So sorry I haven't gotten to posting in awhile, it's just that I've been out of the country.
One of the hotels that we were staying at has Doberman Pinschers: a mom named "Doobie" and her puppies. They're REALLY cute.
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| Doobie and one of her babies. |
So... Doberman Pinschers. Here goes:
Dobermans are keen, energetic, and loyal. They have tremendous strength and stamina. Dobes do not do well chained up in a yard; they like to be with their people and they need human leadership and interaction. Owners of Dobes must be assertive, firm, and consistent. Dobes need to know their place in the pack.
Dobes are easy to train and very adaptable. They are natural watch dogs, and although they have the reputation of being aggressive, this is not the case. Issues arise when their owners treat them roughly; they are not aggressive by nature, and actually can make great therapy dogs.
Dobes are very energetic and need lots of exercise. They must be taken on a long, daily walk or run. They do okay in apartments if they are sufficiently exercised, but Dobes do best with a nice yard. They are very sensitive to the cold, though, so do not leave them outside.
Dobes need little grooming and are average shedders. They live about 13 years, and are subject to some health issues.
