The Weimaraner belongs to the dogs of Group 7: continental pointing dogs, and more particularly of the Weimaraner section. The dogs in this group are specialized in a particular discipline of shooting hunting. Their role is to detect and direct game into the hunter's target. The dog indicates to the hunter where the game is by remaining motionless in front of the animal, tending towards the game. It is therefore a breed with a very developed sense of smell, sensitive to smell, cautious, sure and particularly attentive to its master's signals.

The Weimaraner or also called "Weimaraner" would have been French before being German. During the first crusades (in the 13th century), Louis IX is said to have brought back gray dogs from Palestine. They looked like large griffins; morphologically built in power: they were robust and very enduring.Louis IX himself was not a hunter, but his numerous courtiers hunted large animals in the forests of France, and maintained the royal packs. They undertook crossbreeding with Saint Hubert type subjects, also with Arabian greyhounds, this is how the famous gray dog of King Saint Louis gradually established itself. The reputation of these dogs was great, they became the majority in royal hunts, before being abandoned around 1450. It was not until the 18th century that these dogs made their appearance again, this time in Germany, at the court of Carl August, Grand Duke of Saxe Weimar (city in central Germany, between Frankfurt and Berlin). The Weimar nobility, probably out of a courting spirit, became passionate about these dogs which became very numerous in the Duchy. This is how the Duke of Saxony named the breed after himself. Let us note in passing that he proved to be a talented breeder through his selection of breeding stock intended to improve the breed. The German Weimaraner Club was founded in 1897 in Erfurt. In 1935 he adopted the very first standard. In France, the official Club, affiliated with the Société centrale Canine, was created in 1978 by a group of fervent amateurs. The Weimaraner Amateur Circle was born. Source: http://www.cercledesamateursdubraquedeweimar.com

The Weimaraner is a large dog whose males have a height at the withers between 59 and 70 cm and females between 57 and 65 cm. There are two varieties for this breed; one with short hair, one with long hair which can both be silver gray, brownish gray or mouse gray in color. In general appearance it is a lean dog, well muscled, but beautiful in its forms. He is a dog with a confident, upright appearance and a magnetic gaze. It stands out with its original color and agility.

It is a resistant and robust dog, with an average life expectancy of 12 years. They are not easily sick, but they do have some possible genetic conditions. It is therefore necessary to test the parents by DNA test. There are 3 genetic diseases detectable in the Weimaraner: HUU (urinary stones), SD (motor skills disorder of the hind limbs), HYM (tremors). Then, as All large dogs, the Weimaraner is at risk of hip dysplasia. Fortunately, it seems that it is increasingly rare in this Braque. They also risk stomach upset and their food and water intake should be measured. They are predisposed to certain eye conditions (ectropion, entropion and distichiasis). As with all dogs, it is always advisable, even if your dog does not have health problems, to consult a veterinarian annually.

The Weimaraner is a true hunting dog. They say he is the perfect combination of hunting dog and elegance. He is a lively, intelligent, energetic, obedient and very motivated dog to work. They like to fetch, but they especially excel as a pointing dog. They are affectionate and kind as adults, taking into account that they are little bombs of energy as puppies, especially if they lack stimulation. The Weimaraner is not easy to train. Like all hunting dogs, they are instinctive and they need education and a balanced environment because they very quickly pick up on the moods of those around them. Be consistent and patient in teaching him the limits, without imposing them. He is a dog who loves to learn and who is hypersensitive to his master's signals, by his origin. He therefore needs moments of work with his master, as well as moments of play and sport such as long active walks. Positive reward education suits him very well; an iron hand in a glove of velvet and softness; because he is intelligent and determined. With children, he is a very playful dog, as well as with his peers. He is completely adapted to family life, with whom he loves to share all the moments of life, especially if he has been well socialized from a very young age. Indeed, he is also a defensive and vigilant dog who willingly protects his family, especially by barking to warn. They say he is “a tough guy with a big heart”. He could be suspicious of strangers if he has not been accustomed to various situations. In terms of physical and mental needs, due to his hunting instinct, he likes long walks, searching with his nose. Short walks around the block won't be enough to make him happy. It is also not suitable for being alone for long hours. The Weimaraner intensively needs to move, challenge and let off steam both mentally (flair, work, obedience) and physically (dog sports: agility, flyball, swimming, fetch...) in the bond with his master. Positive hunting education is obviously also suitable for him.