The Doberman Pinscher is a very loyal and protective dog, and needs an owner who is up to the task of managing the Dobe's attributes. Early and consistent training and socialization are a must. The Doberman is very intelligent and easily trained (males easier than females). They tend to be aggressive toward other dogs. The Dobe is a very energetic dog and requires exercise. It can be a good apartment dog, but must be a part of the owner's life and exercised daily. While a properly trained Dobe should be OK with children of the family it should not be assumed that it will be OK with other children. They are VERY protective. (Also see The German Pinscher)
Average Height("'s) |
Average Weight (#'s) |
Personality |
Coat |
Grooming |
Notes for owners |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
27 |
70 |
Alert |
Short | Minimal | City dwellers if trained and exercised. Must be physically and mentally challenged. |
Doberman Pinscher Club of America
Doberman Pinscher Club of Canada
Special Needs Dobermans (SND). Helping senior and special needs Dobermans.
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