The Controversial Blue WeimaranerThe beautiful blue Weimaraner has been the center of controversy. Is the Weimaraner coat color an indicator of inferiority, or this just another superb form of a majestic dog breed? Cesar von Gaiberg (aka "Tell") is the first known Blue Weim. Tell was born in Germany in 1947, and he was later imported into America. He became the center of the controversy surrounding blues. The Weimaraner coat color referred to as “blue” is usually a dark charcoal gray, sometimes with hints of bluish tones. The Blue Weim has a coat that is very similar to the blue/black coat of a Great Dane. Some people regard the Blue Weim coat color as a rarity. While others are adamant that this particular Weimaraner coat color is a result of severe inbreeding.
Have a Blue Weim? Tell us what you like about the blues... Regardless of anyone's opinion, the AKC (American Kennel Club) has officially deemed a distinctly blue or black coat to be a disqualification. And, in addition, the WCA (Weimaraner Club of America) considers the breeding of Blue Weimaraners to be unethical. A Blue Weim can be registered with the AKC and is considered to be a purebred as long as the puppy’s parents were AKC-registered. A Blue Weim can compete in any AKC event, although, in actuality, it really isn't competing—because it will be disqualified because of its coat color. Where did the Blue Weimaraner
There are 3 different theories of how the blue coat color came to be: |
