Adopt a Doberman Pinscher Average size of male:Ht: 26-28, Wt: 65-90 Average size of female:Ht: 24-26, Wt: 65-90 Doberman Pinscher Dogs Available on Petfinder Right Now Watch Video About Doberman Pinscher Dogs Doberman Pinscher Dog Temperament The Doberman pinscher is an intelligent capable guardian, ever on the alert and ready to protect her family or home. She is also a loyal and adventurous companion. She likes to be mentally challenged and is a gifted obedience pupil. She is sensitive and very responsive to her family's wishes, though some can be domineering. She is generally reserved with strangers. Doberman Pinscher Dog Care This is an active breed that needs daily mental and physical exercise, lest she become frustrated or destructive. Her exercise requirements can be met with a long jog or walk on leash, or a strenuous run in a safe area. The Doberman is a better companion and effective guardian if she shares her human's home. Doberman Pinscher Dog Health

Major concerns: CVI (wobbler's syndrome), cardiomyopathy Minor concerns: vWD, demodicosis, osteosarcoma, narcolepsy, gastric torsion, CHD Suggested tests: DNA for vWD, cardiac, (hip) Note: Blue Dobermans often have alopecia; white Dobermans suffer from several serious health problems. Dogs Related to the Doberman Pinscher Interested in the history of the Doberman Pinscher dog breed? Few people can claim to have had so great an impact upon the dog world as Louis Dobermann of Thuringen, Germany. Dobermann was a door-to-door tax collector who needed a watchful guard dog to accompany him on his rounds. In the late 1800s he set about to create an alert streamlined guard dog, most likely by crossing the old German shepherd and German pinscher, with later crosses of the black and tan Manchester terrier, greyhound and Weimaraner. He soon obtained the prototype of the breed that now bears his name. The original Dobermans were still somewhat heavy-boned and round-headed;

subsequent breeders selected for a more racy-looking dog. The breed evolved in remarkable time; by 1899 the first breed club was formed. The breed continued to attract acclaim, and the first Doberman arrived in America in 1908. She soon found favor throughout Europe and America as a police and guard dog, and later as a war dog. Her prowess in these areas soon brought more admirers, and the Doberman quickly became a valued family protector. Her chiseled silhouette and fearless alert demeanor has made the Doberman a top contender as a show dog. As her fame grew, many families grew to appreciate the breed as a family pet, and the Doberman eventually rose to be the second-most popular breed in America in 1977. During this same period, a new challenge arose for the breed, the emergence of the albinistic white Doberman. In an effort to decrease the chance of producing these dogs, the Doberman Pinscher Club of America convinced the AKC to tag the registration numbers of dogs with the likelihood of carrying the albino gene with the letter Z.

Shelters with Doberman Pinscher Dogs Some animal welfare organizations with Doberman Pinschers ready for adoption: City of Los Angeles North Central Animal Shelter Arizona Humane Society SunnyslopeBusinesses in related categories to Pet BreedersAdd a New CollectionUpload a PhotoRemaining Characters: 100Remaining Characters: 500CancelDidn't find what you were looking for?magnifying glassUsed Furniture Stores Chico CaThe Doberman Pinscher Club of America (DPCA) maintains an officialCat Food Battle Cats Hack directory of people who are active in breeding Dobermans in theBrushed Nickel Single Hole Kitchen Faucet United States of America, Canada, and other countries. Doberman breeder close to you, enter the state name in the search

To find a breeder in another country, enter the countryOr, you can browse the entire list as is.  DPCA provides this list of breeders as a service to the general public. These breeders (members) are in good standing with the Doberman Pinscher Club of America, but under no circumstances does the DPCA guarantee the services of said member(s) or assume any responsibility or liability regarding any agreements you may enter in with any of the breeders listed. This Breeder Referral list consists of individuals who wish to be listed as a resource and be contacted by the general public. To be included on this list, each person much have been a member of the Doberman Pinscher Club of America for at least five years and currently be a member in good standing with the DPCA and the America Kennel Club.A responsible breeder will know the breed standard and use it as a blueprint for producing quality dogs. They are not breeding for profit and acknowledge responsibility for every dog they produce.

A responsible breeder cares about each puppy and its placement, and provides an abundance of information as part of the sale, such as care and feeding instructions, breed information, health and vaccination records, copies of health testing completed, as well as aftercare and expertise in dealing with cropped ears. They will stay involved after the sale and be available for questions and assistance.A responsible breeder will be able to accurately discuss the needs of the Doberman Pinscher to determine if this breed is right for you. An experienced breeder will also know how to recognize certain traits in individual puppies that will match the right puppy with the right home. Many will require a home check and references before placing dogs and will ask many questions of prospective homes as part of an appropriate placement. Many will have a return policy.Participation in dog clubs and activities are an indication of a depth of involvement in the breed. With club involvement, there is a code of ethics to uphold as well as a reputation in the dog community.