Breeding suitability guide — Weimaraner (Long-haired)
For breeders: which tests, which thresholds, which mating rules apply
1. Mandatory tests for parents
Weimaraner Klub e.V. requires these tests for breeding approval — they must be on file for every breeding animal.
| Test / condition | Scoring scheme | Passing result | Inheritance | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DNA-Identitätsnachweis | Blutprobe (DNA-Profil) | mind. 5 ml EDTA Blut abgegeben | — | Weimaraner Klub e.V. |
| Wesensbeurteilung | Verhaltenstest | bestanden | — | Weimaraner Klub e.V. |
| Eye conditions (ophthalmological eye exam) (ECVO) | Eye examination | Katarakt frei (Untersuchung darf zum Zeitpunkt des Deckaktes nicht älter als 12 Monate sein) | Complex | Weimaraner Klub e.V. |
| Cataract (HC) | Eye examination | clear | Complex | Weimaraner Klub e.V. |
| Hip dysplasia (HD) | X-ray | HD A–B | Polygenic | Weimaraner Klub e.V. |
2. Mating rules
When one parent has a borderline result, the other parent must meet specific criteria.
We currently have no structured mating rules for this breed. Please consult your club's regulation.
3. Recommended additional tests
Sensible additions for line planning.
| Test / condition | Scoring scheme | Passing result | Inheritance | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) | X-ray | — | Complex | Curated by HonestDog |
| Elbow Dysplasia (ED) | X-ray | ED 0 | Polygenic | AI-Vet |
| Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) | Ultrasound | normal | Complex | AI-Vet |
| Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) | DNA test | clear or carrier | Autosomal recessive | AI-Vet |
| Hypomyelination (HYM) | — | clear or carrier | Autosomal recessive | AI-Vet |
| Myelodysplasia (spinal dysraphism) (SD) | X-ray | — | Autosomal recessive | AI-Vet |
| Hyperuricosuria (HUU) | Body-fluid analysis | clear or carrier | Autosomal recessive | AI-Vet |
4. HonestDog verification
- Upload a legible certificate (PDF or photo) per test in the breeder dashboard
- Certificate must show date, examining vet, and FCI/VDH logo
- Certificates older than 36 months are flagged as stale
- We extract the results from each upload using AI and check them for consistency with the dog's profile — the profile tile then shows 'verified'