Doberman Pinschers?

Question

okay I want a Dobie sooo badly and i want to know a little more about them from other people's point of view.

1. do dobies shed?
2. are they easy to train?
3. whats your perspective on ear cropping and tail docking?
4. are they good family dogs?
5. do they have a good personality?
6. are they good with other dogs?
TELL ME ANYTHING positive or negative

give me what ever you've got to say about these beautiful dogs.

Answer 1

HI I volunteer for a doberman rescue and have 2 myslef, I also have a 9 yr old son, 2 cats ( among other pets) and a hubby. Dobermans are great dogs, you must be able to deal with puppyhood tho as with most breeds. Dobermans are intellegent, fun, energetic and can get into trouble of your not watching as a pup. They ae a great family dog ( both of mine sleep with my son) and as long as training is steady and they are socialized make great all around dog. Most people dont realize that training and socializing need to go hand in had withthis breed. They especially do well with an older dog around and will pick up qiuckly what is right and wrong. Both of my dobes were out of puppy hood when I got them ( Izzy was 2 and Dallas is 12). But growing up I had them as puppies and I spent alot of money replacing shoes!!!! But most puppies have this issue. They also mature at an earlier age than other breeds ( 2ish), If you worried about the damage that a puppie will do go for an older dog thru a rescue. Any adoption should have a contract, a home visit,and ask for references. Breeders should provide you with lineage proof, you shuld be able to GO AND SEE the puppies and mother and father. Croppin their ears is strictly for showing or personal preference. Their tails being docked ar done @ 3 days old so unless you know a breeder who is having puppies and will not get the docked you most likley will have one with a docked tail. Please make sure you have done your homowrk on the place you get your doberman from. Bad beeding can cause all kinds of problems ( health and temperment) and whoever you get your dobey from make sure that if anything at all comes up that they require you to give the dog back to them. ( this shows they honor the quality and integrity of them) If you'd like any other information you can email me at [e-mail] if you'd like....

Answer 2

1. do dobies shed?-Yes.

2. are they easy to train?- Yes! They're quick to learn

3. whats your perspective on ear cropping and tail docking?-Ear cropping/tail docking is great. But make sure it's done by a professional. Some people will charge you a cheap price but if done improperly your dog will end up in a lot of pain. You may be able to get your vet to do it, but not all do it.

4. are they good family dogs?-Yes, if they are bred well, and trained properly.

5. do they have a good personality?-Yes, they are loyal, gentle(when appropiate), and protective.

6. are they good with other dogs?-No. Most Dobbies are aggresive to dogs of the same sex. Though...I don't know how many times I'll say this so I won't, but I believe if socialized at a young age with other animals they'll do fine.

TELL ME ANYTHING positive or negative-They need to be socialized, and trained properly, or they could become a "bad" dog. They can be agressive if not trained. They have health problems common to their breed such as: dilated cardiomyopathy, wobbler disease, von Willebrand's disease.

They have short coats, which can easily be taken care of. They will protect the family at all costs...again, if trained properly. They do well with even cats, and small children, and dogs of other breeds..preferably of the opposite sex.

I hope I helped and I hope I didnt give any misleading information. :P
Dobbies are not vicious, I've been around a few and they are very friendly. :D So Good luck!

Answer 3

My dobie's still a puppy and so far:

1. He does shed. I have to vacuum my hardwood floors twice a day because I can see his fur.
2. He's learned simple commands such as come and sit but I can't get him to listen to me outdoors or when he's distracted.
3. His tail is docked and his 1 ear is cropped and standing- the other one won't stay erect.
4. He's been good with every kid he's come across from 2- 11 years old.
5. He has a good personality- he smiles at the dog park!
6. He's been really good with other dogs. He hasn't shown any signs of aggression at all. He enjoys playing with other dogs.

I love him a lot and thought that I did enough research before getting him but one thing I learned is that he's a high energy dog. He needs to be walked for 3 miles EVERY DAY! I started rollerblading with him to drain him of his energy. He's okay while I'm gone as long as I walk him otherwise he gets bored. And he barks really loud sometimes (my neighbors get annoyed).

Answer 4

Dobermans do shed, not alot, but they do shed some in the spring and fall. Just a bit of brushing and they are good to go. Very clean dogs.

Easy to train, but they aren't like a shepherd that wants repetition, they like things to be quick and change. For example you won't teach a Doberman ' heel ' all day long, he'll get bored and he'll turn the whole thing into a game. Short sessions, keep it quick and fun, and move on to something new.
Once it's in there tho, it's there forever.

Tail docking is done at 2 or 3 days of age. It's unlikely that you are going to get a dog with a natural tail in Canada or the US. In order to request a natural tail, you are forcing the breeder to decide at a mere 2 days of age, which puppy in the litter might do best in your situation. Impossible.
They have a long whip like tail, it can break easily and they are better off with their tails done anyhow.

THe earcropping is quite hard on them. It's surgery.,
just like any other, they are put under. And since they are a breed that the ears aren't meant to naturally stand, they can be sometimes hard to get the ears to stand. You want a dog with a nice high earset and a thinner ear. Our vet said that only 85% of Dobermans will end up with both ears standing. If you would prefer natural ears over 1 up and one down, stick with the natural ears. Not to mention all the taping and after care of the ears. It's a whole lot of work. You can be taking from a couple of months to many months. I have taped dogs til they were nearly a year old before their ears finally stood.

They can be great family dogs, they like any breed of dog needs to be socialized around kids.
Same with other dogs, they do get along well with other dogs, and need to be socialized around other dogs. Males can be aggressive towards other males, and being neutered is a good idea.

They have a great personality, very fun loving, smart, and loyal. Great sense of humour, and a wonderful dog to spend time with. The only thing bad about a Doberman is they don't live forever and when they are gone, they take a huge chunk of your heart with them. :(

Answer 5

1. All dogs shed, including Dobermans. They have a short, single coat, so they do not shed excessively or in clumps like other dogs may.

2. They are very easy to train and very intelligent.

3. Cropping and docking was originally performed to prevent injury and infection to ears and tails. Ears can rip, tails can break, kink, or be wagged so hard they bleed (I've seen this happen, it's very bloody and disturbing). If done at the proper ages (docking should be done in the first few days, along with dewclaws. Ears should be done by 12-16 weeks) by a qualified vet and properly cared for, there's no reason not to crop or dock.

4. They are very good family dogs and will loyally protect all members of their household.

5. They are sweet, loving, playful dogs.

6. They are good with other dogs if socialized properly from birth. Unsocialized dogs can be unpredictable around others regardless of breed.

I've been around lots of Dobies and have nothing bad to say about them. I can tell you they are prone to dry skin, so you need to put them on a quality, natural dog food- no Alpo or Purina for these guys! Use Innova Evo, Wellness, Chicken Soup, or an equally high quality brand. Nothing from Petsmart or the grocery store will do.

Also, they are working dogs. If you try to coddle or pamper them without giving them strong training and exercise, they will become withdrawn, anxious, unhappy creatures. They are not babies. You must know how to treat a working dog to keep them happy and mentally satisfied. It's so sad to see a shy, nervous Dobie because the owners keep him locked up at home alone all day.

Overall, they are fabulous dogs. I plan on getting one myself in a few years!

Answer 6

Veronica is an idiot--I raise red & fawn dobies--there is NOTHING wrong with them--genetics or otherwise--and they SURE are not AIRHEADS--they are extremly loving--kind--intelligent & protective of their famlies!! They have short hair, but they do shed some. They are extremly intelligent and are easy to train and socialize--They make excellent family pets!!! I have 1 male that has his ears cut--but my others do not--If not showing--natural is great & no pain or trouble for you or the pup! They are a high energy breed and need alot of exercise!

Answer 7

Dobermans are great dogs, in my opinion. They don't shed too bad because they are short haired. As far as ear cropping and tail docking, if it is done before you have taken ownership of the dog, that is fine. I, personally, like natural dogs and if I take over ownership of a dog that is uncut, they stay that way. It is all personal preference. Good luck.

Answer 8

1. Yes
2. They can be.
3. If you aren't showing the dog and it isn't medically necessary, I consider it done only for human ego.
4. They can be
5. They can
6. They can be

Dobies are another one of those breeds that are especially prone to genetic issues and bad breeding. Bad breeders will generally breed pet quality dogs, possibly with temerpament issues, simply to make money. Avoid ANY breeder who does not show or that does not specialize in a working aspect. For dobies, that working aspect could be a professional guard dog trainer. http://dogplay.com/GettingDog/index.html and http://www.geocities.com/bluegracepwd/wheretobuy.html can help you locate the best places to get a puppy from.

There are a couple dobies that come to our dog park and they are such fun dogs. A little airheaded and single minded, but they are always nice and gorgeous dogs to watch. The Doberman Pinscher Club of America has a ton of information on their webpage. I strongly suggest that you take some time to wander around there, to peruse the links I gave above, and then contact a rescue group or a responsible breeder to answer specifics.

http://www.dpca.org/

Good luck to you! : )

Answer 9

well, i dont know about the dobermans but i own a 5 year old min pin!!min pins are just like the dobermans but there miniatures. ive had pepper ever since she was a little baby but her, man shes a brat!! she takes off, shes like this stuck up pretty pretty little daddys girl-----BRAT!!

Answer 10

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