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- Doberman History
- Doberman Features
- Doberman Character
- Doberman care
- Doberman Education
- Doberman Health
O Doberman, or Doberman Pinscher, is an elegant, muscular and powerful dog. With a compact and powerful body, the Doberman has captivated many people for many years, however today it is not as popular a breed as it was decades ago.
However, few people are aware of the great intelligence and sensitivity that accompanies this so little known popular breed. If you're thinking about adopting a Doberman dog, then you've come to the right place.
In this PeritoAnimal race sheet we will tell you everything you need to know about the Doberman, its physical characteristics, its temperament or its education. Keep reading and get informed with us!
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- Europe
- Germany
- Group II
- Slender
- muscular
- Extended
- toy
- Small
- Medium
- Great
- Giant
- 15-35
- 35-45
- 45-55
- 55-70
- 70-80
- more than 80
- 1-3
- 3-10
- 10-25
- 25-45
- 45-100
- 8-10
- 10-12
- 12-14
- 15-20
- Low
- Average
- High
- Balanced
- very faithful
- Intelligent
- Active
- floors
- Houses
- hiking
- Surveillance
- Therapy
- Sport
- Muzzle
- harness
- Cold
- Warm
- Moderate
- Short
- Smooth
- Thin
- Dry
Doberman History
This breed has a relatively recent origin. Friederich Louis Dobermann, born on January 2, 1834 and died on June 9, 1894, was the breeder of this breed. It is known that Dobermann was a tax collector who also worked part-time capturing dogs for the kennel.
As he had to move through different places, and some not very safe, Dobermann decided to create a breed of dog that was able to protect him and at the same time be attached to people. It is not known exactly which breeds participated in the creation of the Doberman, but it is thought that dogs that were similar to the Rottweiler were used. It is also known that the Doberman is related to the Rottweiler and the Shepherds-de-Beauce.
In past decades, the Doberman has had a lot of popularity as a guard and protection dog. He was well trained to serve as a police dog and to do jobs in the army. Currently the breed has lost this popularity and it is not so common to see these dogs in divisions of the armed forces. However, the Doberman remains a popular dog in civil society and continues to have the skills that will make it such a coveted dog by the security forces.
Doberman Features
THE head This dog is wedge-shaped when viewed from above. Sleek and slim, viewed from above and from the front, it shouldn't feel bulky. The stop is poorly defined, but evident. The nose, wider than round, must have large nostrils. On black dogs it should be black, while on brown dogs it should be a little lighter. The Doberman's muzzle is well developed and deep, with a buccal opening that reaches almost to the molars. The scissors bite is very powerful.
The eyes are medium sized and oval and the conjunctiva of the eye is barely visible. They should be dark, but lighter shade eyes are allowed in brown dogs.
Traditionally, the Doberman's ears were amputated when the dog was still a puppy a few months old. Nowadays, this practice is losing adherents and is considered cruel and unnecessary for most people. Doberman complete ears should be medium in size.
O compact, muscular and powerful body of the Doberman, allows the dog a great ability to perform fast movements, in little space. This ability favors the work of dogs trained for attack and protection. The back is short and muscular, as is the loin. The chest is broad and deep.
The tail is set high and, according to the breed standard recognized by the International Cynological Federation, it must be amputated leaving only the vertebrae visible. This practice is also rejected by many people and fortunately in some countries it has been banned along with ear clipping. Amputations for aesthetic purposes are expected to be banned in the future.
Doberman has the short, hard and dense hair. The hair, which is evenly distributed over the entire body, is smooth and dry. The colors accepted by the FCI are black and dark brown, both with clean, sharp oxide red markings. The Doberman is easy to train and learns quickly if you treat him with love and respect.
The height at the withers is 68 to 72 centimeters for males, and 63 to 68 centimeters for females. The weight is 40 to 45 kilos for males, and 32 to 35 kilos for females.
Doberman Character
The Doberman Pinscher is one of the smartest dogs around. Essentially friendly and peaceful, the Doberman is a dog that depends very much on its family, so it is not suitable if you spend most of the day away from home or if you cannot provide the care that this breed deserves and needs.
Despite being a friendly dog with his, the Doberman is a little suspicious of strangers, so it is recommended to socialize him from a puppy. This distrust will not turn you into a dangerous dog, but it helps you to be a good guard dog.
this breed learn quickly and easily, so it's not difficult to train a Doberman dog. The ability of this breed for training becomes evident when you consider the different activities that occupied it and that it successfully occupies: tracking dogs, guard dogs, attack dogs, search and rescue, therapy, Schutzhund dogs, dogs. assistance and many more occupations.
However, on a daily basis is when the character of the Doberman will surprise us, as it is an excellent dog for the treatment of those who live with it. it's a dog sweet, kind and sensitive. With an intelligence far superior to that of other races, it will be gratifying to work with him in education and training.
Doberman care
Although they need a lot of exercise, these dogs can adapt to living in an apartment if they are given long daily walks and games to help them. burn your energy. Despite this, they are dogs that will be better off if they have a garden to run and have fun. In fact, many rumors about mental or behavioral problems are mainly due to the lack of physical exercise offered by some Doberman dog owners.
Anyway, the Doberman is not an "outdoor" dog. With a low capacity to withstand the cold, the Doberman needs a suitable place to sleep and rest. If you sleep in the garden, you need a bed that is well designed and free from drafts. It is not recommended that the Doberman sleep outside if the weather is cold.
On the other hand, the physical stimulation of the Doberman puppy will not be enough, it will also need a mental stimulation that will help you relieve stress and the energy you may accumulate. The different intelligence games will help us to work with him in this much needed aspect.
The Doberman Pinscher loses hair on a regular basis, however its short coat needs little care. An occasional brushing and a bath every two months will suffice.
Don't forget that the Doberman dog is considered a potentially dangerous dog in several countries, so you should get him used to the muzzle in his younger phase, so he doesn't have problems in his adult phase.
Doberman Education
The Doberman Pinscher is an extremely intelligent dog, so he will need a education and training beyond the usual. It will be essential to start with socialization, a process in which we will teach the Doberman dog to relate to very different people, animals, objects and environments. Socialization avoids fear-related behavior in adulthood, which in the case of the Doberman can become reactive behavior (reacts aggressively out of fear to certain stimuli). Actively working on this process will be very important in your puppyhood.
Still in his youth, he should start working on the basic dressage orders and practice them in different situations, always with the use of positive reinforcement. The use of punishment collars or punishment-based techniques can result in serious behavior problems in this sensitive dog, so they should be avoided at all costs.
Already in his youth-adult stage, the Doberman must continue to practice obedience constantly and start doing active exercise and the different intelligence games that exist. The variety in their education and training foster positive and healthy attitudes. If you don't have enough time for this wonderful dog, maybe you should think about another breed that suits your lifestyle better.
Doberman Health
The Doberman Pinscher is usually a very healthy dog, but can be prone to spinal problems, especially in the cervical region, gastric torsion, hip dysplasia and heart problems. To ensure good health, it is ideal to consult your veterinarian every 6 months to observe your health status and give you some advice.
You must strictly follow your vaccination schedule as well as your deworming, monthly externally and quarterly internally. Good care will ensure the Doberman is healthy and happy for a long time. Do not forget that.