Boxer or Weimaraner

[fab5]

I have a dilemma. I already have one great boxer. I have absolutely no complaints about Duke. He's 3 times as great as I thought he would be. Now I'm debating getting a weimaraner. I am also debating a female boxer, though I have heard they are normally more dog-aggressive than males. If ANYBODY out there has experince with weimaraners, or have witnessed boxers and weimaraners playing well together, PLEASE respond! I want to do one or the other soon so I don't force a very young pup to go for walks in the Chicago winter. I expect most to say go for another boxer, but any knowledge you have to offer on weims would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

 

[nanabear]

I really have no experience with Weimereiners either - but they are stunning dogs. I love their looks.
When Mack was about a year old and pretty big, we ran into a man who had a pair. The male was quite a bit bigger than the female - the male was friendly and wanted to play, the female was standoffish and snippy.
I had a female Boxer for 12 1/2 years and she was very dog aggressive - just hated every dog she ever met, though she equally loved every human that crossed her path. I have been very pleasantly surprised by Mack's temperament - I am now sold on males.

 

[mmccown]

Weimeraners

fab5-
Okay, weims are beautiful. I will give you that. They cut quite a figure, but........

I house sat for a former boss. Gorgeous house, 2 6 month old weims. Nick and Angel (yeah, right!) My baby Rebel was also 6 months, and I was told I could take him with me for the week. Nice, huh? Huge home, pool, 3 dogs, lots of fun, no?

NO. These dogs were uncontrollable. Now, I am not an expert, but I have trained dogs of all shapes and sizes in the past. Both were bouncing off the ceiling, eating the sprinkler heads, leaping over me (no joke, I'm 5 feet 3 inches), dragging palm fronds into the pool. Jumping in the food dishes to scatter the kibble, etc. Three days into this experience, I came down with strep throat. 105 fever and all. I cannot blame the weims for that, although I tried They never did calm down. After the week was over, my boss asked how they were. I am such a chicken, I said.....Oh they were no trouble at all.

Seriously, when I was researching breeds prior to getting my Boxer obsession....I was considering a Weim. Everything I read and heard from breeders caused me to change my mind. I was told they were 'hyper', whereas Boxers are 'active'. There is a difference. I was also told they had a tendency to be mouthy and nippy. Lastly, the activity level required to mentally stimulate them was greater than the Boxer required. All of those reasons sold me on the Boxer.

I am sure a Weim would be great for your Boxer. Just weighing in with my opinion. Keep me posted. I will happily enjoy a Weim vicariously:D


Marnie

http://rebelandblue.homestead.com/RebelsWorld.html

 

[armycop]

Some guy used to bring his 2 weims to the dog park and they loved to play w/ Tyson and Jade. I don't think you would have a problem. And for female being more dog aggressive, I disagree. My experence is that males are more dog aggressive. Good luck with what ever you choose.

 

[Lbodley]

I have a female and male boxer. My female is not dog aggressive at all. In fact she is 8 years old and Rocky is 20 months old. Sam really does not care to be too close to Roc. I know she loves him but she is a bit stand offish. But, I have never had any problems with fights. She has always been good with other dogs too. Rocky is probably alittle more aggressive with dogs. Not in a bad way but I have to watch him with other males. He is fixed but still has that male ego.

I also had wiermaners growing up. I Love them. In fact before a friend turned me on to boxers I was heading that way. They are wonderrul dogs and very sweet. Growing up we had 3 all together . They were all different tempermant but all good dogs.. Good Luck with your decison.

 

[tamaqueen]

Boxers #1 over Weims

My father raised Wiemaraners, I had one many years ago, beautiful to look at but a house dissassster! Hyper, destructive, stubborn and really meant to hunt. I had a male boxer after that dog which I had to eventually give away because he was too much trouble and there is no comparison BoXERS ARE THE BEST DOGS! My second boxer was Athena....what a wonderful girl, the best Dog I ever had , kind, gentle fun, playful, did destroy a few things growing up, but always eager to please. I now have a male who is good too, but much more agreesive than the female.
Get another boxer , you will never be sorry!!!
Pat

 

[GillianF]

I've just emailed this page to my sister who has a 6-month Weim which is supposed to be her son's dog! Jake has had surgery once already - they removed a very neatly folded pair of knee-highs from his tummy! Apparently they will eat anything and everything. I visited her in June and found him to be very 'nippy' in fact I came back covered in bruises from his nips. Also found him to be very hyper - moreso than the Boxers at that age. Our female Boxer is certainly not aggressive - neither of them are for that matter.

 

[Peggy G]

Here is a write up of both breeds (found on AOL Pets):



Weimaraner

Size Large
Average Min. Height 22 inches
Average Max. Height 27 inches
Average Min. Weight 65 pounds
Average Max. Weight 85 pounds

Description
These large dogs were bred by nobility in Weimar, Germany, as hunters, bird dogs, pointers, and retrievers. A well-trained dog can be used as a guarding animal and is known to be very obedient with strict owners. Best for experienced masters, this aristocratic dog is both active and assertive.
General Information
Minimum Living Space House With Large or Unlimited Space
Hypoallergenic No
Average Food Cost $30
Indoor Energy Level High
Outdoor Exercise Time 60 minutes/day
Trainability Somewhat Stubborn
Protectiveness Great Watchdog
Dominance/Submissiveness Dominant
Health
Average Life Expectancy 12 years
Background
Dog Group Sporting Group
Country of Origin Germany
Natural Instincts Pointer, Retriever, Pet or Companion, Hunting
Appearance
Size Large
Average Minimum Height 22 inches
Average Maximum Height 27 inches
Average Minimum Weight 65 pounds
Average Maximum Weight 85 pounds
Coat Color Silver Gray, Gray
Coat Types Smooth, Short
Shedding Sheds A Little
Grooming Frequency 1 time/wk
Trimming None
Ear Shape Long

Boxer

Size Large
Average Min. Height 21 inches
Average Max. Height 25 inches
Average Min. Weight 65 pounds
Average Max. Weight 70 pounds

Description
This breed has shed its original purpose of being a fighting dog and has become a mild-mannered, fun-loving pet. Rarely seen outside its native Germany prior to the mid-1900s. Cannot stand cold weather for a very long time. Ears may be cropped. A very active dog not content to sit still.
General Information
Minimum Living Space Large Apartment or House With a Yard
Hypoallergenic No
Average Food Cost $30
Indoor Energy Level High
Outdoor Exercise Time 20 minutes/day
Trainability Needs Strict Training
Protectiveness Great Watchdog
Dominance/Submissiveness Balanced
Health
Average Life Expectancy 12 years
Background
Dog Group Working Group
Country of Origin Germany
Natural Instincts Police Work, Guarding, Watchdog, Guiding the Blind, Pet or Companion
Appearance
Size Large
Average Minimum Height 21 inches
Average Maximum Height 25 inches
Average Minimum Weight 65 pounds
Average Maximum Weight 70 pounds
Coat Color Fawn, Sable With White, Brindle, White Markings
Coat Types Short
Shedding Sheds A Little
Grooming Frequency 1 time/wk
Trimming None
Ear Shape Short

 

[Eddie's mom]

Whats a Weims??

Any one have any pictures or links for me to see one???

 

[Eddie's mom]

Never mind..........I found a site. They are the dogs that are on Sesame Street!!!!