The 6 Best Dogs for Adventure: The Weimaraner

For thousands of years, dogs and humans have journeyed around the world, sharing adventures and handling duties like no man and animal combination can do. If you want a dog to join you in your adventures in the outside world, here’s a look at one of 6 great dog breeds for the job.

The Weimariner

On the outside, the Weimaraner  may look like a sad and lonesome dog, but don’t let its appearance fool you. The Weimariner is a smart and energetic dog that loves being part of the family, ready for just about any adventure in the outdoors.

These muscular dogs trace their ancestry to Germany, where they were originally bred to help hunt large

game, like boars, deer, and bears. This breed is known for its characteristic silver goat, as well as their unique eyes, which start out as blue during birth and slowly turn amber as they grow older. As such, the

Weimariner is nicknamed the “the gray ghost,” which doesn’t help its perception of being a sad dog at all.

The Weimariner was perhaps made famous thanks to William Wegment, a photographer who shared images of his dogs to the world, who later on, also made cameos on television shows like “Saturday Night Live” and “Sesame Street.”

With their excellent sense of smell and outstanding athleticism, the Weimariner isn’t just a great hunting dog, but a perfect companion for adventures in the great outdoors. But be warned, these dogs have incredible stamina, so expect them to tire you out.

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The 6 Best Dogs for Adventure: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

Dogs. Adventure. The two seemingly go hand in hand, but if you want a good idea on what breed of dog to best bring you with to the great outdoors, here’s a guide on one of the best six dogs for adventure.

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever

The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is the perfect furry companion if you want a pooch that’s adventurous, but not too big or muscular to keep safely around the house. Bearing the distinction of being the smallest canine of the retriever breeds, the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, as its name suggests, traces its origins to Nova Scotia, Canada, where it was first bred for its willingness to go into the water, helping hunt and retrieve ducks and geese.

Though small, these athletic dogs are more than happy to accompany you outdoors. They look like foxes, only furrier, with white markings and fluffy tails, from which the breed gets its name. These dogs use their tails to toll, or lure, ducks and geese within a hunter’s shooting range. After the game is shot, the Tolling Retriever takes the carcass back to the hunter.

As is common in the line of retriever dogs, the Toller is characterized for being intelligent, alert, and eager to please. These dogs have a happy disposition, and are perfect hiking, hunting, and swimming companions. 

If you want an animal companion that’s playful and happy to chase down a ball in the lake and bring it back to you, you can’t go wrong with the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever.

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