Weimaraner Care and Feeding of This Versatile Pet

Before getting a Weimaraner (also known as a Grey Ghost) you need to learn as much about them as possible. They are not like your run of the mill breeds. Their intelligence is among the highest in the dog kingdom and they have an uncanny sense of what you want them to do or learn. They are very active and don't do well when penned up or not given enough exercise.

If you don't have a large yard or plenty of time to exercise your pet Weimaraner you will be better off choosing another breed. They are fairly large so they need plenty of room both indoors and out. While they are not a house pet they will be laid back indoors as long as someone is with them. Left on their own for long periods will cause them to get restless and bored resulting in possible destructive behavior.

First step in caring for your Weimaraner is to make sure that you set up an appointment with a local vet. If possible this should be a veterinarian that practices holistic medicine. The more natural meds, food and other products you can find for your pet the healthier and happier it will be. This vet is going to go over all preventative care that you have to worry about in order to have a healthy pet. This will be especially true if you get a puppy. A number of cures and prevention products can be made from products found in the home. The Internet, your vet and other dog owners are good sources of natural products for keeping your pet happy and healthy.

You must make sure that the food that you are feeding your Weimaraner is a healthy and all natural dog food. The best food is a raw diet which will not only benefit your dog in the long run but will also provide a healthy coat and shine to your pet's fur. This breed has a tendency to bloat so it should be fed 2 or 3 small meals rather than a large one. Do not exercise for a while after feeding. It's best to exercise them and then feed after they have cooled down.

The next step is to make sure that you have followed through with good training to teach your dog how to behave. This can be done with a professional trainer, in classes or by yourself. Using a reward system is probably the best way if you decide to do it yourself. Make sure you have a good training guide and follow it closely. The most important thing about training a Grey Ghost is to make sure it knows you are the pack leader. Always be firm with your pet but not harsh as they crave direction and will be happy with this type of training. A Weimaraner is a very intelligent dog and will readily pick up on what you are trying to teach it. Keep challenging your pet so that it doesn't get bored.

You should know that your pet Weimaraner is going to respond best with the same structure day in and day out. Try to keep your pet on as much of the same schedule every day to allow it to know what to expect during the day. If you need to leave your pet alone for periods you need to teach him what he should be doing when you are not around. This will help keep your pet calm and more relaxed as it is easier for it to understand what each day offers to him.

Your Weimaraner is going to require a good amount of socialization at all times in order to keep it friendly and content. This means that you want to allow your dog to not only socialize with you and your household pets but also with other canine pets in the neighborhood. You will need to watch them around other types of pets, such as hamsters, rabbits or birds, due to the strong hunting traits of this dog.

A pet Weimaraner is one of the more all round family pets especially if the family is active and likes teaching their dog. They are very intelligent and like to be challenged so make sure you work with them every day. Keep in mind they need a lot of exercise. You should check out a Grey Ghost if you're looking for a great companion, hunting partner or just a family pet.

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