Spears, Brittany of Isle
Weimaraner, 2009
The Weimaraner dates to the early 19th century, when he was developed at the Weimar court in what is now Germany. The noblemen there loved hunting and they wanted a dog with courage, intelligence, good scenting ability, speed, and stamina. This dog would stick close to them as they walked in search of game and would be a close companion in the evening by the fireside.
- Weimaraners were bred to have a lot of energy and stamina
- Weims are high-strung dogs and can suffer from severe separation anxiety
- Weims often are suspicious of strangers and can be unacceptably aggressive
- To get a healthy dog, never buy a puppy from an irresponsible breeder or pet store
Despite their hunting instincts, Weimaraners are house dogs (like most dogs). They’re temperamentally unsuited to living in a kennel or being kept in the backyard with little human interaction.
