Living with animal magnetism

The Australian - Wegman’s sharp, commercially appealing oeuvre veers between kitschy-cute children’s books and his more thoughtful portraits of his patient weimaraner dogs dressed up and posed in ways that pointedly question the line between human and animal. Says
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Downtown dogs shop downtown Book signing planned
Free Lance-Star - Parading on paws, peeking with winsome dog glances into cheery yuletide windows–all the while hoping for holiday toys and chews–dogs are ready to shop. How about a holiday run? Ozlo is a bright and charming Weimaraner, whose accomplishments include
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The dog who ate a butcher knife
MSNBC - Albright has seen dogs who’ve gobbled down wooden meat skewers and discarded corn cobs. Dr. Mike Pavletic of the Angel One of the saddest items is a sports bra that a 13-month-old Weimaraner named Nova choked down after nosing it out of her owner
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Quick-thinking owner saves his dog
Summit Daily News - Jack, a Weimaraner mix, went to get some baseballs that were lying on the ground and tried to get several in his mouth. One went Chris Roth, veterinarian at Eagle-Vail Animal Hospital, said he doesn’t see a lot of owners having to do CPR on their dogs
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Ransom demands as Kim’s rare puppy goes missing 

GIVE us 2,000 or the dog dies - that’s the chilling message dog-nappers have sent a distraught hospital boss. (15/11/2006 09:47:47)
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The Truth About Weimaraner Dog Growling

Most Weimaraner owners do not know about the growling reflex which occurs in many dogs when their ear canals are massaged. When this apparently unconditioned response occurs, the dog may be punished, stimulating defensive reflexes to fight, flee or freeze. Also, when many dogs display submissive growling and/or fang baring, (the submissive “smile”), naive owners apply harsh punishment or back away from the dog.

In either event, serious biting problems can result because the threatened dog displays submissive behavior, but achieves no relief from the owner’s threats or punishment so it then actively defends itself; or the retreating owner becomes fearful of the dog, which puts the dog in control.

Growling is one of the least studied kinds of canine behavior. Unfortunately, growling is widely regarded as something an owner should never tolerate, lest the dog become dominant in the relationship. In fact, many owners are advised to apply dominance handling techniques as a counter measure with Weimaraner puppies and adults.

The Social Implications Of Neutering & Proper Weimaraner Training

The Humane Society of the United States estimates that there are eighty to one hundred million dogs and cats in the country. Two to three thousand more are born every hour of every day. Last year alone the nation’s shelters had to euthanize thirteen and one half million dogs and cats.

The pet population in this country is obviously out of control. It is the responsibility of all Weimaraner owners to control the reproductive potential of their dog, whether it is a male or female. Spaying or neutering your dog is imperative unless you have serious breeding plans. If you do, please consider them carefully. Litters are hard work - the puppies demand time and patience. They must be socialized, trained, and placed in proper homes. It is serious business.

By no means breed your Weimaraner because you feel it would be good for it, or because you want your children to see the miracle of birth. When you train your dog, you are helping to stem the pet population explosion. Weimaraners that are obedience trained have a healthy rapport with their owners. These dogs generally come when called, which is one way of preventing unwanted backyard breedings.

Photo by Robb Long

Southwest Journal - policy and eliminating a partial reimbursement program for veterinarians who spay and neuter pets adopted from the shelter. care and Control center, including a pair of cattle dog puppies and an expensive breed of hunting dog called a Weimaraner Read More

How To Register Your New Weimaraner Puppy With The American Kennel Club

When buying a new Weimaraner puppy from a breeder, people must be aware that their pet is neither already registered with nor individually recognized until the application has been received and recorded. They must clearly understand that they are responsible for their pet’s registration, and should the application be lost, that replacement may not always be possible.

Some new owners are undecided about a name when they acquire their puppy’s registration application. Many experienced breeders keep a list of names appropriate for their breed. Other breeders follow a litter format, where each puppy is named, for example, according to geographical locations or the alphabet. An “A” litter might carry names such as “Aaron” or “Amy,” a B litter, “Bravo” and “Belle.” A few breeders select names, registering the animals first, then later transferring ownership. Some breeders, however, are happy to allow owners the selection, when preceded by their kennel name. Prefacing a dog’s name with a kennel name designates where the puppy was born and by whom it was bred. If the new owner also has a kennel name, it is placed afterward, signifying ownership.

The American Kennel Club limits a name to 28 spaces. These spaces may be used by any reasonable combination of letters. Applications are given only one name choice. Often people have a favorite but common name that they wish to use. These people need to be told that “King” or “Queenie” have most likely already been used by numerous dog owners. If they insist on registering their pet with the common name, then the AKC has the right to suffix the name with a number.

Permanently registering a dog’s name with the AKC is a serious business. New owners must understand that the naming process must not be treated as a joke. The AKC will not tolerate applications of names that are irreverent or in bad taste. There are a number of Weimaraner dogs that have been registered with one name alone. When a single name is selected, it should be unique.

Once the application for individual registration has been completely and correctly filled out, and signed in the appropriate places, it should be immediately submitted with a check or money order made payable to the Kennel Club in the proper amount. Cash should never be sent through the mail, nor are stamps acceptable. puppy buyers will receive their dog’s permanent registered name and number from the Kennel Club usually within three to eight weeks. This will, in the case of the American Kennel Club, be a white slip with a royal purple border if the registration is not limited. If limited registration is designated by the breeder, the individual certificate will have an orange border. Offspring of Weimaraner dog’s with limited registration may NOT be registered.

Dogged don’ts 

You want guests to be bowled over by your entertaining, not your overenthusiastic hound.
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She likes you, she really likes you! 
Dear Dr. Fox: I have an interesting question you might address. I have a 9-year-old Bichon named Daisy who l…
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