What are the Best Dog Foods for Weimaraners?
Got energy to spare? The Weimaraner may be just the right dog choice for active lifestyles and big open yards. And the right nutrition can keep this energetic breed moving happily and healtfully. Here's what to consider when choosing a diet for a Weimaraner, and check out some of our top picks.
AKC Classification: Sporting Group
Exercise Required: 1-2 hours/day
Ideal Weight
Healthy Male Weight: 70-90 lbs
Healthy Female Weight: 55-75 lbs
Breed Summary
The Weimaraner is known for his stamina, speed, and endurance. A breed used to hunt large game such as bear and wild boar, his human companions would tire long before this loyal dog. Always on alert and with fine, aristocratic features, this breed has long been respected especially after famous owners such as Grace Kelly and President Eisenhower raved about theirs back in the 1950s. It’s no wonder they got such great reviews as they are not only sleekly gorgeous but friendly, intelligent, and obedient as both hunting dogs and family pets. As a fun fact: the distinctive gray-silver color of the Weimaraner coat explains the breed’s nickname of Gray Ghost
Physical Traits
Active, elegant, shiny gray-silver coat
Personality Traits
Fearless, loyal, intelligent, friendly
Health Considerations for Weimaraners
The Weimaraner is a breed that enjoys overall good health. But with such an active nature, wear and tear on joints is a truth to keep in mind. Also, as a deep-chested dog, owners must be alert to the threat of Gastric Torsion or Bloat. All of these issues can be addressed with a veterinarian and careful diet/feeding.
A healthy Weimaraner will enjoy a life expectancy of 10-14 years. These pups have big appetites, so be sure to carefully select their diet and adjust it with their developmental phases for optimal health.
Joint Issues
The biggest worry with the Weimaraner breed is the susceptibility of joint conditions like Hip Dysplasia and Osteoarthritis, sothe foods or supplements we recommend should contain:
Bloat/Gastric Tortion
As a deep-chested dog, the Weimaraner is prone to Bloat, or Gastric Torsion, so we recommend the following:
Skin Conditions
Similar to other breeds, skin allergies are common among Weimaraner. So, we like to see their food contain:
Cancer
One of the most common health problems experienced by German Shorthaired Pointers is cancer. There are various different types of this disease that the breed can be predisposed to including mammary tumors, mast cell tumors, and lymphosarcoma. Cancer can't always be avoided, but the many benefits of a healthy diet and lifestyle does include being able to prevent some cancer.
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Foods We Recommend: Weimaraner Puppies
When do Weimaraners grow out of the puppy stage?
14-18 months old
Little Weimaraner can have a big appetite, so treat your puppy with the right food to give proper nutrition during their growing stage. They require more energy to perform their training and proper body development. The right dog food ingredients improve brain function and grow immunity.
Rocky Mountain Recipe with Red Meat Puppy Grain-Free Dry Dog Food
Be Natural Puppy Real Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food
Smart Puppy Original Dry Dog Food
Beneful Healthy Puppy with Farm-Raised Chicken Dry Dog Food
Foods We Recommend: Weimaraner Adults
When do Weimaraners become adults?
18-24 months old
Adult Weimaraner should provide high-quality protein to perform their optimum activity at their age. Based on the considerations above, we've listed some dog foods below that we like for adult Weimaraner to maintain their lean muscle.
Skin & Coat Formula All Life Stages Grain-Free Dry Dog Food
Purina ONE SmartBlend Chicken & Rice Adult Formula Dry Dog Food
Science Diet Adult Chicken & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food
Fresh, Personalized Ingredient Meal Plan
+ Custom, human-grade diet
+ More expensive than kibble
Foods We Recommend: Weimaraner Seniors
When do Weimaraners become seniors?
7-8 years old
As they age, Weimaraners' activity slows down and they become prone to weight gain. This results in pressure over the joints if an adequate diet is not given. Senior diets are formulated with lower fat and higher fiber to prevent joint and gastrointestinal problems. Some of our top picks are:
Bright Mind Adult 7+ Chicken & Rice Formula Dry Dog Food
Freestyle Senior Grain-Free Trout & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food
Senior High Protein Fresh & Raw Animal Ingredients Dry Dog Food
Limited Ingredient Diet Turkey & Potato Recipe Senior Dry Dog Food
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