I recently lost my best dog ever.(best friend ever) I have had large dogs my whole life and my last one "Bruiser" was by far the best. He was named when I got him at 7 months old. He was a rottwieler. Raised with my two kids and fearlessly protective. I like dogs that can and will guard my family and property, I live in a rural area. I know I can't replace him but would like to find a dog with like temperment. I own my own business and I am able to spend 24 hours a day with a pup. I also really like the idea of short haired dogs. So looking at dobes they look like the breed for me. Any help on selecting a pup ear cropping or age of pup I should be looking for would be appreciated.
2006-11-24 12:30:29 · 13 answers · asked by subgenius 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
sorry to hear about your loss.
find out about the parents what type of diseases run in the doberman blood/breed line. the breeders have to provide all this information. cropping the ears on a doberman should be done when they'll still under a year old.
i would also suggest to adopt a puppy since you have children - is best to socialize guard dogs with the entire family.
2006-11-24 12:32:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'd find a reputable breeder. With dobermans, a 'good' breeder will have everything done for you when you recieve the puppy. Usually 500-600 dollars is a good investment from a breeder who 1. Has the dew claws removed. 2. Has the tail docked. 3. Has the ears cropped. Korbella Kennels are very nice when it comes to Dobe's. When I inquired about one of their pups, here's the e-mail I recieved...
"Thank you for your interest in the upcoming litter. It will be put in the oven late January, with the pups due in late March. I will start worming the pups at 3 weeks old and then start shots at 6 weeks. The puppies will have their ears cropped at 8 weeks old and be ready for their new homes at 11 to 12 weeks old which will put us into June of next year. It's kind of a long process, but well worth it. I am really looking forward to having them. Both dam and sire are high drive dogs and I expect the same from the pups. They will all carry a 4 year health guarantee and I've attached the contract for you to look over. If you are still interested, you may put a deposit down to hold your pup."
That's what I consider a reputable breeder, and a good breeder, and would not buy from anyone that offered less than Korbella Kennels.
www.korbellakennels.com
2006-11-24 20:44:35 · answer #2 · answered by Ilana 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I am sorry for your loss. The best advice I can give, is try to buy from a breeder who has both parents on site, so you get an idea of what the temperament of your pup may be. I remember looking at a litter of Dobies about 20 years ago. We were not in the market for another dog at that time, but went because the breeders had blue and fawn pups as well as red and black. The dogs were wonderful! They were raised with kids and all sorts of animals. They were kind of laid back compared to many Dobies I had seen, but they were definitely Dobermans, watchful, brave and protective. I have regretted not being able to get one of those all these years. I hope you can find a really nice pup.
2006-11-24 20:43:43 · answer #3 · answered by Susan M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Between 8-10 wks is a good age to bring a doberman pup home. Vets "usually" crop ears between 9-11 wks.
Yes, I am Pro-crop.... and my granddaughter's ears are pierced too.
www.dpca.org they have breeder referrals
Beware of the breeders that sell pups for $250-$400 Beware of any breeders that have pups available at any given time.
If a breeder is selling pups with ears cropped for $600 -$700... you're actually only paying about $250-$350 for the pup. You get what you pay for.
I've seen some sell dobe pups for $800 with ears cropped & shipping included..... break that down...
Ears $350 (in FL)
Shipping $250 .....
leaves $200 for the pup........ not a good choice!
You are welcome to email me directly.
llana: i guess you have no idea what goes into raising a doberman litter. Not counting everything before even breeding, or up to the time of ear cropping, Ear cropping alone runs $350 in my area.
2006-11-24 22:54:24 · answer #4 · answered by Pam 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The best way to get a good one is to buy from a reputable breeder. Go to www.akc.org & get in touch with members of the closest chapter of the Doberman Pinscher club. Buy from a breeder that tests & certifies their breeding dogs free from genetic defects, including hip dyslpasia & Von Willebrands disease (a type of hemophila). They will be able to help you pick the pup in the litter that's personality will best fit your household, and advise you on the time for ear cropping - they may even reccomend a particular vet for this procedure. This is the best way to ensure you purchase a healthy pet for life, plus you will always have the support of the breeder when any questions arise in the future. Good luck!
2006-11-24 20:39:00 · answer #5 · answered by mustanglynnie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A really great breeder will not let you select your own puppy but instead after converations with you will pick your puppy for you. The breeder has spent weeks with the pups and will know which pup is best suited for your needs. This does mean though that you may not get a pup right away.
First find a breeder you like.
2006-11-24 20:43:45 · answer #6 · answered by Barb 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Dobermans are a great breed. Good family dogs, and protective of what's theirs.
Ear cropping is NOT recommended, as it's no medical, physical, environmental or cosmetic advantage for the dog to have the pinnas (the ear flaps) surgically altered. (Even in dog shows, they are allowing natural ears on most breeds.)
The age is atleast 8 -12 weeks old. They are fully weaned, and preferably house-trained by then.
2006-11-24 20:36:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
look around for a breeder and visit the parents.. the best way of determining a dogs personality when it is grown is by seeing its parents.. particularly its mom...
NEVER buy from a pet store or puppy broker.. if you cannot see the mom dog you should not buy the puppy...
ear cropping is generally frowned on unless its a show dog and is actually banned in some countries like England...
2006-11-24 21:07:28 · answer #8 · answered by CF_ 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well, you don't want a chickenchit so.........with the litter of pups there, drop something like a book making a loud sound...YOU'RE dog will come over looking inquisitvely :) There's usually only 1 or 2 that will.
2006-11-24 20:36:59 · answer #9 · answered by MN-Mike 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
almost any dog will be a good guard dog if you train and treat them right. Don't crop the ears, that's disgustingly mean.
2006-11-24 20:33:56 · answer #10 · answered by # 1 sweet pea 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋