A Weimaraner Puppy Wore the Turkey Sweater and Claimed the Couch
A silver Weimaraner puppy sprawls over a couch in a cream knit sweater with a tiny turkey stitched across the front, its feathers made of orange, rust and gold wool. His amber eyes look calm and slightly bored, his long velvety ears hang down and his paws rest on plaid blankets that spill over the cushions. Behind him, bowls of cranberries and a basket of linens sit on a table, and autumn light streams through the window.
A sweater can keep a short-coated dog like a Weimaraner a bit warmer on a chilly November day, but fit is key. It should slide on easily, leave the legs free and not ride up around the neck or belly. Remove it indoors if the puppy begins to pant or seems hot, and check for loose threads and decorations that he might chew. Weimaraners are athletic, clever and strongly attached to their people, and they need exercise and company. A long walk before a holiday gathering helps channel that energy, and a quiet spot like a blanket on the couch gives them a place to rest when the house gets noisy.
The turkey on his sweater is the only turkey he is allowed to wear, and he seems happy about that. Between the soft blankets and the golden light, he is the picture of a well-dressed relaxed guest, waiting for the day's best moments.
