Doberman Pincher?

Question

Hello i am very interested in buying a doberman pincher but ive heard they are aggressive is that true?Can you tell me all about them and whos ever owned one?

Answer 1

Why are you thinking of buying a doberman when you can't train your cocker spaniel? And in 6 months are you going to ditch the doberman too?

Educate yourself please, learn how to properly train your dogs. Don't dump them because of behaior you enabled. If you can't control your cocker spaniel how on earth do you expect to control a doberman, one who is much larger? This is exactly how these breeds get bad names. People who don't know how to train them and don't educate themselves on training. This is exactly when they start to have problems.

Answer 2

Hi, I have owned and raised Dobermans for the past 25+ years, and currently have three. They are not dangerous or aggressive unless they have been trained to be. They are very intelligent with tremendous strenght and stamina.They are very fearless and assertive,but yet they are very devoted to their owners and are loyal and affectionate. They do need to be trained by a person that truly understands the breed since they could be Strong minded and stubborn.This can worked through if they understand you are the alpha of the pack and not them.This breed is not for the novice owner.Very smart and beautiful dogs. They love their owners so deeply that they would actually give their life for them. Never train this breed (or any other breed for that matter) by trying to hit them or break their spirit.As I said, they are very smart and someday could recall a time when someone done them wrong!!! They don't forget. Do a lot of research on the breed and if you do decide o get one I hope you enjoy it as much as I had mine. I'll always have the Doberman Pinschers in my home. I wish you all the happiness if and when you get yourself one.

Answer 3

I currently have a 3 1/2 month old Dobe. This being my first Dobe. He is truly a masterpiece-- strong and graceful- yet he is the clown of the household. Although he is still young, his natural "guard" instincts are already evident- when a stranger comes over, he doesn't lose sight of him - he's very protective. I'm currently going through the ear-cropping process and despite the fact that most people say it is "inhumane" I have found that it has not altered my pup's personality, nor does he have any real pain. The process has been a breeze. The only thing I would keep in mind is that Dobe's are famous for putting ANYTHING and I do mean ANYTHING in their mouth's!! They require constant attention and they are certainly not the dog that belongs in the backyard all day.

Answer 4

I have owned Doberman Pinschers and have worked with some of the other "dangerous" breeds. I have done a lot of research on these types of dogs and have found this to be true to the Doberman Pinscher Breed.

Dobermans were bred to be "super" dogs. To be the best of all the breeds. They were bred to be loyal, protective, loving, and most of all smart. Dobermans most commonly attack people when they are invading their territory. Unlike most dangerous breeds, Dobermans tend to be fear biters...biting in fear and turning away.

Pitbulls are considered dangerous because of their lock jaw bite, Rottweilers are considered dangerous because they have a higher than normal prey drive which is what causes them to chase a victim and attack. Dobermans are really protective of their family and their surroundings...their "territory."

If you are seriously looking at this breed as one you would like to own, make sure you research the breed as much as you can. This breed needs extensive trainig far beyond puppy classes. Take some time to call local dog trainers in your area to find out the cost of these classes. You need to make sure you can not only afford the price of the dog, but the training the dog will need also.

I have owned this breed and absolutly love it. I wouldn't consider any other breed for me and my family.

Answer 5

Like any other dog, a doberman picher can be agressive, or non agressive.
Usually a pincher is not recommended around small children as they tend to get easily jealous. However, it also depends on the animals temperament and nature, I have had a Pincher that was highly agressive towards strangers and young children on the other hand his sister was the complete opposite, and loved all the attention she could get.
it also depends on the owners character/harshness, we can at times be the cause of this aggression if we don't treat/train them properly (like any other animal)

Answer 6

Please stay away from them. Breeders in this country have done a fine job of taking what once was a great work dog and turn it into a mess of nerve problems. There has never been a breed that has suffered as much as the Doberman has in terms of dustruction from his original purpose just for looks. I have never seen a good one bred domestically and there are few breeders left who care enough about the TOTAL dog and not just its looks. They can line their pockets with money by breeding show dogs that would run away from their shadows. I hope this helps

Answer 7

I have owned a few Dobies. Mine have always been gentle. It is all in how you train them. Mine were trained to protect my family. They were fine around strangers, but if needed they would keep us safe.

Answer 8

i've owned one as well as a rott and a few pit bulls...most people believe they are agressive but its really on how they are raised and stuff because you can turn a golden retriever into an agressive dog...but have fun with your dobby theyre really sweet and loyal