Doberman Pinscher
| Breed Information | |
|---|---|
| Popularity (2015) | #14 |
| Name | Doberman Pinscher |
| Other names | Dobie, Dobermann, Dobynm, Doberman |
| Origin | Germany |
| Breed Group | Working (AKC:1908)Guardian Dogs (UKC) |
| Size | Medium |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 10-12 years |
| Temperament | AlertEnergeticFearlessIntelligentLoyalObedient |
| Height | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm)Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) |
| Weight | 66-88 pounds (30–40 kg) |
| Colors | BlackBlack and TanBlueBrownRedWhite |
| Litter Size | 6-10 puppies |
| Puppy Price | Average $800 - $1000 USD |
| Breed Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | 5 stars |
| Apartment Friendly | 5 stars |
| Barking Tendencies | 2 starsOccassional |
| Cat Friendly | 3 stars |
| Child Friendly | 3 starsNot Good with Kids: In isolation, this dog breed might not be the best option for kids. However, to mitigate the risks, have the puppy grow up with kids and provide it with plenty of pleasant and relaxed experiences with them. This breed is also friendly toward other pets and shy toward strangers. |
| Dog Friendly | 2 stars |
| Exercise Needs | 3 stars |
| Grooming | 2 starsLow Maintenance: Grooming is only necessary once in a while to maintain upkeep. No trimming or stripping needed. |
| Health Issues | 4 starsHypoallergenic: No |
| Intelligence | 5 starsRanking: #5 |
| Playfulness | 3 stars |
| Shedding Level | 3 starsModerate Shedding: Expect this dog to shed regularly. Be prepared to vacuum often. Brushing will reduce shedding as well as make the coat softer and cleaner. |
| Stranger Friendly | 1 stars |
| Trainability | 5 starsEasy Training: Training will be enjoyable. This dog is inclined to listen to commands and obey its owner. This breed will require fewer repetitions to obey specific instructions, pleasing owners who like to see quick results. |
| Watchdog Ability | 5 starsGreat Watchdog Ability: This dog will bark and alert its owners when an intruder is present. It exhibits very protective behavior, acts fearless toward any aggressor, and will do what it takes to guard and protect its family. |
| Puppy Names | ||
|---|---|---|
| Rank | Male | Female |
| 01 | Toby | Daisy |
| 02 | Duke | Nala |
| 03 | Bear | Sophie |
| 04 | Jack | Lulu |
| 05 | Buddy | Zoey |
| 06 | Diesel | Coco |
| 07 | Oliver | Roxy |
| 08 | Milo | Gracie |
| 09 | Marley | Penny |
| 10 | Buster | Abbie |
| Overview |
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The Doberman is compactly built, muscular, powerful and
square-proportioned. It combines elegance and strength with speed and
endurance. Its carriage is proud and alert, and its gait is free and
vigorous. Its coat is short, smooth and hard, showing off the
exceptionally clean-cut lines of this athletic breed. The Doberman pinscher is an intelligent capable guardian, ever on the alert and ready to protect its family or home. It is also a loyal and adventurous companion. It likes to be mentally challenged and is a gifted obedience pupil. It is sensitive and very responsive to its owner's wishes, though some can be domineering. It is generally reserved with strangers. It can be aggressive with strange dogs. |
| History |
| The Doberman Pinscher (also known as a Dobermann or affectionately called ‘Dobe’) was bred in Germany in the late nineteenth century, almost exclusively as the work of one man—Louis Dobermann. Dobermann was a tax collector who sought to breed an alert guard dog for personal protection. Within a decade, a breed similar to the modern Doberman Pinscher had been created, popularized, and imported to America. In America, it became a popular guard and police dog, and later a well-admired show dog. By the late 1970’s, the Doberman Pinscher was the second most popular breed in America. Today, it serves mostly as a pet. Famous Doberman Pinschers include Zeus and Apollo, ‘the lads’ from ‘Magnum, P.I.’. Doberman Pinschers are the official combat dog of the U.S. Marines. |