K&K Weimaraner’s

07/29/2024

Highly recommend this kennel. This is where I got my sire Kaine from and also co-own my show dog Noelle with the owner Vickie Lynn.

07/29/2024

You can say Calypso is (nesting) hahaha 😂

07/25/2024

Hurry, time is running out to take advantage of our Christmas in July sale! Save 25% now at ShopCanineAesthete.com 🎄🐾

07/12/2024

Finally got Phoebe’s picture 🩶🐾🥇

07/09/2024

As puppies head to their new homes I wanted to touch base on a common issue that breeders come across with new owners.
Realistic Expectations
You go to the breeders home. The pups are all social. They are quiet in the pen. The breeder shows you videos of them being totally relaxed at a dog show. All looks amazing and you bring your puppy home.
Then reality hits. The puppy may cry in the crate for the first few nights making you tired and agitated. The happy social puppy is refusing to greet the half dozen overly excited friends you invited over to see your new puppy. The puppy refuses to walk on a leash. Many are wondering how did my perfect puppy turn into a nightmare.
So let’s discuss realistic expectations of when a puppy goes home. First of all the puppy has been in the breeders home since birth. They had their mother and often littermates. They had their routine, were taught expectations and were completely in their comfort zone.
Now suddenly they are taken to a totally new environment. Picture yourself being dropped into an unknown country, often in a different part of the world. You know only a few words of their language. Differnt trees, animals, smells, temperature and people. Now in the middle of this we are switching up your routine, decide to have a party with people you dont know, and ask you to do jobs you have no idea about. Overwhelming to say the least.
This is what every puppy goes through when going to their new home. Stress manifests in different forms. From not eating, reluctancy to play and greet people. Being apprehensive at the vet’s office or as strangers reach for them. Diarrhea, vomiting and depression can occur.
So what can you as a new owner do to help your little one acclimate?
- most puppies take 3-4 weeks to acclimate to their new home. Repeat after me THREE to FOUR WEEKS! Not a 1-2 days. I can’t stress this enough about how much time is needed for a dog or puppy to feel comfortable in their new home!
- limit guests during the first week. We understand you are excited to show off your new baby but they need time to adjust. Plan on waiting 1-2 weeks before inviting people over
- ask guest to sit on the ground and let the puppy approach them. No squealing and grabbing the puppy
- set up a good routine
- restrict the puppy to a small area of the house. This not only reduces them being overwhelmed but also allows you to watch them
- don’t expect a 9-13 week old puppy to walk on a leash. Instead work at home with a leash where they are comfortable. Let them drag the leash, use treats to encourage them to walk with you
- if your puppy is refusing to walk give them time. My first trips to town with puppies a walk around a small block took 1 1/2 hours. We only move when they initiate the movement as they need time to take in the different environment
- understand your puppy needs time to see you as family. Expecting an immediate bond is unrealistic
- train your puppy. This not only helps you to bond but the puppy to look to you for direction and input
- lastly be patient. Don’t declare “omg there’s something wrong with this dog”. Nothing occurs overnight. Outings should be planned at puppy speed. So while you might imagine a fun walk around the lake in reality your puppy might only be able to handle walking a short distance that day.
Most outings for me take a long time, as I am often just standing still as the puppy cautiously explores the new environment. Patience is key!
Remember if the puppy was wonderful at the breeder’s house but now is struggling, you as the owner, need to help the puppy adjust which takes time, patience and training. Have realistic expectations and give the puppy positive experiences. Each puppy is an individual, don’t compare your current puppy to past pets and judge their behavior based on how another dog handled things. Lastly, try to see thing’s from a puppy’s perspective and adjust situations accordingly.


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Please pay attention, it takes a lot of work dedication and training for each PUPPY !!! Every one of them are very different just like every person is different. So if anyone has a question please send me a message !

06/24/2024

Not to bad for Phoebe’s first show 🩶🐾🥇

Thursday: Phoebe won her class.

Friday: Phoebe took 2nd in her class.

Saturday: Phoebe took first in her class beating 1 other female and took Reserve Bitch.

Sunday: Phoebe took first in her class beating 2 other females and then took Reserve Bitch.

Special shout out to Jeanie Lehman for doing such a fantastic job showing her!!! Professional pictures coming soon.

05/23/2024

True but not true lol 😂
Can anyone relate???

04/18/2024

Dogs are dogs. They're not fur babies. They're not children. They're dogs.

That doesn't mean I don't love my dogs. It doesn't mean you can't call them your "kids" or "fur children." But for their sake, respect that they are dogs. Treat them well, but treat them as they should be.

People humanizing dogs is actually what's getting a lot of them put down, rehomed, dumped, and loaded with behavioral issues.

The best way to honor and love your dog is to respect the fact that they are different from us. That's part of what makes them so amazing!!

Bringing home a new dog and giving it whatever it wants, whenever it wants, is not setting them up for success. It may feel good to "spoil" them. I get it, but what you're actually doing is creating a brat.

I hear this often: "My dog bit our friend on the couch because he thinks the couch is his." OK, who let them think that? The dog didn't just waltz in and claim your couch. The dog wasn't given boundaries to begin with. I let my dogs on the couch, but if I tell them to get off and go to their bed, they will without hesitation. They've earned that privilege based on respect, trust, and understanding.

If you want to "spoil" your dog, do it by setting them up for success. Exercise them, give them boundaries, give them a job, and give them what they actually need instead of the latest squeaky toy. The time you spend playing with your dog means more than the toy itself.

Love your dog. Cherish your dog. Respect your dog, but for the love of the dog, TREAT THEM LIKE A DOG.

(And before anyone wants to say something silly...My dogs are my family. They literally signed my marriage certificate, but they also have boundaries. Just like any healthy family should!)

04/01/2024

From our family to yours!

03/23/2024

Happy National Puppy Day to all of the dog breeders out there! We see you and appreciate all that you do 🐶💙

03/07/2024

02/20/2024

This is a must post picture of Luna & Hope and them sleeping in their human bed with Will Honeycutt . They are living their best life ever 🩶🐾❣️
This is why I do what I do!!!

02/10/2024

My girl Athena showing off her patience and her tricks of waiting soooo long to get her treats !!!!!
This takes a great deal of patience and dedication from a dog. As you can see in the first picture she can taste it , but yet she has the ability and determination to make sure she does everything right !!! Hard work always pays off !!!

01/14/2024

Everyone please welcome the Smith’s and the Ballard’s to the K&K Family 🩶🐾

01/07/2024

Violet has found her forever family 🩶🐾

They sure do. 😊 🐾

01/04/2024

Congratulations Cartrell D Cooper !!!

Cartrell Cooper, co-owner and operator at Big D's Dog Training Co., has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Business Owners for dedication, achievements, and leadership in dog training.

01/03/2024

Update / Violet has found her forever family 🩶🐾

Do to unforeseen circumstances our one and only female puppy from our recent litter is looking for a forever home 🩶🐾
If you’re interested please fill out an application.

https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/kk-weimaraners-tennessee

12/30/2023

Everyone please give a warm welcome to The Shrink’s and The Murray’s ❣️
The smiles say it all 🩶🐾

12/29/2023

Special moments playing and doing mental stimulation , amazing how smart these puppies are at eight weeks

12/28/2023

Everyone please give a warm welcome to The Maze’s 🩶🐾

12/27/2023

Everyone welcome The Bilton’s to the K&K Family. Big John was super happy to meet his family today 🩶🐾

12/24/2023

From our family to yours 🩶🐾🎄

12/23/2023

It was a great day at the vets office! Thank you Dandridge Animal Hospital for always taking care of our dogs ❣️ All the puppies checked out perfectly ❤️

12/19/2023

A sample of our puppy bags 🐾

12/19/2023

Updated pictures 🩶🐾

12/16/2023

Sometimes when you become a breeder you question yourself if you’re doing the right thing or not because it’s not always easy. But overall I absolutely love what I do! Yes I have show Weimaraner’s and hunting Weimaraner’s but what about the ones who aren’t cut out for that? Are they not able to loved?? They absolutely ARE!!! And this proves it!!! I have some of the best family and this is just a couple to show you! If anyone wants to join my family whether it’s my show family or just a family member please just ask!Heather Gleason Schirmer Jessica Grayson Chris Cannon

12/06/2023

🐾 POEM OF A WEIMARANER .
I'm the one who's always waiting for you.
Your car has a special sound that I have imprinted on my senses, I can recognize it in a thousand.
Your steps have a magic bell.
Your voice is music to my ears.
If I see your joy, it makes me happy!.
Your scent is the best.
Your presence moves my senses.
Your waking up wakes me up
I contemplate you sleeping and for me you are my God, I am happy watching your sleep.
Your look is a ray of light.
Your hands upon me, hold the lightness of peace and the sublime display of infinite love.
When you leave, I feel a huge void in my heart.
I keep waiting for you again and again.
I am the one who will wait for you all your life today, tomorrow and forever:
I am your Weimaraner 🩶🐾