The Countess Wore Blue Silk and Listened to Something Far Away
Long, soft ears and amber eyes give this silver-gray Weimaraner a wistful, elegant look. She wears a gown of shimmering blue silk with puffed sleeves and fine golden embroidery, a drape of silk pinned at the shoulder with a pearl brooch, a thin lace collar, and a single strand of pearls. Behind her, a Renaissance valley fades from green hills to a distant castle and blue-white mountains under a cloudy sky. She seems to be listening to something far away. Her coat of silver and her silks seem cut from the same cool morning light.
The silk is painted in long, smooth strokes that catch the light and make it look slippery and cool. Against it, the gray fur and the warm, glowing pearls make a quiet and graceful combination. The faint cracks across the surface make it feel like a treasured heirloom.
Weimaraners are athletic dogs with a silver-gray coat and light eyes. They tend to be affectionate and energetic, and many like to stay close to their people. They need daily exercise and training, along with puzzles or games, to keep them from getting bored. A bored Weimaraner can chew or dig. Their short coat is easy to groom. Because they are deep-chested, ask your vet about feeding routines and signs of stomach problems, so you know what to watch for.
Her pearl necklace is lovely, but what she truly wants is a long run through that valley.
