Weimaraner — cost & care
Friendly, Fearless, Obedient. Large sporting dog.
A Weimaraner costs roughly $38,300 over its lifetime (10–13 years), or about $3,080/year: ~$1,020 food, ~$930 insurance, ~$800 routine vet, ~$80 grooming. Purchase price runs $800–$2,500.
📍 Costs in USD (United States) — see this breed in another country.
4.5cups of food / day (~33.9 lb/mo)
9.1cups of water / day
11.5 yraverage lifespan (10–13)
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A Weimaraner eats ~33.9 lb/month. Shop large-breed foodFull cost breakdown
| Item | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Purchase (one-off) | $800–$2,500 |
| Food / year | $1,020 (4.5 cups/day) |
| Pet insurance / year | $930 (est.) |
| Routine vet / year | $800 |
| Grooming / year | $80 |
| Supplies & misc / year | $250 |
| Total annual | $3,080 |
| Lifetime total | $38,300 |
Breed stats
| Size | Large |
| Avg weight | 72 lb |
| Height | 58–69 in |
| Lifespan | 10–13 yrs |
| Group | Sporting |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Temperament & care
| Energy | 5/5 |
| Trainability | 5/5 |
| Good with families | 4/5 |
| Apartment-friendly | 1/5 |
| Shedding | 3/5 |
| Grooming need | 2/5 |
Common health conditions
Breed-specific hereditary conditions vary — ask a vet about recommended health screening for this breed.
How we calculate: food cost = breed weight → vet RER/MER calorie formula → cups/day → US food-price average. Insurance = NAPHIA US average adjusted by breed health-risk tier and size. Estimates — verify with your vet and insurer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Weimaraner cost per year?
About $3,080 a year — roughly $1,020 food, $930 insurance, $800 vet and $80 grooming.
What is the lifetime cost of a Weimaraner?
Around $38,300 across its 10–13-year lifespan, including purchase and first-year setup.
How much does a Weimaraner eat?
About 4.5 cups of food a day (~33.9 lb per month).
How much water should a Weimaraner drink?
About 9.1 cups of water a day — verify with your vet for your animal.
Is the Weimaraner hypoallergenic?
No — the Weimaraner sheds and is not considered hypoallergenic.