The average Weimaraner lifespan is 11 to 12 years. Exercise and diet all play a part in your dog’s health and longevity. And together with good genes, the way you care for your puppy can help ensure that you and your dog share many happy years together.
Contents
- How we know 11 to 12 years is accurate
- What’s the longest a Weimaraner can live?
- Helping your dog live longer
Studies On Weimaraner Lifespan
There have been a few studies on the breed that come to very similar conclusions, ranging from 11 to 12 years across the board.
According to a 2004 UK Kennel Club study, the median Weimaraner lifespan is 11 years and 2 months. This lines up with this 2010 study of 242 Weimaraners that found the average lifespan to be 11.1 years. However, another study was a bit more optimistic, putting the Weimaraner lifespan at 12.6 years.
Longest Living Weimaraner
The longest living Weimaraner lived to 18 years and 10 months of age. This is obviously very unusual for most breeds of dog, especially larger ones. Although working breeds with a healthy shape do tend to longer than average.
Helping Your Dog To Live Longer
Although size plays a role in a dog’s lifespan, genetics, structure, and lifestyle will all impact a dog’s health and lifespan.
How Diet Impacts the Weimaraner Lifespan
The food a dog eats throughout his life will have an effect on his health. Restricting calories has proven to be one way to increase a dog’s lifespan as it will improve their quality of life. It will also help to avoid diabetes and delay the onset of conditions like osteoarthritis.
When it comes to what to feed an adult Weimaraner, it should be noted that this breed is quite prone to food allergies. It is recommended to use a grain-free dog food as this breed often have a problem with wheat, corn, soy and barley.
Avoid Bloat
Deep-chested breeds like the Weimaraner are at risk for bloat. This happens when the dog’s stomach fills with gas or air. If the blood supply is cut off, it puts pressure on the surrounding organs and can be fatal.
Unfortunately, Weimaraners can be fearful and are prone to separation anxiety. Since being anxious can make it hard to digest food, this increases the chance of developing bloat.
Feeding your dog smaller meals during the day can reduce the risk. Make sure to avoid exercise for at least an hour after eating.
Fear and Anxiety
Weimaraners chew on anything they can get their mouth around! This is due to their natural instincts to retrieve. But in dogs that suffer from fear or anxiety, it can result in eating inedible objects and other destructive actions. This puts them at risk for mouth and gum injuries as well as choking or surgery if they eat things they shouldn’t.
This study showed that the stress of a fear or anxiety disorder can negatively impact health and lifespan. Crate training can safely confine a dog and stop them from injuring themselves.
Exercise
Luckily the Weimaraner is not prone to becoming overweight as long as they get enough exercise. And for this high-energy, athletic breed, enough means rigorous daily exercise as these dogs have stamina and need to be able to run hard.
Dogs who don’t get plenty of daily activity and mental stimulation can become high-strung and edgy.
However, over exercising young dogs can lead to joint problems, so there is a balance to be found here when they are younger.
How Genetics Impact Weimaraner Lifespan
Fortunately, the Weimaraner doesn’t have the structural problems that impact many other purebred dogs. But like any breed, they are prone to inheriting conditions from their parents.
Bloat is probably the most serious disease, but Weimaraners are also at risk for some conditions which can affect their quality of life. To avoid them buy a puppy from health tested parents and a trusted breeder.
Like many larger breeds, the Weimaraner is at risk for hip dysplasia. Make sure both parents are tested as this can develop into painful osteoarthritis, bone spurs, and degenerative joint disease.
Osteodystrophy is a bone disease of the front limbs that affects the bones that grow quickly in large and giant breeds. This painful condition is obvious by swelling of the growth plates in the dog’s leg bones. It appears in puppies between the ages of two and seven months and the cause is currently unknown but may be related to the immune system.
Preventative Care
Since it’s much easier to prevent disease than to treat it, an annual checkup is crucial for keeping your pet healthy for as long as possible. Early detection of many canine diseases can increase the chances of a positive outcome.
Vaccinations also play an important role in preventing diseases like rabies, heartworm, and distemper.
Importance of Choosing a Good Breeder
It’s not just looks and temperament that your Weimaraner puppy gets from their parents, their health can be inherited too.
Fortunately, many genetic diseases now have health screening tests available for them. A good breeder will have health-tested both parents and be able to show you their health clearance certification.
Never get a puppy from a pet store or breeding facilities known as puppy mills. These dogs are usually kept in small cages and don’t receive any proper vet care, exercise, or even affection.
Ilona says
Writing again, my Cheyenne is now 17 and turned back into a cuddle bug again. Her sweet nature is addicting and I am thankful for every day.
Weims are definately part of the family and will not allow anything else❤️
Takes a true commitment by owners to include them in all your activities and they will reward you with all they have
Shaily says
Hi! My Weima. Sweetie. She is now 12 years and 10 months. Healthy so far. But I can see some age related problems already. Love her!!! She is great. Care of everyone at home. Speacial his human bro since he was born. Very close to me since I got her. She knows I’m her mom!! ❤️
Kim says
Tila lived to be a wonderful 12 years and 3 months. In her last month she became incontinent and despite a healthy appetite she was losing weight. Her mind started to go and on walks she would “track” a smell. I found it harder to recall her on off leash walks. Great with our kids. Well behaved. Travelled great in a crate. Loved just being next to me. The best of dogs and the best of girls
Angela Kearns says
Our Molson was 12 years 10 months. He got Lime disease but eat treated correctly. He had Atrophy in his rear legs. But that didn’t stop him! His kidneys started to shut down and in his last days he was not eating but vomiting bile. Best friend anyone could ever ask for and great with my kids! Loved unconditionally and had a smile on his face when I gave him the dignity of allowing him walking into the vet and holding him till his last breath!
DC says
DAisy was rescue at 5 she had a chip in her that recorded her age and hx. Her original owners tossed her out when they divorced. She is now 16 has a lot of fatty tumors she had heart worms when we found her and treated it. She has valium when needed. This is the dog breed to have. Because of traveling I don’t really need a dog but this is a good dog breed never leaves your side. At 16 she stood up against a rot ..a ppit bull.. doberman,, and huskey all at once …. those dogs were not threatening but they came into the yard around our child. Daisy was on top of it . This is a dedicated dog.
Michelle Collins says
We have Brooklyn 14, Katniss 9 and Skylar 7, all girls. Brooklyn is deaf and has arthritis but she is a beast. She has had a number of surgeries and separation anxiety as well as a stroke but never has her tail stopped wagging! Katniss is the most polite sweet pup ever and tries to be a professional squirrel stalker. Skylar never leaves her mama’s side and as a blue she is sneaky and stubborn. All girls are trained off leash so they enjoy wonderful running at the park and through the woods. They also sleep under the covers in our bed and have a 16 year old person sister that loves them to pieces. We had 2 males prior to these girls and they were solid breed representatives. These pups protect our home, love us unconditionally, snuggle like it’s their job and provide such entertainment. What an amazing breed!
Jennifer says
I had 2_Weim Babies. Our Molly was the best, so aware around our kids when they were little. If we didn’t say hello right away to someone entering our space she closed the distance putting herself between the kids and that person. Never trained her for that she did it naturally She was such a part of our family. We had her bred once and we kept one of her puppues. Both of them lived just shy of their tenth birthdays. They both developed a cancer that was fast growing. I miss them both always. The kids now grown in college say they will get weims one day. I love their personalities and spirits. I will get a pair next time as they hate to be alone. Do not get a weim if you are not prepared to make them family, they were bred to work ,play hard and spend their lives in the center of all that’s happening with the family
Ilona says
My girl Cheyenne will be 16 in few days. She’s been very healthy except having seizures since she was 12 following an ear infection.I’m sure her seizure meds help with the aches of age but she still goes on some walks in the woods and loves to go camping and hiking. She doesn’t go as far and she knows it always trying to push herself further. She has been a great dog and has not had any aggression but has always had anxiety when home alone. She’s lost most her hearing and muscle tone but can still go down short flight of stairs on our deck and wander around the yard and to the neighbors. She has some accidents as she gets off her loveseat not always making it through the nights. She still sits on a small coffee table so she can see the yard and keep watch. Of course she’s full of bumps and skin tags but always happy to see me when I get home and eager for a treat or the occasional French fry!
Slowing down the past few weeks and I’m dreading the day she goes, hoping it’s in a peaceful sleep. Every day is a joy with that sweet face.
My first one was 12.5 years old and suffered 3 strokes in one day. Don’t wish that memory on anyone.
Very sweet breed, anxiety and all. Just like having another child. Wouldn’t trade a min!
Judith says
Thank you for sharing you bloat experience. Today is my Weim’s 11th birthday. No signs of slowing down yet so your comments are so helpful!! I am so sorry for your loss. I hope the memories of your time together will help you through it.
Kristi says
Scarlett would have been 14 Oct 6 this year and we had to put her down this morning. Her health declined rapidly in the last three days. She had diarrhea for two days and then just stopped eating and drinking. She was covered in lumps and bumps and had some trouble with her hind legs but she was still very active until these last three-four days. She was the smartest sweetest pain in the rear and I miss her soooooo much
Jane B says
So sorry for your loss. Losing your great friend and family member just sux. I know there are no words that will make you feel better. 🐾💜🐾
Stacy says
My Reagan is 14 years and 3 months! He’s had acl surgery on both hind legs a year apart within the last two-three years and a tooth and cancer mass removed from his gums. He’s extremely lumpy! His back legs aren’t the strongest but he’s doing pretty well. We have to pick him up to get on the bed, but he can jump down on his own. He’s on rimadyl for pain morning and night, and he’s recently been having issues pooping inside when he’s laying down sleeping. His hearing is almost gone and his eyes are cloudy. He stills gets up to greet us when we come in and he still loves a good treat!
Tammy says
Precious will be 14 on August 12th. She has been a great dog for our family of many. Over the past few months she is falling a lot, can’t get up in the bed and even has trouble getting up and down steps. My husband typically has to pick her up and carry her up and down. Over the past two weeks she has suddenly become very aggressive to anyone including me and my husband. She use to be scared of the dark, thunder storms and had terrible separation anxiety and we had to do some remodeling lol. she has always slept under the covers with me and my husband. But now when we try to pick her up she just will grawl and snap at you. I have nine grandkids and they don’t really understand why they can’t come near her. She has started peeing and pooping in the house even if you take her out she comes in and does it. She has developed a dry cough and coughs all night long. Her earring is definitely going. She has been given medications for arthritis, dry cough etc. and the vet says that she just is at an age where she is just tired and doesn’t want to be bothered. I miss her and how she use to cuddle with us even at 70 lbs and now she is an aggressive dog. We don’t want to put her down but having a 6 month old baby up to 19 Year old we have to worry about them as well. There is always a lot of activity at our house. Any thoughts?
Shanta’i says
Hi,
I’m sorry to hear about your fur baby. I had a 13 year old Weimaraner, his 14th birthday would have been October 5th. We had to euthanize him for all of the reasons ( except for aggression) you mentioned in your post. He had been experiencing ongoing weakness in both hind legs for over a year. He developed a dry cough over the past 6 months that would not let up. We tried everything. Steroid injections seemed to work the best and they only lasted a week tops. He then started coughing up blood intermittently between the coughing spells last month. That was scary. He started using the bathroom in the house, despite using it outside about 7 months ago which became progressively worse this June. We bought him the dog wheelchair (walking wheels) earlier this year to get more time with him and help with the twice daily walks. He was down 50% because he just couldn’t handle four time a day walks anymore. We finally decided to euthanize yesterday evening. Our house is not a home anymore. It’s so eerily quite, it’s almost scary. Sir Lucas was our baby since almost 6 weeks of age. He was my first dog as an adult, I got him before I was legally old enough to drink and now I’m 34 years old. I understand what you are going through. What I learned over these last few years with my Weimaraner is that if they can’t live the life they had at their peak, they aren’t going to be happy for long. They were bred to go for 8 hours at a time retrieving and working for their owner. I could see my dogs light in his eyes dim over the last year and that was killing me. Despite my selfishness to want him with me forever, I knew it was getting closer and closer to our final goodbye. Yesterday was a bitter sweet day. He is no longer in any pain, no more dealing with accidents on himself, no more walking wheels, no more medications (he took 6 meds twice a day for pain mgmt, anxiety, and chronic stomach issues) at the end. Listen to your pet and watch their body. They will let you know when it’s time. Best of luck to you and you have my prayers.
Lynn says
My dog will be 12 years old in January. I have exactly the same problem you do. My daughter has a three-year-old and is pregnant with twins and I do not trust my dog around them because he has slowly became more aggressive. He has lived a wonderful healthy life until the last year his hind legs are giving away not quite able to jump on the bed or in the backseat of the car. He is still a very happy dog until my granddaughter comes bye. He has snapped at her before and has snapped at my daughter. He growled at me in bed a few nights ago because I just happen to put my hand on his bottom and he didn’t like it. He has never acted like this before. The question is can you trust your dog around your babies? I have to say no and I’m using an angel Euthanizer to come to my home next week.
Sara says
Sadly, my son’s beautiful, loving, gentle Weim sucumbed to bloat today at just 4 years old! he got through the operation but died a few hours later! He was a healthly happy boy who moved from the UK to France and had spent every day of his life with my son! We are all devasted!
Pata says
We lost our 4 yr old Molly, beautiful strong girl to bloat and when taken to vet she was also discovered to have cancer through her. It was a horrible blessing. We have since had 7 other Weims all girls they all took a piece of my heart.
Shiloh's Mom says
Shiloh is a happy male weim at 14 years 6 months. In the past six months he got diagnosed with a nasal carcinoma and some type of mass in his bladder (opted not to do testing on that one). He just recently lost his hearing completely, but he’s great with body language. He’s still the walk-lover, cuddly, sleeps in the bed with us, kinda guy. He has outweighed my expectations greatly.
Diana says
We’ve got a 13 year old female weimer, Lena and we just love her to bits. My daughter & son-in-law bought her at 4 months old, when she became extremely active & destructive we then took over. I had recently retired & had plenty of time for her, we’d take our walks 2 x’s daily & she has become the sweetest passive dog ever. She does have problems w/allergies, we gave her allergy shots for over 2 years and her skin was beautiful. She occassionally has problems but her vet has given her Apoquel , medication that treats and controls itching, irritation and inflammation. As Lena has aged her walks have shorten, she takes glucosamine chondroitin daily for her arthritis. While Lena is still w/us we try to make her as comfortable as possible, she’s a big part of our lives. ❤
Cres says
Blue will be 16 April 8 2021. Had seasonal allergies aug thru nov. Not the past 2 years. At age 3 started feeding him Fromm white fish and potatoe this kept his weight great. My mother in law had his brother we lost him one day before his 13th birthday…he had diabetes and lost his eyes at age 9 but it didn’t slow him down. My Blue is sweet always crazy excited to have me home. Have to crate him to keep him out of thing and to keep him safe. His teeth are all worn down from destroying metal crates..he could get out of them . 4 years ago got him a big plastic crate only metal door he loves it and is safe. The last 3 months he has been on pain pills for his legs and back has hugh growth s on legs . All his test on his organs test great. The pain pills keep his legs moving great. Still jumps on the bed ..I did give him a ottoman to step on. He doesn’t hear great and I think his sight is starting to go. He still loves so much. I want to have a sweet sixteen party for him. His brother went suddenly I pray he goes in his sleep I Don’t want to have to make that decision. Hes been a great dog. Separation anxiety has been hard to deal with I hate crating him but it what was safest for him. Hes been a great protector..loving dog.
Renae says
Winky, my sweet angel, is a 15 year 2 month blue weim. This girl is a fighter…she has survived cancer and pyometra, gum surgery, infection in her foot, For the past few years, I have fed her a diet of chicken, liver, brown rice, spinach, tumeric, and several supplements. She has always loved her walks, and although she can barely stand and has lost continence, she still fights to continue her walks in the woods when she’s able. She is now in diapers when in the house and wears a jacket with handles to assist her on walks. She has degenerative myelopia and her legs are giving out. The past few weeks have been heartbreaking….my girl has reached the end of her fight and I am faced with the most difficult decision of my life. She’s still eating, and today enjoyed being outside in a wagon, but she has grown so tired…and just wants to be with us, will fight to get up if we leave the room. My love for this dog is so overwhelming that I don;t know what to do…I don;t think I can bear ending her life (or watching her die naturally either) I know I should be grateful for being given this much time with her, but it could never be enough. What a wonderful special dog this is…unlike any other pets I’ve had, she is the most like my child. Weimeraners are absolutely beautiful loving loyal companions if given the opportunity to become a true member of your family. I have been so very blessed.
steve says
our wiem is about 16 and within the last 6 months have experienced with her having pee and poop control problems. as far as the peeing accidents, our vet put her on prion and that corrected it. the loss of her control of poop accidents was corrected by a dog food change to seniors food. as far as her back and legs go, our vet put her on MELOXIDYL and that did help out a lot.
Liz says
💗. My Dudley will be 14 tomorrow, July 4. He was the runt hence his name. I so relate to what you are saying and my heart goes out to you. They are true blessings!
Alex says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Your love for your beautiful dog is clear, and thank you so much for telling me and other people about the signs of bloat. Stay safe.
Rino says
Sorry for your loss. Don’t beat yourself up. You did the best you could. My 14 1/2 year old sweet Weimar, Moose, is with us after surviving GDV (bloat) 3 years ago only because I lost my 3 1/2 yr old Doberman to bloat many years ago and I knew exactly what to look for and; luckily; the 24 hr ER vet clinic was able to get a surgeon on-site at 4am. We were lucky and he’s done great. The extra years have been worth it though he’s getting older; sleeps a lot; is mostly deaf; but; is the most loving and loyal dog. Having lost my dobe; I feel your pain because I still miss him and I felt guilty because I didn’t feel like I did enough to save him. But; we both did our best for them going above and beyond in the middle of the night at the vet and they know that. You should know that.
Barbara Lehmann says
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My 1st Weim live to 14 and I was selfish to keep him that long. Now I have a 12 y/o that is showing the same symptoms of arthritis, legs collapse, lethargy. I feel your pain. Wylie is all I have in this world and when its his time it will be mine too.
KRISTINA JAKS says
Dear Barbara,
I just read your message and am in tears. I get the love for your Weim is almost overwhelming. I have waited for 40 years for my first dog, having desperately wanted a Weim from when I was 7 but never being able to offer the proper home until a couple of years ago. We got Rocket as a 2yo rescue and he is so loving and loyal. Please reach out to someone when it is time to say goodbye to Wylie to get the support that you will need. Please take care.
joy says
Anyone have issues with their Weims teeth and smacking them and licking, like somethings stuck? My Weim is 11.5 years old and has had chronic pancreatitus for nearly 5 years. He’s got seasonal allergies, plus is allergic to proteins (chicken, beef etc) and I’ve fed him all the vet prescription foods (can and dry mixed) available for Gastroenteritis: Hill’s, Royal Canine, and we tried the hydrolyzed chicken dog food. Also, I boil and freeze organic chicken breast to add that and cooked carrots as a topper to each of his 3 smaller meals. And, he gets 1 Greenie a day (sometimes a pill pocket when I need to give him meds). Despite this, he’s a happy energetic dog, with a crazy fast wagging cropped tail. We run, we hike, he is a lover. He does get yeast infections in his ears a brownish muck. He has one large lipoma (fatty bump) and is starting to get several more. He also has a skin tag that is about an inch long. He’s been having issues with his teeth, but gets them cleaned once a year. To me, his gums look angry and swollen above all his teeth. In April, one vet gave him antibiotics to stop the infection, them cleaned his teeth a week later. The gums look bad again, I think. He’s starting to not eat very well, so I got him more antibiotics and a little Galliprant for pain. I don’t know what to do, because we can’t get his teeth cleaned every few months. I do brush them nightly, but don’t do a good job getting them on the inside or in the back. He had a cytology test for a new fatty area around where his axillary gland is, waiting for the results. Anyone have teeth issues, chronic pancreatitis, allergies to almost everything, maybe kidney issues or lymphoma? If so, do you have any advice?
Suzanna Roberts says
Try a toothpaste with calendula and coconut oil. It will help him naturally.
Barbara K Lehmann says
I have a 12 y/o Weim (rescued @2-3 y/o) his teeth were in very poor condition related to chewing chains to escape abuse several times. His teeth are cracked, broken, and worn down to the gums. I worry constantly about infected gums. This may be his last year as arthritis is a problem in his back and legs are buckling. About your mouth issue I use Dental Formula that decreases plaque. It is a liquid you put in the dog’s drinking water. The company is Pet Lab Company. It is suppose toreduce plaque,restore enamel,prevent gingivitis, freshens breath and reduces bacteria. Made in USA.
Geoff says
Hi, I got my rescue weimer 16 months ago who is now 10.5 years old, he has a large lymphoma under his front leg and several small ones on his tummy, the vets still think unless it really bothers him to leave it even though it does look a bit odd. He has a very delicate stomach and the food I have found which keeps his motions the healthiest is called Burns sensitive pork and potato. His bouts of being loose are far less frequent. Hope this is of use.
Andrew says
I have a weimerainar named Jackie, she is 16 years old in November, 2020. She has been a very good dog to me, never had any bloating from what I can tell, I used to jog her/ walk her between 2.4 miles daily. And I think she’s been on a 10 mile walk or longer a few times, she was the rubt of the family, she got hit by a car and now has a steel plate in her leg, that was 4 years ago, she still walks 1-1.75 miles every day, broken up into smaller walks we usually do 3 walks a day. Feed her Ian’s senior plus canned dog food. She loves it. She weighs about 50 lbs.
Brent Stephens says
I just lost my female Holly at 11 1/2yrs old this past weekend. She was very active on our ranch and ran and self hunted our wildlife slough on a daily basis. Love swimming in our 2ac private pond. She used to ave 15mph on her daily 2 mi round trip runs to my parents on our ranch. She was very large for a female-85lbs…Incredible nose and hunting dog. I already miss her immensely. She put labs to shame with it came to hunting!! Amazing watching her work birds in her younger yrs. The most loyal dog I’ve ever owned!! She guarded me and my boys when younger 24/7-always by my side. She passed quickly-server seizure…Passed doing what she loved-hunting the slough on our ranch…
Sean O'Brien says
Abigail is 13.6, this month. Almost lost her last year, but she bounced back. Still playful, though she has slowed down a lot in the last couple months. She’s a porch queen by day and a bed hog at night.
Paula says
Our dear Sam is 15 years, 7 months. Mobility has become quite limited, his daily walk is now less than a mile. He will still try to steal food from the counter in the kitchen however
paula says
We adopted Oscar and Marley when they were 7. Oscar went suddenly blind but lived to 12 years and 2 months, and active even blind. Marley, the older of the pair by 6 months, is now 13 years and 5 months. Has a little arthritis but doing great and still going strong.
Rascal says
My Weimaraner (Rascal Von Manor) was blue and the highlight of my life. Unfortunately I had to put her down after 14 1/2 years due to severe vaginal bleeding.
Her hobbies were bird catching, strolling on bleach, romps in the snow, long walks, and trying to kill people.
She was the best indoor dog I ever had and the bestest friend I ever had.
She was so smart that she would turn on water faucet to drink water. One regal lady I will never forget.
marcus says
Alice is 14 & change, has a blown ccl & some cancers of the skin, deaf as a post, but is a happy camper every day. Lesson learned … any day you get up is a great day. We can learn a lot from them.
Jae says
Awww, I had my Weim Blue – he was 3 months off his 14th birthday considering he got bloat Twice – I was very lucky to have him the length of time that I did. It took some years to discover dried food was not good (even though I asked the breeders should I feed raw) he got bloat twice on James Wellbeloved maybe coincidence though I got paranoid and changed it! He loved chappie until they changed it to wheat based (recommended by the vet as I tried all the brands even science plan and Royal Canin) which is when I discovered he was wheat intolerance so he went on a diet of chicken, rice and vegetables he could eat and also fish and I think it’s why I managed to keep him for so long. His pedigree was from the line of Jill Avery so I knew he was of good stock. Never had a problem him being on his own for a couple of hours – left the radio on he liked classical and smooth fm other stations I’d come back and he’d chewed something like a remote! I’m still too emotional to get another dog and it’ll be his birthday next week – certainly won’t get another Weim none could compare – maybe Doberman’s if I do? Luv Great Danes though they don’t live long hence getting a Weim as they look similar and live longer.
Has/is anyone else going through a similar dilemma about getting another dog?
Brent Stephens says
Hi Jae-love this site!! It answered a lot of questions about Holly dog I lost last Sat. The sudden seizure she had last Sat on a hot am morning had me wondering what caused a healthy dog to pass so quickly? Heat related? Best and most loyal dog I ever owned. She only lived to be 11 1/2yrs old-got her as a pup. Ave age I learned from this site. Best hunting dog I’ve ever owned, smart and very powerful animal!! Incredible swimmer. Watching her hunt and scoop up birds off the ground at full stride was amazing to witness. She once swiped a burrito out of a gals hand at full stride out in the orchard behind my house. I was soo embarrassed Holly swiped here breakfast LOL The ladies were all laughing… I’m going thru the emotional loss of her now. Glad I have so many great pic and memories of her. Only major surgery was to save her eye-cost me $7K to save it, so yes you could say I loved that dog very much!!! She was such a beautiful weimer I couldn’t bring myself to having her eye removed so had the gland repaired that fixed her eye…I’m going thru the dilemma of just getting a pound dog vs another hunting weimer and purebred? I’ve always been a lab guy-but Holly def didn’t disappoint. I also love the short hair and low maintenance as far as bathing my weimer was. She would swim in our 2ac pond frequently keeping her clean and odor free as a house dog. Trash hound-Absolutely-dog could eat anything and pass it and love to swipe tomatoes from our fields we grow on the ranch…Walnut on the ground around my house another one of her fav treats!! They are amazing dogs-will be hard to replace Holly Dog!! Weimer fan for life!!
Sean O'Brien says
I waited two and a half years between dogs (both Weimaraners). Take your time.
Patti Leigh says
As I write this, my Lily, the four-legged love of my life, is lying beside me. She s dying. Sadly, she will not live to her 16th birthday next week, August 19, 2020.
Brent Stephens says
Sorry Patti-sorry to hear what your going through-your not alone. Just lost Holly- my 11 1/2yr old weimer 3 days ago-suddenly and unexpectedly. Miss her soo much-what an awesome dog!!!!
Louis says
My Lilly passed away two days ago.my whole family are broken she gave us so much love.From pup too best pal house is so silent.
maria n. says
Hallo, i have an 11 month girl and i am wondering if neutering affects the life span as there is no mention of that and my vet insists it makes a difference so i was just wondering if there is any feedback on that
Thank you
joy says
I recently was approached by a German lady in the store who said “your dog has issued because you castrated him.” They need the testosterone, it’s a health benefit.
Judy says
Sonja is 16-1/2 years old. She had bad skin rashes and seizures early in life, which cleared up with a raw food diet (with chicken and turkey only for protein) and care from a naturopathic vet and also our cranial-sacral therapist. She hasn’t had a seizure for about 12 years! She has reached this ripe old age despite having chronic pancreatitis for the last 7 years or so, with good advice about diet changes. Very lumpy, totally deaf, but such a sweet cooperative girl, and still looks so young running around outdoors!
Bob byrne says
Well we are hopeful for our Maggie taking the record she is 17 years 7 months a little gimpy at times still plays and loves her peeps. We are very lucky to have such a wonderful dog.
Deborah Dean says
I have a Weim who is reaching for 18 in September 2020. She was a 2 year old rescue who I brought home in 2005 when I was on the board of a Humane Society. They thought she was a vicious dog. The story is a romantic one, but she has been with us as a devoted member of our family. She has lipomas and hip issues, but still treks around the yard on her own, resting every so often to catch her breath. I have told her many times that it is ok to cross the Bridge, but she refuses to do so. She is deaf and obeys hand signals. Long live Jade!
JULIENEIMER says
Julie Kay just turned 14 on February 24. She had her annual yesterday and Dr. said she is great. Heart, lungs, blood work all good. I love my Julie. Everyone always thinks she is a puppy when we are out. She is amazing. Still runs 3-5 miles. Weims are the best. She has lots of lumpy lumps and all are just fatty tissue. Very protective of her human owner and I love it.
Carrie G says
We have a blue, Lexi, she is 15 yrs and 6 months old. She has had large lipomas on her since 4 yrs old and still is active… up and down stairs, jumps on the bed, and can open every door in the house not locked. She does sleep a lot more now than in her active years.. I think part of her life expectancy living longer has been having a sister, rescue German Shepherd/Lab mix.
Carol says
Our Weim, Milo, is 14 yrs, 7 mos old. Each day he still “patrols” our 3 acres and stops at the next door neighbor’s for his treat mid-way through. Aside from some fatty bumps, slightly cloudy eyes, and summer allergies, he’s still going strong. Every now and then he will still attempt to catch a squirrel – used to be able to but it’s been several years.
cassie watt says
My dog Deja just reached 20 this year! shes a sweetheart!!!
Deborah Dean says
You should turn her info in as she would be the longest living Weim on record.
Mary Millard says
Our Weim Peyton is 14.5 years old. She still walks every day and plays with neighborhood dogs. We have kept her trim and her teeth are still super as well as her eyes. The only things we notice is she sleeps more and is a bit slower to get up from a laying position.
Gaynor says
My beautiful Weimaraner Misty is 14.4 and still loves to walk miles. She falls over things with her eye site going and is completely deaf but still rules the roost in the house ❤️
Debs says
My susie is 14 and a half still thinks she is a puppy wonderful baby girl
Katie says
I just lost my Lewis 2days ago (11/16/19). He was 16.3 years old. He remained healthy and active until approximately 6 months ago. Best dog ever! If I ever decide to have another dog, it will definitely be a Weimaraner!!!
Sheri says
Pieper is a young boy at 5 years old . He is blue and the best boy ever!! I mean he gets into his fair share of trouble . Also I lost one boyfriend over him but that’s ok I wouldn’t trade my baby boy for anything. We are each other’s world .
joy says
That’s kind of funny, you lost one boyfriend. When I got divorced and moved in with my boyfriend, he said he didn’t think my Weim should come with me. I just laughed, really hard. I said I would desert that dog and my ex is too irresponsible to keep him. Four years later, and he loves our boy (the Weim) so much!
Debbie says
Codey is 10 and is in generally good health,apart from some allergies that cause jet to be prone to yeast infections in her ears. Codey is happy to go out for walks and still runs like a pup when she’s off lead!
We’re love her so much.
Gale says
Leah is 12 years and 6 months and going strong! She loves to walk and be outside. Leah is not the smartest dog in the world but she is definitely one of the best. She has selective hearing now and can still run up and down the stairs. She loves her car rides and is very sociable with other dogs. She does have issues with wetting at night and I am going to get
diapers for her. I cut her water intake after 7 pm. Leah is just the best dog!!!
John says
Perry is 14 and has been slowly suffering from demyelination and just recently has lost his ability to stand up unassisted. We just ordered a doggy wheelchair for him but I suspect his time with us is growing short. It’s a shame as he still thinks he’s a puppy and still acts like one. He has such a wonderful, gentle personality. He’s lost most of his hearing and has cataracts in both eyes but he looks so young for his age. He’s been a wonderful part of our family and I only hope when He passes on from this world that he’s had a happy life and that he knows he was loved unconditionally by us.
Carolyn says
We have had our Cinder-Ella since she was a pup. 15 years and 10 months later, she’s still spunky and has her good and bad days. Her hind legs are weak but she enjoys walking around outside and keeps up with us around the house when we’re home. She’s very sociable and loves being brushed. Her hearing has been diminishing over the past few years but sometimes we think it’s selective. Her sense of smell is still very keen. She does have some leaking issues, but we have found diapers are helping her at night. We love her, after all she’s been around almost half my marriage, half of my oldest daughter’s life and most of my youngest. We plan to make her as comfortable as possible and be attentive to her needs.
Yuka says
My Weimy Elliott will be 15yrs old in December. He always eating quality of kibble all of his life, but recently, I switched to Raw food last year. He has been issue with his back leg, but he still get up and run. He has great appetite and love to eat his Raw food everyday. I will keep him healthy and give him a quality of life as long as he lives. I am happy to see he is doing well for his age, and I can see Raw food is helping him even more than kibble!!!!
My husband and I love Weimaraner………
paul says
Our Hannah is 15 years 4 months. She has lost her hearing and her hind legs are weak.
We live on a farm so she has always had lots of room to run and has stayed thin. She still likes to walk up and down the 500 ft driveway and still loves her food.
We have never fed her premium dog food although have always topped up her bowl with any leftovers from the family dinner. Chicken, baked ham and cheddar cheese are her favorites.
Jaime says
Roxy is 13yrs 4months – has lost a bit of hearing and some dropping in back hips but can’t wait for her walks everyday. Our 1yr old weim Luna keeps her on her toes. We’ve stuck to high end clean dog food. Cbd oil has changed her life ! She’s the most amazing, obedient , loyal friend.
Jim H. says
Brady is 11years and 3 months old and still going stong! We took him for a half hour trail hike yesterday and he loved it. He has slowed down this past year, but still wants his two walks a day. He is the best friend I could ask for.
Peter says
KC is 12 years 4 months old. She has slowed a little and her hearing is selective, but she is doing great. Her sisters keep her young. They are Kandi 6 years and Sapphire 9 years. Love this breed!
Polly Spa says
Oscar Mayer Weimer will celebrate his 12th birthday on October 7th. His older brother Marley turned 12 years old on March 7, 2019. Oscar lost his sight to SARDS a year ago; Marley is getting a bit stiff in the joints. Both have lost weight but have good appetites. Oscar’s in kidney failure but has been for over a year. It’s controlled for now.
Miriam morejon says
Bella&Dora are 11 yrs. 6 month Dora still very active Bella a little slower. But in good health
Barry says
Riley is 11 years 9 months. I stopped having him run with me while I was on the bike about 2 years ago, but he still loves to go for long walks and jogging. He has kept his weight within 2 lbs throughout his entire adult life. His favorite thing is hunt trials and FOOD!
He is the absolute best dog we have ever had. Kind, gentile, smart and he only barks on very rare occasions. He LOVES people more than other dogs.
Andrea says
Our Kukla (“little doll” in Greek) is 15 years 4 months to the day. She has slowed down and suffers from Degenerative myelopathy of the hind legs, and hearing loss. Her vision still seems to be pretty good for her age. She also suffers some sort of seasonal allergy on her back paws – she doesn’t lick them at all but they are red and raw on the tops so we treat it with Mupirocin and allergy meds. She is still the sweets pup out there and is obsessed with cookies! We have fed her high quality dog food all her life and she has maintained a healthy weight always. Can’t say enough good about this breed!
Katrina Brandwood says
Storm is 14 on the 29th of August he is deaf and lost some sight but still running around and opening doors although he does have arthritis it doesn’t seem to bother him he’s a good weight and he’s my world 🌎
Willamina says
Willa is 10 years and 3 months and is in good health and weight. She is very anxious during thunderstorms and fire works