AKC Breed Standard Approved December 14, 1971
General Appearance: A
medium-sized gray dog, with fine aristocratic features. He should present
a picture of grace, speed, stamina, alertness and balance. Above all,
the dog's conformation must indicate the ability to work with great
speed and endurance in the field. Height: Height at
the withers: dogs, 25 to 27 inches; bitches, 23 to 25 inches. One inch
over or under the specified height of each sex is allowable but should
be penalized. Dogs measuring less than 24 inches or more than 28 inches
and bitches measuring less than 22 inches or more than 26 inches shall
be disqualified. Head: Moderately long
and aristocratic, with moderate stop and slight median line extending
back over the forehead. Rather prominent occipital bone and trumpets
well set back, beginning at the back of the eye sockets. Measurement
from tip of nose to stop equals that from stop to occipital bone. The
flews should be straight, delicate at the nostrils. Skin drawn tightly.
Neck clean-cut and moderately long. Expression kind, keen and intelligent.
Ears-Long and lobular, slightly folded and set high. The ear when drawn
snugly alongside the jaw should end approximately 2 inches from the
point of the nose. Eyes-In shades of light amber, gray or blue-gray,
set well enough apart to indicate good disposition and intelligence.
When dilated under excitement the eyes may appear almost black. Teeth-Well
set, strong and even; well-developed and proportionate to jaw with correct
scissors bite, the upper teeth protruding slightly over the lower teeth
but not more than 1/16 of an inch. Complete dentition is greatly to
be desired. Nose-Gray. Lips and Gums-Pinkish flesh shades. Body: The back should
be moderate in length, set in a straight line, strong, and should slope
slightly from the withers. The chest should be well developed and deep
with shoulders well laid back. Ribs well sprung and long. Abdomen firmly
held; moderately tucked-up flank. The brisket should extend to the elbow.
Coat and Color: Short,
smooth and sleek, solid color, in shades of mouse-gray to silver-gray,
usually blending to lighter shades on the head and ears. A small white
marking on the chest is permitted, but should be penalized on any other
portion of the body. White spots resulting from injury should not be
penalized. A distinctly long coat is a disqualification. A distinctly
blue or black coat is a disqualification. Forelegs: Straight
and strong, with the measurement from the elbow to the ground approximately
equaling the distance from the elbow to the top of the withers. Hindquarters: Well-angulated
stifles and straight hocks. Musculation well developed. Feet: Firm and compact,
webbed, toes well arched, pads closed and thick, nails short and gray
or amber in color. Dewclaws-Should be removed. Tail: Docked. At maturity
it should measure approximately 6 inches with a tendency to be light
rather than heavy and should be carried in a manner expressing confidence
and sound temperament. A non-docked tail shall be penalized. Gait: The gait should
be effortless and should indicate smooth coordination.When seen from
the rear, the hind feet should be parallel to the front feet. When viewed
from the side, the topline should remain strong and level. Temperament: The temperament
should be friendly, fearless, alert and obedient. FAULTS Minor Faults-Tail too short
or too long. Pink nose. Major Faults-Doggy bitches.
Bitchy dogs. Improper muscular condition. Badly affected teeth. More
than four teeth missing. Back too long or too short. Faulty coat. Neck
too short, thick or throaty. Low-set tail. Elbows in or out. Feet east
and west. Poor gait. Poor feet. Cowhocks. Faulty backs, either roached
or sway. Badly overshot, or undershot bite. Snipy muzzle. Short ears.
Very Serious Faults-White, other than a spot on the chest. Eyes other
than gray, blue-gray or light amber. Black mottled mouth. Non-docked
tail. Dogs exhibiting strong fear, shyness or extreme nervousness. DISQUALIFICATIONS
Deviation in height of more
than one inch from standard either way. A distinctly long coat. A distinctly
blue or black coat.
Reprinted with permission of the Weimaraner Club of America
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