Information about a Doberman

With the right person, a Doberman will make a wonderful pal and protector for children, an obedient companion and loyal friend, and a loving member of the household. Unfortunately, not every person has the time or commitment necessary to properly teach the very intelligent Doberman what is expected and required of him. There are many things to carefully consider before choosing a Doberman as the breed for you.
     
Owning a Doberman, or any dog, requires a lengthy time commitment. A dog is for life, not just until it is inconvenient. A Doberman can be a real pest. They want your attention, and will do whatever it takes to get it, regardless of what you are doing. Dobes want to be near you all the time. For the most part, you can forget about even going to the bathroom alone. If you are looking for an outdoor pet, do not consider a Doberman. A Doberman wants to be a member of your family. He will not be satisfied with an occasional pat and kind word.

Dobermans require firm, yet loving training and guidance. Obedience training is a must. Dobermans are too smart to be permitted to misbehave. To own a Doberman you must be one step tougher and smarter than your pet. Do not think that tough means harsh or abusive. Harsh owners need to look for another breed because Dobes are very sensitive and will not deal well with rough treatment. Abusive treatment will quickly result in a Doberman with a broken spirit and, quite often, aggressive temperment.

Exercise is vital to a Doberman. However, they should not be permitted to run loose. Dobes are generally very active dogs that need something to do. Keeping our pets mentally stimulated is always a challenge. Many Dobermans excel at obedience and agility competition.

Do you want a dog that that is exuberant and affectionate with every person he meets? If that is the case, a Doberman probably isn’t for you. A Doberman is loving and affectionate with his family and close friends but is somewhat aloof and distant towards strangers and mere acquaintances. In fact, the breed standard calls for an aloof and reserved manner.

Dobes are very loving, intelligent pets. The only bad part about owning a Doberman is that their lifespan is so much shorter than ours.