Weimaraner

The huge Weimaraner dog breed was developed in the early 19th century as a hunting companion. Royalty utilized early Weimaraners to hunt large wildlife like boar, bear, and deer. Weimaraners were used to hunt smaller species like birds, rabbits, and foxes when large game hunting lost appeal.

Weimaraners are versatile gun dogs. The name is derived from Karl August, Grand Duke of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, whose court, which was based in the city of Weimar, delighted in hunting. The Weimaraner has qualities including intellect, courage, a keen sense of smell, superb eyes, and speed. The name "gray ghost" of the dog world refers to the breed's ghostly coat and eye color as well as its stealthy hunting manners.

The Weimaraner has an athletic build. The tail is traditionally docked. The American Kennel Club breed standard stipulates that the mature dog's docked tail should measure around 6 inches in nations where this practice is still used. In some nations where the breed is presented with the complete tail, tail docking is prohibited. The German breed club standard calls for a full, robust, well-coated tail that can be carried above the line of the back when the dog is working, while the British Kennel Club breed standard specifies a tail that reaches the hocks and is carried below the level of the back when the dog is relaxed. The webbed paws of Weimaraners are proof that they make excellent water dogs.