How Long Do Weimaraners Live?
Weimaraners live 10-13 years on average. Here is the AKC breed profile, the health areas to stay ahead of, and how to give a Weimaraner more good years.
Breed profile
Breed profile and trait ratings: American Kennel Club. Trait scores are AKC ratings from 1 to 5.
At 70-90 pounds, the Weimaraner is a giant breed. Giant breeds age the fastest and sit at the short end of the canine lifespan range, which its 10-13 years average reflects.
Does a Weimaraner fit your life?
Large, athletic, and whip-smart, this breed wants to be your workout partner and shadow all at once. It gives back enormous devotion and trainability, but it needs serious daily exercise and doesn't handle being left alone well.
A great match if you
- You'll get a dog that's both eager to learn and naturally protective of home and family.
- You're a great match if you have active kids who want a playmate.
- You'll have an intensely loyal companion that wants to be wherever you are.
- You can take this dog through moves and new environments reasonably well, as long as your bond stays intact.
Think twice if
- You need serious daily exercise and mental work, this breed is not suited to a sedentary lifestyle.
- You should expect this dog to struggle with being left alone for long periods.
- You'll want to socialize early, this breed isn't automatically easygoing with unfamiliar dogs.
- You'll want space and a strong leash hand for a dog this large and driven.
Health areas for the Weimaraner
Based on the breed profile, the health areas most worth staying ahead of for a Weimaraner are Dental and oral health, Daily gut health and Eye and vision (owners often watch for dental, gum, stomach).
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Weimaraner facts, quick answers
How long do Weimaraners live?
Weimaraners live 10-13 years on average, and plenty go beyond that. The two biggest levers on where a given dog lands are keeping it at a lean, healthy weight and staying ahead of the health issues the breed is prone to.
How big do Weimaraners get?
A full-grown Weimaraner stands 25-27 inches (male), 23-25 inches (female) and weighs 70-90 pounds (male), 55-75 pounds (female), which puts it firmly in the giant-breed range.
What kind of dog is a Weimaraner?
The Weimaraner is a sporting breed, and one of the country's more popular breeds, ranked 55 of 208. It is a giant dog that typically lives around 10-13 years.
Are Weimaraners high-energy dogs?
Weimaraners are a high-octane breed that needs serious daily exercise and, ideally, a job to burn it off; without that outlet they get bored and restless.
Are Weimaraners easy to train?
Weimaraners are very trainable and love having their brain worked, picking up commands quickly with positive, consistent training.
Do Weimaraners shed a lot?
They are moderate shedders. A weekly brush keeps most of the loose hair off your furniture.
Do Weimaraners bark a lot?
They bark a normal amount, mostly to let you know something is up.
Are Weimaraners good with kids?
Weimaraners are great with children, gentle and patient, which is a big reason families love the breed; supervise young kids around any dog.
Do Weimaraners get along with other dogs?
Weimaraners are able to get along with other dogs, though early socialization helps and some prefer to be the only dog.
Are Weimaraners good for first-time owners?
Weimaraners are a forgiving choice for a first dog, thanks to their trainability, adaptability and manageable needs.
