Description: 

The German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP) is an all-purpose gun dog.  The GSP should present a picture of an aristocratic, well balanced, symmetrical animal with conformation indicating power, endurance, and agility and a look of intelligence and animation.  It gives the impression of medium size, but is like the proper hunter, "with short back, but standing over plenty of ground."

General Appearance:

 A medium sized solid liver or liver/white dog. The GSP is neither unduly small nor conspicuously large. Grace of outline, clean-cut head, sloping shoulders, deep chest, powerful back, strong quarters, good bone composition, adequate muscle, well carried tail and taut coat produce a look of nobility and indicate a heritage of purposefully conducted breeding. Further evidence of this heritage is movement which is balanced, alertly coordinated and without wasted motion.

Height: 

   Dogs 23-25 inches

   Bitches 21-23 inches

Weight: 

   Dogs 55-70 pounds

   Bitches 45-60 pounds              

Coat: 

The hair is short and thick and feels tough to the hand; it is somewhat longer on the underside of the tail and the back edges of the haunches. The hair is softer, thinner and shorter on the ears and the head. Any dog with long hair in the body coat is to be severely penalized.

Temperament: 

The Shorthair is friendly, intelligent, and willing to please. The first impression is that of a keen enthusiasm for work without indication of nervous or flighty character.

The German Shorthaired Pointer is a hardy dog who makes a great companion in the field or the home. GSP's are a very active and intelligent breed, they require mental and physical stimulation.  Obedience training is a must for this keen, active breed.

(copied from the AKC web page, German Shorthaired Pointer, www.akc.org)

Description: 

The Weimaraner is a medium sized, sleek muscular dog with a grace of carriage and noble attitude which are his alone.  His physical structure should reflect the purpose for which the breed was developed – a capable bird dog and retriever.  Everything about the Weimaraner yields the impression of a finely conditioned athlete: strength without coarseness, and beauty without frailty. 

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 dogs conformation must indicate the ability to work with great speed and endurance in the field. 

Height: 

    Dogs 25-27 inches

    Bitches 23-25 inches

(one inch above or below is allowable but should be penalized )

Coat and Color:

 Short, sleek, and smooth, 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. 

Temperament:

 The temperament should be friendly, fearless, alert, and obedient. 

Character: 

The most unique characteristic of the Weimaraner is his never-failing devotion of his chosen person or family. His intelligence is amazing to those who explore it through living with a Gray Ghost. It must be dealt with intelligently by his master. 

Weimaraners will demand attention if it is not freely given. They crave any form of physical or mental exercise, and are always happiest when allowed to be a part of the family in every way. We never “own” a Weimaraner, we share our lives with them! Weimaraners need and deserve intelligent families. Do not accept this challenge lightly. Weimaraners are very special, and are not the right breed for everyone.  

(copied from Weimaraner Ways written by Virginia Alexander and Jackie Isabell)