Weimardoodle – The Complete Breed Guide

Welcome to our guide to the Weimardoodle which is a mix of two different dog breeds, the Weimaraner and the Poodle mix.

This photo is Barklee Marissa, a Weimardoodle owned by Britney Kelley Weeks

The DogExperts.info website aims to ask questions to breeders, vets and experienced owners to get the answers to your most frequently asked questions about the Weimardoodle breed of dog.

You can also help too!

If you can answer any of the questions below, then please add your comments to the box at the bottom of the page or you can email us at sales@dogexperts.info.

We would love to feature your dog and publish any photos or pictures of your Weimardoodle you would like to email us.

Are you looking to buy a Weimardoodle – then see our list of Weimardoodle breeders (coming soon – if you know any please let us know to help people find a Weimardoodle to buy).

This photo is Franklin the Weimardoodle from Noah Stone who is a photographer and musician (http://www.noahstone.com)

Why Choose a Weimardoodle?

Britney Kelley Weeks says: “We actually re-homed our baby girl when she was 5 months old from a couple that got pregnant and decided a new baby and new puppy was going to be too much for them. I had a 3 month old Goldendoodle at home and thought he would love a playmate.

I had never heard of a Weimardoodle before but I could not get over her gorgeous and soulful eyes. She immediately stole my heart. She and her brother are the best of friends and love each other dearly! We can’t imagine life without our two doods. Barklee Marissa weighs 55 pounds and is now 2 years old. Her mom is a long haired Weimaraner and her dad is a standard chocolate parti Poodle.”

What in your opinion are the best things about the Weimardoodle breed?

Why do you think the Weimardoodle is special?

What are your favourite things about the Weimardoodle?

Are you glad you choose to buy a Weimardoodle and not another breed?

How would you describe the Weimardoodle temperament?

What advice might you give to people thinking about whether they should buy a Weimardoodle over other breeds?

History & Origins

What are the history and origins of the Weimardoodle?

The photo below has been sent in from Lisa Little. She says…

I’ve just come across your website. We rescued our Weimerdoodle Scoobie 5 years ago.

I have attached a few of my favourite photos. He’s gorgeous and knows it. Extremely affectionate but prone to sulking. Hates being left in the house alone. He follows me everywhere throughout the day – Velcro dog – is the expression I think.

He didn’t have a great start in life but is very happy now. Long walks each day in the open countryside and lots of love, cuddles and attention. However, he’s not to keen on new dogs arriving on ‘his’ turf. He’s prone to fear aggression but mostly with entire males.

Wonderful pet, but he should have been better socialised at and early age.

Good luck with your website.

Best wishes

Lisa and Scoobie

About The Breed

What colors of Weimardoodle are most popular?

What does the Weimardoodle look like?

What are the pros/cons of the Weimardoodle breed?

What can a new owner expect in terms of differences between the Weimardoodle and other breeds?

Do they attract a lot of interest and curiosity from the public?

What type of typical personality does the Weimardoodle have?

Is it possible to describe a fairly typical Weimardoodle?

What is the breed standard/description for the Weimardoodle?

Were there particular colors people preferred and that maybe you focused on?

Are there any downsides to owning a Weimardoodle that prospective owners should be aware of?

Is the Weimardoodle breed of dog suitable for first-time dog owners?

Some breeds can be described as greedy and prone to weight issues, would this apply to the Weimardoodle?

What are the key differences when compared to other breeds?

Is the Weimardoodle breed suitable for a person or family that are out at work all day?

Some owners seek a breed suitable for barking and offering a guard dog role – how does the Weimardoodle match up to that role?

Are there myths about the Weimardoodle – in other words do new potential owners come to you with misconceptions about this breed?

We asked a number of breeders in the UK and America what essential advice they would give to new owners of Weimardoodle puppies and this is what they said:

What types of questions do you get once owners get their Weimardoodle home?

Can you tell us something most owners would not know – tips, secrets etc from your years of experience?

What is the typical temperament of a Weimardoodle, so people know what to expect from their new pet?

When fully grown how much on average does a Weimardoodle weigh?

When the Weimardoodle is full grown in size what is the maximum height and length expected to be?

Is the Weimardoodle ever crossed or mixed with other breeds of dog?

Does the Weimardoodle smell or drool a lot?

Do you have a Weimardoodle growth chart?

What breed group does the Weimardoodle come under?

What type of coat do they have?

Can they swim?

What does the movement of the tail show, does it mean they are trying to ‘talk to us’ or give us some message?

Suitability

Are there some types of people that you can suggest the Weimardoodle is not suitable for, perhaps families?

How is the Weimardoodle with children?

Do you think the Weimardoodle is suitable for families with young children?

How does the Weimardoodle get along with other (existing) pets and do you have any tips or advice for new Weimardoodle owners in terms of successful integration?

Is it better to buy one Weimardoodle or two?

Should prospective new owners be aware of any differences between males and females?

Would the Weimardoodle be suitable as a guard dog?

Can I leave my Weimardoodle during the day while I go to work?

Lifespan

What is the expected average lifespan of the Weimardoodle?

In terms of life expectancy, how long on average would the Weimardoodle breed live to?

Food & Diet

Do you have any special feeding routines or diet?

Do you have any feeding advice or brands that you prefer?

How to handle the Weimardoodle puppy to start off – how much food, what type, how often?

What feeding routines and types of food/supplements do you recommend?

What to buy in terms of equipment? Bowls etc

Do owners need to consider supplements for their Weimardoodle?

How about for older dogs?

Buying – How Much Do They Cost?

How much did your Weimardoodle cost to buy?

Can you offer advice to people looking to buy a Weimardoodle and how much should they spend?

What advice would you offer new Weimardoodle owners?

What types of people are buying the Weimardoodle and why?

Where can I buy Weimardoodle rescue dogs or find a Weimardoodle for adoption? Please note that buying or searching for a ‘cheap’ Weimardoodle can be false economy as they may have health issues that cost you far more in the long-term – always buy from a good and responsible breeder!

Do I need public liability insurance or a license?

Puppy

How would you describe the Weimardoodle puppy to potential new owners?

What types of owners are best suited to owning a Weimardoodle?

What colors and sizes are most popular?

Are there things new owners do that perhaps frustrate you?

What can people expect when they become a new owner?

What inspired you to become a breeder and did you start with the Weimardoodle?

As a Weimardoodle breed expert, are there any ‘essential’ tips you would like to share with new owners?

Are there specific times of the year that you breed?

Choosing a puppy from a litter, what advice could you offer potential new owners in terms of selecting ‘the one’?

How long does it take to housetrain/potty train a Weimardoodle?

When can you take them out in public and how do you handle them around other dogs?

Will they run off – when is it safe to let them off the lead?

We invite you to email us your Weimardoodle’s pictures, in particular we are looking for photos showing Weimardoodle puppies at 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 weeks old as well as early pictures such as 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 months old to a year old.

Do they have any nicknames or does the Weimardoodle have popular names?

If my Weimardoodle is pregnant what might the litter size be?

Could the Weimardoodle be dangerous around young children?

Problem Behaviors

How do you deal with a problem barker – any tips and advice to new owners?

How do you prevent a Weimardoodle biting?

How do you prevent a Weimardoodle chewing?

How do you stop a Weimardoodle jumping up?

Does the Weimardoodle have an issue with excessive digging?

Why does my Weimardoodle keep growling and barking?

Is there a reason my Weimardoodle dog is often scratching excessively?

Do they suffer from separation anxiety and how can I prevent this?

Exercise

In comparison perhaps to other breeds what can you say about the Weimardoodle and their exercise needs and do you have any tips or advice for new Weimardoodle owners?

As a breeder of the Weimardoodle , do you prefer a collar or harness?

As an expert of the Weimardoodle breed do you prefer a standard leash or retractable?

Can you offer any dog walking tips for Weimardoodle owners?

Playtime & Tricks

What games and toys can you recommend for the Weimardoodle?

Are there toys you suggest avoiding?

How intelligent is the Weimardoodle compared to other dog breeds?

How much can they understand?

Grooming

Do you have any special grooming routines or tips and advice for new Weimardoodle owners?

How much time is involved?

What accessories are required to be purchased for grooming a Weimardoodle?

Any advice/tips you can give concerning maintenance of nails?

How much do Weimardoodle shed and how do I maintain their hair and how often?

How can I prevent or cure ear infections?

Do you have any tips for eye care?

Is the Weimardoodle a hypoallergenic breed?

Bathing

Any advice/tips you can give concerning cleaning and bathing your Weimardoodle?

Can you offer new Weimardoodle owners advice concerning fleas and maybe products you use in treatment and prevention?

Showing

What advice and tips could you offer to owners who might wish to follow your path in showing the Weimardoodle?

What started your interest in showing the Weimardoodle?

If a new owner perhaps wanted to meet other owners or find out more – perhaps they have an interest in joining a local club or maybe they wonder how they can start showing their Weimardoodle – where would they begin?

Can you offer any advice to others who may be wondering if they can also start showing?

How would an owner know they have a show-quality Weimardoodle and how would they start off?

Can you give away any of your secrets?!

Is showing very expensive and why do you think people like to do it?

What do judges look for in a winner?

Breeding

What inspired you to become a breeder and did you start with the Weimardoodle?

What official organisations are there for the new Weimardoodle owner and what benefits or services do they provide?

In buying a Weimardoodle, can you offer advice and tips to new owners?

How did you go from being an owner to getting into breeding?

Do you think the breed’s popularity has increased, decreased or remains the same?

How did you progress to becoming a breeder and why focus on breeding the Weimardoodle out of all the breeds you could have chosen?

What do you think makes the Weimardoodle special to you?

Are there things that you see owners doing that frustrate you?

As a breed expert, are there any ‘essential’ tips you would like to share with new owners?

Training

In comparison perhaps to other breeds what is it like to train a Weimardoodle and do you have any tips or advice for new Weimardoodle owners?

How should new owners approach bringing a new Weimardoodle home, any advice and tips you can give?

Should I allow my Weimardoodle to sleep in my bed or elsewhere in the house?

Do you recommend crate training and how long does this take?

Should my Weimardoodle sleep in a kennel or crate?

Health

Health is always a major concern when buying a dog, do you have any advice for new Weimardoodle owners to be aware of in particular?

Are there any health-related tips you can give to owners?

What sort of health issues should owners be on the lookout for?

What is the recommended schedule for vaccinations for your Weimardoodle?

Can you offer any advice on how to treat and prevent worms?

What type of health issues can a Weimardoodle have and how do you deal with preventing these?

Why does my Weimardoodle have diarrhea?

Do they suffer from itchy and sensitive skin and if so why?

Why is my Weimardoodle vomiting and do I go to the vets?

When should I take my Weimardoodle for vaccinations and which ones do they need and how often?

How often will my Weimardoodle be in heat?

Should I consider getting my Weimardoodle spayed or neutered and when and how much does this cost and what are the benefits?

My Weimardoodle is limping, what should I do and should I go to a veterinarian surgeon?

Do they suffer from allergies?

Why is my Weimardoodle not eating?

How much does it cost to insure my Weimardoodle?

What healthcare issues or diseases might be excluded from companies that provide Weimardoodle dog health insurance?

Old Age

What age would you class as an ‘older or senior’ Weimardoodle?

Do you notice any changes in their behaviour?

What changes in food and diet would you suggest making for an older Weimardoodle?

Do you feed any supplements to an older Weimardoodle – or anything else which helps them as they age?

Are there any health issues particular to a senior Weimardoodle dog?

Do you have any advice for owners of an older/senior Weimardoodle or tips you can pass on?

Here’s an interesting video on the Weimardoodle.