My husband brought me home a new puppy and i am very scared because its a doberman pincher i dont know how they act around children... its a puppy right now but when it get older will it be a good breed to have....
2006-10-16 09:32:30 · 15 answers · asked by MINDY 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Make sure you train the puppy starting now, and the kids as well! Any dog, regardless of breed, can be a biter, so do not worry about this dog just because it is a doberman pinscher.
I suggest crate training the puppy, starting basic commands like "sit" and "down" and working with the puppy NOW.
Do not allow the puppy to chase the kids, or the kids to chase the puppy, as this will excite the puppy and when he gets bigger the prey drive will kick in and it could be a dangerous game of chase, even if the kids only "accidently" get hurt.
I have some advice for you about having kids/puppies/dogs together and how to avoid any potential problems, as well as how to work now to have a harmonious household later.
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Congrats on your new puppy!
2006-10-16 09:37:50 · answer #1 · answered by libertydogtraining 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dobermans can be great dogs, but there are so many factors that can affect that. Do you currently have children? If not, is there a way for you to regularly expose your new pup to young children so he will get used to being around them? Are you planning on doing any kind of training with your new pup? Training can be so valuable in teaching your dog manners and socializing them properly.
What kind of breeder did the pup come from is another big one to ask. Reputable breeders will breed for temperment and never breed any dog that shows an ounce of improper aggression. But some idiot who's doing some backyard breeding and doesn't care much about pedigrees and bloodlines won't be so careful in choosing parent dogs to produce a litter. If your breeder was a good one, then you have nothing to worry about, but if your breeder was irresponsible, it can be like a crap shoot and you don't know what you get. So definitely ask hubby for some background on the pup. That's not to say that your pup can't be a good dog anyway, but might require a little more intensive training if any issues do pop up.
2006-10-16 09:44:07 · answer #2 · answered by Shadow's Melon 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I currently have a 14 yr old Doberman, and have had her since
she was a pup. I know that people get concerned because she is a doberman- but forget all of those wives tales. JD is the most calm, loving, dog you could ever have. She is very loyal, and protective of her "family", She was raised with kids, I have 24 and 21 yr old sons, plus she has been around a billion other kids of all ages. Even with her age, the fact that she's going blind and deaf, and has horrible arthritis, I have never seen her get moody towards people. Dobes are truly dogs that become family- not just a pet. Remember that they are not outside, cold weather dogs. they don't tolerate cold weather well at all. Have fun with your new pup, and don't let people tell you that they are MEAN dogs, it's simply not true. She use to go to work with me everyday, at a car lot, until she got older and she would rather lay on the couch. they are very people friendly if exposed to it at a younger age. Probably the best dog I have ever had- and I wouldn't trade her for a million dollars..
2006-10-16 10:18:43 · answer #3 · answered by catmom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Doberman Pinchers have a similar temperament of Rotties. Both, if trained properly, are the sweetest family dogs. They are very protective, especially of children, and tolerate loud noises and tail yanking from babies. German Shepherds are sweeties as well, but if you are interested in a Doberman, you can go to your local book store and flip through their pet section, or just do some extensive research on the breed. Good luck finding your family pet!
2016-05-22 07:07:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to talk with a breeder about the dog or check on line about the breed personality and such. A dog is like a car in the fact that you just dont buy a car cause its cute.. you find out all kinds of infomation before you make the decision to buy the car. If you are afraid of the dog as puppy... you could have behavioral problems later becuase you dont know how to interact with the animal. you will all need to go to obediance training with the dog, so the dog learns to listen to all of you. this is especially important with any large breed dog. For the most part, a dog is what you make of it, if you dont socialize the animal, leave it chained up or treat it badly it will have issues and it will be a troubled dog. If you take the time and work with your dog, make it a part of the family, socialize it and train it in a positive manner, you will have a good family pet.
2006-10-16 09:46:59 · answer #5 · answered by grapelady911 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every dobie I have ever known has been a wonderful, big, loving goofball. My own dogs is 1/2 doberman & 1/2 german shepherd, and he is just a love. They do become very protective of their families, so they will want to make sure strangers stay away. But, good (and professional) training while young, with a great deal of socialization, and make sure you get it altered at 6 months, because that will make the tendancy to be agressive and territorial much less. You should have a wonderful family pet. Seek out a Petsmart or similar near you, and sign up for some training classes.
2006-10-16 09:37:14 · answer #6 · answered by buggsnme2 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dobermans are wonderful, loving dogs, especially when raised from a puppy! You just have to teach your children respect for it, and everything will be fine. That dog will be your children's best friend and nobody would even think of harming a hair on your kids' heads with that dog around them!
2006-10-16 09:37:17 · answer #7 · answered by Demon Doll 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I too was like you except my children were twins. we now have emma the doberman for 3 years now and i would not change her for the world. the first dog i ever owned. i love her to pieces, she is so funny and loving. she is great with the children and have been around them since they have been nine. she also loves the park and other dogs. We felt because of her breed and how scared people are of that type of dog we enrolled her in dog school, she passed with flying colours. very obedient, fun-loving, protective(not violent either), smart and very social. everyone loves her and welcomes her in the neighborhood. they have all come to love our little Emma. one of the best decision i made was to buy Emma and have her apart of our family. she loves us and has brough much love to us. have fun, hope this helps put any fears to rest about the doberman pincher. kat
2006-10-16 10:03:01 · answer #8 · answered by kat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have every right to b scared, doberman's have a mean streak in them and they can go balisitic any time. i know some will say that i am crazy and don't know what i'm talking about, but a pit bull puppy is the way to go. my two kids were one year and almost two years old when i bought home a six week old pit bull pup. best dog i've ever had, very protective, playfull and very obidient dog. loved my kids like they were her pups. never once growled or snapped at them, she died from old age. we miss her
2006-10-16 09:47:51 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are WONDERFUL family pets. The reason Dobermans have been used for years as guard dogs is because they are protective of their family and their homes.
Your Doberman will connect and bond with your family right away. Train it properly and you will be the envy of all your friends and family!
2006-10-16 09:38:01 · answer #10 · answered by KL 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋