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The
Weimaraner is a recognizable dog, primarily because
of its lean, athletic build and beautiful coat. In
fact, one of the nicknames of the breed is Grey
Ghost. This breed has a natural friendliness and
playful personality. However, some things about this
wonderful dog should be kept in mind, as you are
looking for that perfect puppy.
Purebred dogs can be excellent pets and of the
purebreds, the Weimaraner can be one of the best
companions you can have. Many owners have found the
Weimaraner to be an excellent hunting companion. In
fact, this breed is one of the rare dogs with webbed
feet to make swimming easier, great for water
retrieving (if training for that activity is in your
plans).
It
is important that you start by visiting a number of
quality breeders to see how the dogs are raised and
what stock they come from. A reputable breeder
should have already taken into account the healthy
bloodlines of both parents of the puppies you are
considering. This one factor can help eliminate many
of the health and behavior problems new owners of
Weimaraners encounter as time goes on.
Weimaraners do have a great personality, by nature,
and love to play and run, which can make them an
excellent choice for a family that has a large yard
or a family that is willing to take the time to
exercise their pet daily. The Weimaraner can be
sensitive and in most cases, responds to firm but
loving demands. However, this breed does not do well
if left alone for long periods, or provided adequate
exercise.
One of the keys to getting the right puppy for your
family is to find a breeder who not only raises
healthy dogs but also invests the time to socialize
them, making sure that they are comfortable with
humans and other dogs. You should plan to visit at
least three reputable breeders and ask questions
that will help clear up any doubts you may have.
Specifically, ask about breed health problems, about
housebreaking and other training, as well as
grooming, and feeding. The breeder should be open to
these questions and have just about every answer if
they are top-quality breeder.
When you get to the point of bringing a Weimaraner
home, a couple of health and nutrition items should
be considered. For instance, large dogs can be prone
to gastric torsion or bloat, a result of eating too
much too fast. Therefore, plan to feed your
Weimaraner twice daily, in smaller amounts. Work
with your breeder and veterinarian from the start to
set a diet that is right for your new pet.
There are many good reasons to choose a Weimaraner
as your family pet. Many people have done this in
recent as the breed became more popular. This may
also have led to over breeding, as well as weaker
bloodlines for many dogs. Therefore, you want to
make sure you take time and care when you shop
around for your perfect Weimaraner.
Of course, you could choose to get your Weimaraner
from a retail store, but this often leads to owning
a dog without getting all the information you really
need to have a great relationship with your new
friend. Another option would be to get your
Weimaraner from a rescue source or adoption site.
The dogs from these locations often make wonderful
pets, but remember that adult dogs from these
sources also come with unique challenges. Under all
circumstances, when you add a Weimaraner to your
family, you are bringing home a lifelong companion.
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