The Weimaraner Lab mix is also often known as the Weimador or Labmaraner! It’s simply a hybrid puppy born from a Weimaraner and a Labrador Retriever. A Weimador will be intelligent, friendly, and eager to please. Which is a great combination for training! They will have a short coat that could come in any of the Labrador shades, or the silvery tones of the Weimaraner.
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What Do They Look Like?
There is some speculation that the silver Labrador is in reality a Weimaraner Lab mix. The evidence doesn’t back this theory up, but they do look similar to this mix.
Weimaraners come in three colors – blue, gray, and silver gray. Labs come in three colors – black, chocolate, and yellow. But, there is a rare color variation of Labradors called silver. Silver Labs are, in essence, chocolate Labs with a diluted color gene.
The Weimaranar Lab mix has a short, flat coat and floppy ears. Their muzzle is fairly long and slim, and they are pretty leggy too.
Labradors tend to be between 21.5-24.5 inches tall (male dogs fall on the taller side). They can weigh from 55-80 lbs. Weimaraners are just a bit taller and heavier. They can be as tall as 27 inches as an adult; females can be as small as 23 inches. Female Weimaraners weigh between 55-75 lbs, while males weigh between 70-90 lbs.
A Working Background
Labrador Retriever ancestors originally come from Newfoundland, where small water dogs pulled in nets and traps full of fish for their owners. Weimaraners they were bred as big-game dogs, but shifting hunting priorities turned the breed into a sought-after bird dog.
Although used for slightly different sporting roles, these dogs were both bred to be involved in retrieving game. To do that they needed to be intelligent, strongly bonded to their handlers and able to work cooperatively with them.
Weimaraner Labrador Mix Temperament
Temperament in mixed breeds is just like appearance – impossible to predict! But looking at the parent breeds can give us a better idea.
Both types of dog bark when necessary, so expect an occasional barker.
Also, both breeds are active and need exercise to get their energy out. They are easily trained, but must have some stimulation.
Fortunately, they’re definitely eager to please, so your mixed breed dog will be easy to train, good with children, and good with dogs if they’ve been socialized well. It’s best to supervise these interactions nonetheless.
Weimaraner Lab mix puppies could be high-spirited, like a Lab, or a great runner with plenty of stamina, like a Weimaraner. Most likely, a mix will be friendly and sweet.
Still, you should remember that your Weimaraner and Labrador mix can show traits of either parent.
Training and Exercise
A Lab Weim mix will respond best to positive reinforcement. Harsh, punishment-based methods can cause distrust and stubbornness when training. Training will offer much-needed mental stimulation, but also a little exercise. They are active, energetic dogs who need to run. Whether this is an energetic game of fetch, swimming, or hiking with you. They will be great candidates for dog sports like agility and rally.
Destructive behaviors will be reduced by staying fit and busy. Just be wary of over-exercising when they are young, as this can have a negative impact on the health of their joints when they are older.
Weimaraner Lab Mix Health and Care
A Labmaraner dog may be a mix, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it will avoid the health issues the parent breeds may experience.
Labs are generally a healthy breed. But they are genetically prone to obesity, vision problems, and certain types of cancers. They are also prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, which are developmental abnormalities in the joints. Large-breed dogs often suffer from these.
Weimaraners, too, are a generally healthy breed. But they are also genetically prone to certain conditions, hip and elbow dysplasia, cataracts, dermoids, corneal dystrophy, and distichiasis entropion.
(paid link) If you are buying a puppy from a breeder, ask to see both parents good hip scores and clear eye tests.
Weimaraner Lab Mix Puppies
Labmaraners are rarer than many hybrids, but you’ll still be able to find them online. When you visit a breeder, take note of the conditions of the dogs. Meet the pup’s parents, ask questions, and get physical proof of health screenings. Follow all the rules of meeting a breeder under any circumstances, and don’t commit to a purchase until you are satisfied.
What About Rescue?
If you’re happy to bring home a slightly older dog, you could consider getting a Labmaraner rescue. They are usually cheaper than puppies, and are past the awkward first training stages. But, this isn’t a hugely common mixed breed. So, it could take you a while to find a Weimaraner Lab mix suitable for your home.
Make sure to ask plenty of questions to find a rescue dog that will suit your home perfectly. If you can, find out why they were taken to the shelter. Also ask questions about their temperament, including how well socialized they are different types of people, animals, and things.
Dave says
We have had Labs and golden labs, but our Labmaraner is great. I’m 69 and my girl requires 3-4 miles of walking a day. Keeps me in shape! They are very affectionate and highly intelligent. You can’t go wrong! They love other dogs in the family and they love kids!
Susan Steele says
I adopted a male 1 1/2 year old. Velcro personality. Then got a Xolo male same age. The run and play all day. I have a large yard and access to trails. The Labweim is a little stubborn but gentle. Still working on leash training. He is chocolate with grey overtones
Susan Steele says
I rescued a labweim mix from shelter. About 1 1/2 years old. Velcro personality. I then adopt a Xolo about the same age. They chase and play all day. Fortunately I have a big yard and trails. Both males. Still working on leash training. He thinks everything is a game.
Jody says
I had a Labmaraner for 15 years she was awesome and I miss her every day,, if anyone has pups please let me know
Natalie says
I had one too. He lived over 15 years as well and was an amazing family dog and my best friend ❤️ Missing Gunner!
Amanda says
This site has very good information and is truly a great resource.
There is one point I’d like to make however. A true lab/weim cross will only ever be non-dilute when the lab is not a dilute or dilute recessive. The dilute dd locus is “supposidly” not present in “purebred” labradors, and always present in weimaraners. For a pup to be dilute this gene has to be present in both parents.
I myself own a silver labrador and I can verify that she is 100% labrador in temperament and aesthetic. She is AKC and has a pedigree going back 8 generations that I can see.
When skeptical people say that labs “never carried the dilute gene” I have to meet this with my own skepticism. Says who? At what point was the labrador genome sequenced in the 50’s to make this bold claim?
It is known that MANY breeds carry dilute, not just weimaraners. Any dog of “blue” color has it; dachshunds, American Pit bulls, dobermans, grate Danes, (basically every breed) as well as Chesapeake bay retrievers which are said to have been involved in early labrador breeding.
If both parents (lab an weim) have had genetic testing (which they should always have before breeding) there will be no color surprises.
Brent Stephens says
Well thanks to this site and learning about Silver Labs I”m sold!! Bo my Black hunting lab that got ran over yrs ago-and Holly my 11 1/2yr old Weimer I just lost are the 2 best dogs I’ve ever owned!!! I still like to hunt on occasion, so its a no brainer to seek this breed!! I think it would make the perfect dog…I’ll see if I can find a breeder in Northern Calif-if not might need some info on breeders. I’m willing to pick up a rescue dog as well…Any info on breeders in Northern Calif. would be greatly appreciated!
Barbara says
You can find Labrador/Weimaraner breeders by googling ‘silver labs’ because that’s what they are-weimadors
Kathy says
We adopted a Weimador two weeks ago. He’s a 5 1/2 month sweet pup. He is already house broken and Crate trained for night sleeping. He is a chewer (especially socks) and a counter surfer. He’s leaving for two weeks with a trainer at the end of the month. I’ll be so sad not having him here! We rescued him from a local rescue. We’ve submitted DNA to find out for sure what breed he is. Could have a little vizsla in he as well! Great dog!!!
Joellen Megan says
Where are you sending him for training?
Could you please send me the info?! Thank you!
Sincerely,
Joellen
Donna says
We have a 6 yr old male rescue. Weim grey in color, longer than lab ears, 75 pounds. He is hands down the smartest dog we have ever had… and we have learned a LOT about keeping food off the counters!!! He is great with most other dogs and even cats, great with kids and older people also.
We would get another one in an instant
Steven H says
I have had my Weimaraner/Lab mix for about a year now. I have had Golden Retrievers my whole life and i was dumbfounded how intelligent my Weimaraner/Lab was and how fast he learned. We had him for 2 days and when I vacuumed my house he instantly knew the vacuum was sucking things up so he would eat his food as quickly as possible in fear that it would be sucked up into the vacuum lol. He has been an absolute dream dog. I would say the only “flaw” would be he is very vocal but I love it. He will whine and make unique sounds when he wants to play, be fed or wants attention. My wife and I adopted him are very lucky.
Patty Cherry says
We just rescued our little Lab/Weimaraner mix . This is what the vet told us she was today. We found out she is only 6 1/2 weeks old. We found her Christmas Eve and is already house trained and sits . She is really a smart puppy and we have fell in live with her
Mike says
WE HAVE HAD Lucy FOR 10 YEARS, BEST AND SMARTEST DOG EVER..She has been ” Laid-Back” since a pup. Only complaint, she is a Barker. Lucy is the result of a pure Silver Weimaraner Father meeting a double Chocolate Lab Mother… She is Chocolate and often taken for a pure Lab. My neighbor has a pure Lab which is totally crazy compared to Lucy.. Highly recommend this cross…
Mary says
Mine, while still in puppy stage, has tried to kill chickens, cats and most of my wardrobe. Glad yours is working out.
Lecia says
We found our guy at Labs 4 Rescue in CT. He was 1 year old. Previously trained and very smart. Only energetic when greeting people and other dogs. Mostly lazy at home. Lives to lay on the couch and eat but mention walk and he’s certainly ready to go. Needs stimulation. Best dog I have ever had!! Never heard of the breed before but I highly recommend it. I think the Lab or Weimaraner rescues are the best way to go. He got too big for his NYC apartment I think.
William J Lloyd-Roberts says
We got Cassidy from rescue. He was about 9 1/2 months. He is mostly black with a white tux mark on his chest and silvery white bits on his feet (more so on his back feet) and currently weighs 65-70lbs. We were told he was a Lab Dane mix which he may well be but after a lot of research, fired by a single comment on a photos of him I had posted on Facebook. I am pretty sure he has a lot of Weimaraner in him too. I had never heard of the breed so I never questioned it before the comment. We have had him for 6-7 months now and he fits a lot of the descriptions I have been reading here, both in the way he looks, in character and in temperament. As soon as I saw him I knew he would be coming home with us and we have been inseparable since. We just sent off DNA samples so in two or three weeks we should have a good idea of his actual makeup. I am certain that he is Weimaraner, Lab and Dane, in that order. It will be nice to know how much of each?
Brittney says
Did you get his results back? I would love to see a picture of your pup!
Lisa says
I too am looking for this mix. I did the google search as well. I can’t find a breeder. If someone can share this information, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Gilda says
Great breed. I’ve had my girl for about 7 years. She’s really laid back and is good with our chickens, tortoise and other dogs. She’s my girl. I hope you are able to find one.
Denton Dunn says
I just got one and he’d absolutely beautiful, affectionate and very smsrt…housetrained and full of life…loves attention
Dennis Romanini says
I’m looking for a lab weimaraner mix puppy any suggestions!
Arleen Newton says
We have recently adopted a Labmaraner. He is a very muscular dog and highly intelligent. He’s about 18 months old. He is crate trained and quite obedient. He does love to chase after critters and barks at any person that comes to the house, yet wiggles his butt off when he greets them.
It’s going to be an interesting adventure as time goes by.
Dawna Potter says
Did you get him through a breeder? Would you be willing to give me their info.
Corey Battey says
Hi Arlee,
I was wondering where did you get your Labmaraner? I have googled the breed but can’t locate any sellers of the animal.
Corey
Debbie Miller says
If you are still looking for this breed go to Camp Jean located in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. She has one now.
MEGHAN says
We came across this breed by accident when getting a rescue pup. She is still under 4 months old but very obedient!! The intelligence level in this breed is one that Is amazing we have had her for over a week and she is crate trained, housebroken, and already has learned several commands. She is very energetic but wonderful with other dogs and children.
Traci says
We’re thinking of getting an 8 week old and with any pup they can be destructive, have you noticed any bad habits or if they do good around other dogs? Quick to learn? Any tips for this breed? Is your dog an indoor/outdoor dog?
Thanks in advance. ?
Bob Casey says
Ours is high energy 6 month old great with other dogs loves to play and is a in and out dog, he was house trained in the first week and has learned to sit first, he likes to grab your hands but does not bite down hard he likes to sleep on the bed which we don’t mind I think the breeder has kids that let him do this. He loves people but will bark at first until they greet him I think he would be great for a all around dog
Mary says
I just saw this site, we have a 5month old, which we have had for 3 months. So far he has tried to kill chickens, cats & most of my wardrobe.
Hope says
We adopted a 8 week old puppy who turned out to be a Weimaraner/lab/golden mix (we did DNA because people kept asking what she was-she’s a gorgeous dog). She was housebroken in two days, and learned basic commands within a week. She is super active and highly intelligent but can also be very stubborn. We did spend quite a bit of money with a trainer to assist us and it helped us to better understand how to work with her. I agree with Meghan’s comment …we’ve been slightly awed with her intelligence. She is good with children but her size and energy level can be overwhelming for the littles. She’s almost a year now and has been a wonderful addition to our family!