Guide Note:Originally known as Weimar Pointers, the breed was developed and perfected for German royalty in the Weimar Republic of Germany in the early 19th century. They were bred to be courageous hunters with exceptional speed and tracking ability.
Fast Facts:
- President Eisenhower owned a Weimaraner named Heidi while living in the White House.
- Weimaraner's life expectancy is approximately 10-12 yrs.
- The Weimaraner is a pointer and an all-around personal hunting dog.
- The breed was first imported to the United States in 1929.
