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Goldmaraner |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
Great Britain <> Germany -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen | |
This breed is also known as |
Goldemaraner Pointer
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A brief presentation of the Goldmaraner |
| Carrying themselves with exceptional grace, Goldmaraners are medium to large breed dogs with a very aristocratic appearance. These hybrids are a cross between the cheerful Golden Retriever and the independent Weimar Pointer. The Goldmaraner is a hybrid with high energy requirements and needs to be in an environment where it can run, play and learn. They often do well in a home with other pets and children, but socialization at a young age is necessary to achieve such a friendly trait. These dogs can be quite well suited to any home as long as their energy needs are met. |
History of the Goldmaraner |
| Goldmaraner's status as a specific crossbreed dog places it around the 1980s, when breeders began crossing two or more popular pure breeds to produce a healthier, often shed-free dog, sometimes smaller and gentler than most basic breeds. Along with the Goldmaraner, its purebred parents include the Golden Retriever and the Weimar Pointer, and although its brief 40-year history positions it as a relatively new breed, its parents date back over a century. |
A little of the Golden Retriever |
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| The Golden Retriever is a breed that can be traced back to Newfoundland, Canada, the UK and Scotland. Some theories still suggest that this fun-loving breed was a likely descendant of Russian circus dogs. It is widely accepted that the Golden Retriever's earliest ancestors include the Tweed Water Spaniel, the Red Setter and other Spaniel-type dogs. The Golden Retriever is a sporting breed that was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925. Originally known for its ability to retrieve game from water and return it to the hunter unmarked or damaged, it continues today to demonstrate great intelligence and care as a drug detection dog, service dog and therapy dog. He also excels in search and rescue. | ||
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| Standard of the Golden Retriever | ||
A little of the Weimaraner |
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| The elegant Weimaraner is a large-breed dog thought to have originated in Germany around 1800. Also known as the "gray ghost", this breed has undergone extensive selective breeding to achieve the quiet beauty and agile ability for which it is known. The breed was originally conceived for hunting purposes, and it is theorized that a mixture of German Pointer, German Gundog, German Shorthaired Pointers, Bloodhounds and probably various other pointing dog breeds make up the lineage. The Weimaraner was officially recognized as a sporting dog by the American Kennel Club in 1943. | ||
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| Standard of the Weimaraner |
Appearance of the Goldmaraner |
| The Goldmaraner is a medium to large breed dog that generally has a short to medium coat that is considered weather- and water-resistant. These coats can be available in different colors such as blue, gray, silver and mixtures of light or dark gold. The Goldmaraner's body is often straight from the rear, with a slight slope at the withers. The chest is broad and the overall body tends to be quite muscular. The head and muzzle can be long and slightly broad, and the ears are often long, drooping and broad. Eyes may be amber, gray, blue-gray or brown. There may be longer fur feathers on their long tails, belly, legs, hindquarters and forelimbs. |
Temperament of the Goldmaraner |
| Loyal, playful and an excellent watchdog, the Goldmaraner is a breed that can make a wonderful companion for any household. When meeting strangers, these hybrids can be a little wary and may bark to protect and alert their owners. Their barking is often not aggressive, as these dogs love people. This hybrid can retain a high prey temperament and as such may be inclined to chase small animals around the yard. However, with early socialization, they tend to get along quite well with other pets such as small dogs, cats and birds. These dogs are quite strong, so always supervise your hybrid when playing with young children as they can easily knock them over due to their size. |
Needs and activities of the Goldmaraner |
| The Goldmaraner is a breed best suited to a fairly active family lifestyle. They generally do well in all environments as long as they take their daily walks and play. These dogs will enjoy games such as fetch, agility classes, visits to the dog park and long walks or runs. They do well in all climates, but as with all dogs, don't leave them outside in extreme heat or cold. These hybrids require at least 45 to 60 minutes of daily activity, however, keep in mind that puppies and young adult dogs may require 60 to 75 minutes of daily activity. |
Maintenance of the Goldmaraner |
| Your Goldmaraner can be a seasonal to heavy excretor. Your hybrid will need to be brushed with a pin brush at least a few times a week to reduce the amount of loose fur. Because the Goldmaraner likes to swim and has a long, feathered ear, air circulation in the ear can be restricted, meaning ear checks are essential to avoid infection or the build-up of yeast and bacteria. He'll need his nails trimmed every couple of months, unless he wears them down more quickly with activity. Brush his teeth several times a week to keep gums healthy and teeth white. |
English (United Kingdom)