Weimardale Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Weimardale is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Social
Steady
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Fast

Weimardale dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Weimardale. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Airedale Terrier, Weimaraner

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

The coat of a Weimardale dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Wavy

A Weimardale can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Weimardales are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Weimardale is a breed of dog that is known to have a higher frequency of health issues compared to other breeds. These issues can range from minor to serious, and regular check-ups with a veterinarian are essential in order to identify and address any potential problems as early as possible.

Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Immune Mediated Anemia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Entropion
Allergies

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Thyroid Panel
DNA for VWD

Weimardale have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Weimardales are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Weimardales are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Weimardale, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Weimardales usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Weimardale is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Weimardale should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) Weimardale feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Weimardale is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Weimardale is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Weimardale in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Weimardales living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

Weimardales are average friendly dogs towards children.

Weimardales are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Weimardales are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Weimardales are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Weimardales are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Weimardale for a mellower experience.

The Weimardale is a breed of dog that is known for being very easy to train. They are highly intelligent and eager to please, which makes them a great choice for both experienced and novice dog owners.