Called “The Grey Ghost” for their silvery blue-gray short coat, the energetic, medium sized Weimaraner is an athletic and versatile hunting dog. They use determination, intelligence, and speed endurance when facing harsh weather extremes while retrieving waterfowl on land and water. Eager to please, yet requiring confident leadership and vigorous mental and physical outlets daily, the Weimaraner is not a dog for a laidback dog owner. Strong leadership and someone with time, energy and devotion to provide the appropriate amount of physical and mental exercises with this dog is needed for this gorgeous dog to be happy. Shedding is minimal and the short coat is simple to maintain.