The Weimaraner Association - Information on the Association and the Weimaraner breed including UK events.
Weimaraner Club of Scotland - Information and advice on the Weimaraner breed. Club contacts, picture gallery and a lot more.
Weimaraners - Information - Rescues Links
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Michigan Weimaraner Rescue - Each dog in this rescue is temperament tested, brought up to date on shots, spayed or neutered. Available dogs, adoption application and breed information.
Rescue dog - Weimaraner Association of Canada Rescue offers a rescue application form for people seeking help in placing their Weimaraners.
Tarheel Weimaraner Rescue - Breed rescue organization in Franklinton. Pictures and descriptions of available dogs, adoption process, and contact information.
Weimaraner Rescue - Providing for the rescue, care, and adoption of lost, surrendered and homeless Weimaraners as well as providing public education on the breed and on responsible dog ownership in Belleville, Illinois.
Weimaraner Rescue of North Texas - Dallas organization dedicated to rescue and placement of Weimaraner dogs in need. Information about pets available in addition to stories and links about rescue.
Weimaraners - Information - General Information Links
Dog Owner's Guide Profile: The Weimaraner -A profile of the Weimaraner breed. Includes information on temperament, conformation, health and care in Weimaraners.
European Convention of Pet Owner's Protection - Group established by the Council of Europe in order to define the conditions of detention and sale of the pets. Includes a forum and information about surgical operations, conditions of breeding and sale, legislation.
Puppy Buyers' Checklist - Do you know what to look for when purchasing a puppy? Important facts you should know.
Weimaraner - AKC Breed Standard - Check out the American Kennel Club's standards for this sporting breed, with contacts for the national breed club, breeder referral and rescue.
Weimaraner Club Of Greater Louisville - Includes breed standards, newsletters, meeting notices, links, rescued dogs, new litters, and photos.
Weimaraner Dogs - Information on the Weimaraner including description, photos, breeder listings, rescue listings and related links.
Weimaraner Forum - Provides chat for owners and breeders of this dog. Links included.
Weimaraner Homepage - Devoted to this breed of German hunting dog, this page offers a history of the breed, photographs, Weimaraner stories, and links.
Weimaraner Web Ring Listing - Index of the Ring of Weimaraner owners and lovers.
Weimaraners, Dog Breeders & Dog Trainers - A list of Weimaraner breeders.
Weimaraners - Information - Other Weimaraners sites
Weimaraners Breeders - Weimaraners are rather large sporting dogs of an aristocratic appearance. They are always gray (from mouse gray to silver gray), blending to somewhat lighter hues on the ears and the head. The Weimaraner's coat is short and smooth. A long-coated variety of Weimaraners is not accepted in the breed standard. However, some admirers of long-coated Weimaraners made some attempts to get this type accepted before the Second World War. Longhaired Weimaraners sometimes appear in the litters nowadays. Nevertheless, most long-coated Weimaraners are culled once they are born.
As the standard goes, male Weimaraners should weigh up to 85 pounds and females up to 65 pounds. The Weimaraner's appearance is strikingly intelligent and gracious. Amber eyes are always sparkling with loyalty and eagerness to cooperate.
Weimaraners Puppies - Weimaraners are medium-sized to large dogs that belong to the sporting group dogs and to the gundog class according to the AKC. There is an obvious difference between dogs and bitches in Weimaraners, as far as the size is concerned. However, Weimaraners are well-balanced dogs.
Their most distinguishing feature is their aristocratic look. The embodiment of grace, stamina and intelligence, the Weimaraner has a short gray coat, a moderately long head, long and lobular ears, and gray or blue-gray eyes in shades of amber. The Weimaraner carries his neck in a proud and gracious way. The muscular back is without a dip. The tail is set a little lower than with other similar dog breeds.
Weimaraners Rescues - Weimaraners are medium-sized gray dogs. According to the standard, Weimaraners should present a picture of grace, balance, strength, speed and stamina. They should have the ability to work with great endurance in the field. Weimaraners have a reputation of one the most aristocratic-looking dog breeds. The standard is strict as far as the height goes. Dogs measuring less than 24 inches or more than 28 inches are disqualified.
The Weimaraner's head is moderately long. The skin is drawn tightly. The neck is clean-cut and long. The expression is kind and keen. Eyes are gray or blue-gray. Ears are long, set high and slightly folded. The nose is gray.
Weimaraners Pictures - Weimaraners are typical aristocrats in the canine world. They are large sporting dogs, whose distinguishing features are their short sleet gray coat, their docked tail, and beautiful amber eyes. Ideally, Weimaraner males should weigh up to 85 pounds and Weimaraner females up to 65 pounds. Deviation from the conformation standard is penalized.
The Weimaraner's moderately long head is in proportion to body size. Eyes are gray or blue-gray. Ears are rather long. The gait is smooth and gracious.
Weimaraners - Weimaraners are medium-sized, elegant dogs of aristocratic appearance. This is a genuine picture of grace, speed, balance, and stamina. The dog's head is moderately long, and aristocratic-looking. The expression of the face is keen and intelligent. Their long ears are set high and slightly folded. The eyes can be amber, gray or blue-gray. The strong and even teeth should meet in a scissors bite. A Weimaraner's nose is gray.
The dog's body is well balanced. Its strong back is sloped slightly from the withers. The chest is deep and muscular. The Weimaraner's coat is short, smooth and sleek. It comes in mouse-gray to a silver-gray color. A white marking on the chest is acceptable.
